CDL-A Driver Paid Training Program for Entry Level

NIS EXPRESSNIS EXPRESSColumbus, Mississippi, United States
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Posted

9/7/2026

Employment

Full time

Range

$1k - $2k/week

Work style

On-site

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Core responsibilities

The driver is responsible for operating a truck on OTR routes to transport dry van freight with no-touch loading requirements. They must maintain a safe driving record and adhere to all DOT and company regulations.

Requirements overview

Candidates must hold a valid Class A CDL, a DOT Medical Card, and be at least 21 years old. Applicants must also pass a DOT drug test and background check, with specific experience requirements for new versus experienced drivers.

Key skills

CDL-A DrivingDry Van FreightTruck DrivingSafety ComplianceDOT RegulationsVehicle MaintenanceLogistics

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Education requirements

professional certificate

About NIS EXPRESS

Industry

Transportation/Trucking/Railroad

Employees

48

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Job categories

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Description

Not Every Trucking Job Starts You Off Right Some companies throw new drivers into the deep end. We don't. A real trainer, real weekly pay, and a truck that's genuinely yours once you're solo. We're hiring CDL-A drivers in the Columbus, MS area for OTR routes with a personally assigned truck and 100% no-touch dry van freight. New CDL-A holders and experienced drivers are both welcome to apply. GETTING STARTED New CDL-A holders: guaranteed weekly pay during a 3 to 5 week mentorship program (about 200 to 250 hours hands-on) $300 orientation pay, plus transportation to orientation covered Experienced drivers move straight into solo operations if requirements are met EXPERIENCE LEVEL New CDL-A holders: 120+ hours from an accredited CDL school, plus completion of the company training program Experienced drivers: at least 6 months verifiable solo driving time; mentor/trainer time doesn't count THE TRUCK 2024 and newer Kenworth T680 or Freightliner Cascadia, automatic transmission Assigned to you only, no slip seating Take it home during your scheduled days off THE FREIGHT 100% no-touch, dry van only No loading, no unloading, just driving SCHEDULE 14 days out 2 full days home ONCE YOU'RE SOLO $1,400 to $1,600 average weekly gross Top 25% of drivers average up to $1,800 per week gross Pay scales with CPM, miles driven, and performance Weekly direct deposit QUALIFICATIONS 21 years or older Valid Class A CDL Valid DOT Medical Card Solid driving record and work history Pass DOT drug test and background check Meet all applicable DOT and company requirements BENEFITS Medical, dental, vision 401(k) PTO Weekly direct deposit Serious about starting near Columbus? Apply now, we typically reach out within 24 to 48 hours to go over the details. We're an Equal Opportunity Employer. Every applicant is evaluated on merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Requirements

  • CDL-A Driving
  • Dry Van Freight
  • Truck Driving
  • Safety Compliance
  • DOT Regulations
  • Vehicle Maintenance
  • Logistics

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • 401(k)
  • Paid Time Off
  • Weekly direct deposit

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