CDL-A Professional Driver Mentor | Hickory, NC

Mentor Position Overview

Experienced OTR drivers: take the next step in your career by becoming a Mentor Driver and earn more while helping train the next generation of drivers. As a mentor, you are paid for every mile the truck runs including when your student is driving plus additional CPM and performance bonuses. This program offers strong earning potential, predictable structure, and built-in home time.

Mentor Schedule & Structure

• Typical mentor run: 11 days OTR

• Day 1: Observation

• Days 211: Student must drive a minimum of 5 hours per day

• 14-hour clock advantage: After the student completes 5 driving hours, mentors may run the remaining clock to increase total miles

Pay Breakdown

• Base CPM (based on experience tier)

• + $0.10 CPM while mentoring

• Up to + $0.10 CPM productivity bonus

• Additional mileage and safety bonuses available

• Mentor drivers are paid for all miles the truck drives - miles you driver and miles your student drivers - You are compensated for total truck miles not just seat miles

Mentor Bonus Program

• $500 bonus after student completes 10,000 safe miles

• $300 bonus after student completes 20,000 safe miles

• After training 6 students, mentors qualify for Elite Mentor status

  • Earn $0.01 CPM for every mile your student drives during their first solo year

Benefits

• Weekly pay via direct deposit

• Paid orientation

• Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401k)

• Supportive operations and dispatch team

• Steady, year-round freight with a dedicated customer

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL

• Minimum 3 months of recent tractor-trailer experience

• At least 21 years old

• Clean driving record preferred

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

About ASB Freight Co.: ASB Freight Co. is a family-operated logistics company built on reliability, safety, and driver-focused values. We're committed to creating a supportive environment where professionalism and respect are always a priority. ASB Freight Co. is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.