American Driver is recruiting CDL A drivers in Sumter, SC. Sumter sits in the heart of South Carolina with easy access to I-95 and I-20 — well positioned for Eastern OTR lanes running year-round.
This is a full-time W2 position with a fully paid training program and a dedicated mentor to get you road-ready.
How the Training Works:
- Fully paid 4–6 week program alongside an experienced mentor
- Live freight from week one — real routes, real deadlines
- Covers ELD compliance, HOS rules, pre/post trip inspections, and daily operations
- Weekly paycheck from day one of training
- After completion, solo pay starts at $0.56 CPM
A Typical Week on the Road:
- No-touch dry van freight
- Roughly 60% drop and hook
- 2,200–2,500 miles per week
- Eastern OTR lanes with reliable, year-round freight
- Mix of day and night dispatch based on load availability
What You'll Earn:
- $0.56–$0.65 CPM depending on experience
- Most drivers take home $1,200–$1,500 weekly
- Additional pay for stops, layovers, and breakdowns
- Automatic pay review at six months
- $300 orientation pay
- Direct deposit every week
Home Time:
- Planned home time every two weeks — consistent and predictable
Equipment:
- Late-model Freightliner or Kenworth (2022–2025)
- All trucks equipped with APUs
Benefits:
- Day-one eligibility for medical, dental, and vision — coverage begins at 30 days
- Company-matched 401(k) retirement savings
- Paid holidays and accrued time off
- Pet-friendly policy and rider program available from the start
Requirements:
- Valid Class A CDL, age 21+
- Graduates of an accredited CDL program with at least 120 hours of instruction are eligible for our paid training program
- No major violations in last 3 years
- No DUI in last 5 years
- Must pass urine and hair follicle drug test
Apply today. EOE