CDL A Regional Truck Driver - New CDL Graduates Welcome

CDL A Regional Truck Driver - New CDL Graduates Welcome Job Type: Driving Just got your CDL and not sure what comes next? Or maybe you are an experienced driver tired of unpredictable OTR runs with no structure? Blue Ridge Haulers has a seat for both of you. Eastern Seaboard regional lanes, 100% no-touch dry van freight, a structured training program for new graduates, and bi‑weekly home time you can actually plan around. POSITION OVERVIEW Employment Type: Full‑time regional CDL‑A Territory: Eastern Seaboard regional routes Freight: 100% no‑touch dry van — primarily drop and hook Weekly Mileage: Approximately 2,500 miles average Home Time: Bi‑weekly — out approximately 12 days, home approximately 2 Shifts: Daytime and nighttime operations per route schedule requirements COMPENSATION STRUCTURE CPM: $0.55 to $0.65 based on verified experience Weekly Gross: $1,200 to $1,500 based on experience and mileage Stop Pay: $15 per additional stop Trainee Weekly Pay: $650 per week during training Monthly Safety Bonus: $0.06 per mile for incident‑free driving and fuel efficiency compliance Paid Orientation: $300 — one day at nearest hub location ENTRY LEVEL TRAINING PROGRAM Eligibility: Recent CDL graduates with minimum 120 hours from an accredited truck driving school and under 6 months OTR experience Duration: 4 to 6 weeks Format: One‑on‑one structured OTR training with a dedicated company trainer Compensation: $650 per week — guaranteed for full training duration Progression: Supervised evaluations and mentorship prior to solo dispatch Goal: Full transition to solo regional pay upon successful program completion BENEFITS PACKAGE (Effective after 30 days of employment) Medical, dental, and vision insurance Life insurance Paid time off Paid training and orientation Pet rider program MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Age: 21 years minimum Driving Record: No major accidents, suspensions, or violations within the past 5 years DUI: No convictions within the past 5 years Employment: No involuntary termination from most recent position Employment History: Stable work history consistent with industry standards — reasonable gaps for training or education will be considered Criminal History: Certain convictions may disqualify — all records reviewed in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements Pre‑Employment Screening: Must pass DOT urine drug test, hair follicle test where required, and background check CANDIDATE PROFILE Safety‑focused, punctual, and reliable Comfortable with regional OTR schedules and bi‑weekly home time cycles Strong time management and professional communication skills Recent graduates seeking structured mentorship and experienced drivers preferring predictable consistent lanes are both encouraged to apply New graduates get a real start. Experienced drivers get their lane back. #J-18808-Ljbffr