Class A Local Truck Driver - New CDL Graduates OK

Job Description

Job Description

Beast Mode Truckin is seeking Class A drivers, including recent CDL graduates, for a dedicated local account operating 53' refrigerated (reefer) trailers. This role offers daily home time, paid training for recent graduates, and full benefits after 30 days.

• Compensation: $1,400–$1,600 per week (dependent on miles and experience). Pay per mile: $0.69–$0.81. Training pay: $850 for drivers with under 6 months’ experience. Additional pay: $10 for first stop, $15 for each subsequent stop, $25 short-haul pay for loads under 50 miles.
• Benefits: Medical, dental, 401(k), and paid time off effective after 30 days of employment.
• Job duties:
  • Operate 53' refrigerated trailers on a solid dedicated account.
  • Primarily no-touch freight with a mix of drop-and-hook and occasional live store load/unloads.
  • Follow all safety, inspection, and logbook procedures; maintain vehicle condition and paperwork.
• Training & equipment: Trainees run 4–6 weeks with a mentor OTR before operating solo. Slip-seat trucks. Typical weekly mileage approximately 1,800 miles.
• Schedule & home time: Home daily. Operations run 7 days; drivers must be willing to work day or night shifts. Typical workweek is 5–6 days; weekends are not guaranteed off.
• Minimum qualifications:
  • Valid Class A CDL and minimum age 21.
  • Graduated from an accredited truck driving school with at least 120 hours (applies to recent graduates).
  • Fair driving record with no major accidents, major citations, or license suspensions within the past 5 years; no DUI within the past 5 years.
  • No involuntary termination from most recent employment for safety-related reasons.
  • Employment history demonstrating consistent work over the past 10 years with no major gaps; at least 6 months of employment in the most recent year or at least 1 year within the last 3 years.
  • Able to pass pre-employment urine and hair drug screens.
  • Criminal history reviewed case-by-case by safety; certain convictions may be disqualifying.
  • Residence within approximately 65 miles of Johnstown, NY.
• Additional information: This position is suitable for drivers seeking predictable local hours, daily home time, and opportunities for new CDL graduates to receive paid mentorship and training. Further onboarding details will be provided during hiring.