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Entry Level CDL A Driver Regional Fleet

$850 per week

18 Wheels USA

Start Your Trucking Career with the Support You Deserve

Just graduated from CDL school? Looking for a company that will help you succeed and have the best start?

At 18 Wheels USA , we specialize in helping new CDL-A drivers build successful careers. Our paid one-on-one mentor program gives recent graduates the hands-on training, support, and real-world experience needed to become confident, safe, and successful professional drivers.

From your first day through your first solo run, you'll have a team invested in your success every mile of the way.

Pay & Training

  • $850 per week during training
  • Paid one-on-one mentorship with an experienced driver
  • Structured training program designed for recent CDL graduates
  • Assigned truck after successful completion of training
  • Average solo earnings: $1,600-$1,800+ per week
  • Paid every Friday

Position Details

  • Eastern Regional Fleet
  • Full-time position
  • No-touch dry van freight
  • Assigned equipment after training
  • Weekly or bi-weekly home time options available

What You'll Do

  • Safely operate a Class A tractor-trailer on regional routes
  • Haul no-touch dry van freight
  • Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections
  • Maintain accurate ELD logs
  • Follow all FMCSA and company safety regulations
  • Communicate professionally with dispatch and customers
  • Deliver freight safely and on time

Qualifications

  • Valid Class A CDL
  • Recent graduate of an accredited CDL training program
  • Minimum 120 hours of CDL school training
  • Safe driving record
  • Able to meet DOT and FMCSA requirements
  • Strong work ethic and willingness to learn

Benefits

Available From Day One

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance

Additional Benefits

  • Paid orientation
  • Paid time off
  • Paid holidays
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Safety and performance bonus opportunities
  • Pet and rider program
  • Company-paid tolls
  • Fuel program
  • 24/7 dispatch support
  • Supportive driver-focused culture

Why New Drivers Choose 18 Wheels USA

Starting your trucking career can feel overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be.

At 18 Wheels USA, you'll receive the training, mentorship, and support needed to gain valuable experience and build a long-term career in the trucking industry. We believe new drivers deserve guidance, respect, and the opportunity to succeed.

Whether you're fresh out of CDL school or ready to begin your first driving job, we're ready to help you get started.

Apply today and a member of our recruiting team will reach out promptly.

Equal Opportunity Employer

 

18 Wheels USA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and welcoming workplace for all qualified applicants.

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