CDL-A Regional Driver – Trainee or Experienced Welcome

NIS EXPRESSNIS EXPRESSHouston, Texas, United States
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Posted

9/13/2026

Employment

Full time

Range

$62k - $75k/year

Work style

On-site

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Core responsibilities

Operate a commercial vehicle to transport regional freight across multiple states while maintaining safety and performance standards. Manage live loads, unloads, and drop-and-hook procedures while adhering to dispatch schedules.

Requirements overview

Must possess a valid Class A CDL and a current DOT medical card. Candidates must be at least 21 years old and pass both hair and urine drug screenings.

Key skills

Commercial drivingRegional freight transportSafety complianceLogisticsDOT regulationsVehicle maintenanceRoute planningCustomer service

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Education requirements

professional certificate

About NIS EXPRESS

Industry

Transportation/Trucking/Railroad

Employees

48

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Job categories

TransportationLogisticsTrades

Description

Houston drivers on this regional account don't have to choose between good pay and actually seeing their family. Whether you're brand new to trucking or already running solo, the seat works the same way for everyone: steady freight, growing pay, and two weeks that end at your own front door. Pay Mileage pay by experience level, regular OTR pay package Average weekly earnings of $1,200 to $1,450 Guaranteed pay for your first 3 months after your first solo dispatch Performance bonus paid on miles, fuel, and safety $15 stop pay Trainee pay of $850 per week during training New to Trucking? Here's Exactly What to Expect Paid one-on-one OTR training with an experienced mentor Immediate upgrade to full solo mileage rate once training is complete Only requirement to start: 120+ hours at an accredited CDL training school Route & Freight Houston regional freight across TX, OK, LA, MS, AR, TN, AL, KS, MO, IA, and IL 1,700 to 2,000 miles weekly Live load, live unload, preload, and drop and hook Home Time & Schedule Home every two weeks Day and night dispatch Weekend work expected, some customers require holiday work, regular time off requests honored Varied customers, not a dedicated account Qualifications New CDL-A holders welcome, or 6+ months of verifiable solo experience Team drivers welcome Valid Class A CDL and current DOT medical card, 21 years or older Clean MVR and background check Must pass hair and urine drug testing Benefits, Active After 30 Days Medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy drug coverage 401(k) with company match Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability Stock options plus accrued paid time off Houston drivers, apply today and put a pay scale that actually grows to work for you. Our recruiting team responds fast. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

  • Commercial driving
  • Regional freight transport
  • Safety compliance
  • Logistics
  • DOT regulations
  • Vehicle maintenance
  • Route planning
  • Customer service

Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Pharmacy drug coverage
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • Long-term disability
  • Stock options
  • Paid time off

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