Got your CDL but no miles behind you yet? American Driver is hiring in Decatur, AL and this position was designed exactly for that situation.
Decatur sits in the Tennessee Valley with direct access to I-65 — a natural hub for freight moving north and south along the Eastern corridor. We'll put you with a mentor, get you on real loads, and have you running solo when you're ready.
The Training:
Fully paid 4–6 week program, no cost to you
Mentor-led, live freight from the first week
Everything covered — ELD, logbooks, inspections, customer interaction
Weekly paycheck throughout the entire program
Solo transition at $0.56 CPM when training is complete
Life on the Road:
Dry van freight, no touching loads required
Heavy drop and hook — around 60% of runs
Consistent 2,200–2,500 miles every week
Eastern lanes with reliable, year-round volume
Predictable dispatch with minimal dead time
The Money:
Starting CPM $0.56, up to $0.65 with experience
Take-home typically lands at $1,200–$1,500 weekly
Stops, layovers, and breakdowns paid on top
Automatic pay review at six months
$300 for orientation week
Direct deposit every single week
Home Time:
Planned home time every two weeks — no surprises
Your Truck:
Late-model Freightliner or Kenworth (2022–2025)
Every unit has APU
Benefits:
Health, dental, and vision — kicks in at 30 days
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and holidays
Pet and rider policy available
To Get Started:
Class A CDL required, must be 21 or older
120+ hours of instruction from an accredited truck driving school required to qualify for paid training
No serious violations in the past 3 years
No DUI within the last 5 years
Hair follicle and urine drug screening required
EOE — Apply now.