CDL A Regional Truck Driver - New CDL Graduates Welcome

Job Description

Job Description

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. Here is what the position looks like up close.POSITION OVERVIEWEmployment Type: Full-time regional CDL-ATerritory: Eastern Seaboard regional routesFreight: 100% no-touch dry van — primarily drop and hookWeekly Mileage: Approximately 2,500 miles averageHome Time: Bi-weekly — out approximately 12 days, home approximately 2Shifts: Daytime and nighttime operations per route schedule requirementsCOMPENSATION STRUCTURECPM: $0.55 to $0.65 based on verified experienceWeekly Gross: $1,200 to $1,500 based on experience and mileageStop Pay: $15 per additional stopTrainee Weekly Pay: $650 per week during trainingMonthly Safety Bonus: $0.06 per mile for incident-free driving and fuel efficiency compliancePaid Orientation: $300 — one day at nearest hub locationENTRY LEVEL TRAINING PROGRAMEligibility: Recent CDL graduates with minimum 120 hours from an accredited truck driving school and under 6 months OTR experienceDuration: 4 to 6 weeksFormat: One-on-one structured OTR training with a dedicated company trainerCompensation: $650  per week — guaranteed for full training durationProgression: Supervised evaluations and mentorship prior to solo dispatchGoal: Full transition to solo regional pay upon successful program completionBENEFITS PACKAGE Effective after 30 days of employment:Medical, dental, and vision insurance401(k) retirement planLife insurancePaid time offPaid training and orientationPassenger ride-along programPet rider programMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSAge: 21 years minimumLicense: Valid Class A CDL in good standingDriving Record: No major accidents, suspensions, or violations within the past 5 yearsDUI: No convictions within the past 5 yearsEmployment: No involuntary termination from most recent positionEmployment History: Stable work history consistent with industry standards — reasonable gaps for training or education will be consideredCriminal History: Certain convictions may disqualify — all records reviewed in accordance with applicable regulatory requirementsPre-Employment Screening: Must pass DOT urine drug test, hair follicle test where required, and background checkCANDIDATE PROFILESafety-focused, punctual, and reliableComfortable with regional OTR schedules and bi-weekly home time cyclesStrong time management and professional communication skillsRecent graduates seeking structured mentorship and experienced drivers preferring predictable consistent lanes are both encouraged to applyNew graduates get a real start. Experienced drivers get their lane back. Apply today.EOE