American Driver is hiring Entry Level CDL A Truck Drivers based in Monroe, LA. This is a full-time W2 OTR position open to recent CDL graduates and drivers with limited experience. You'll have a dedicated mentor and a structured path from training to solo driving.
Drivers typically run 2,200–2,500 miles per week and earn between $1,200 and $1,500 after completing training.
Starting Out:
4–6 weeks of paid training with a dedicated mentor
Focus on real routes, safety, inspections, and daily operations
Guaranteed weekly pay during training
After training, solo pay starts at $0.56 CPM
What This Job Looks Like:
Dry van, no-touch freight
About 60% drop and hook
Consistent miles with minimal downtime
Day and night runs depending on dispatch
Pay After Training:
$0.56–$0.65 CPM based on experience
Weekly earnings typically $1,200–$1,500
Additional pay for stops, layovers, and breakdowns
Pay increases every six months
$300 paid orientation
Weekly direct deposit
Home Time:
Home every two weeks on a planned schedule
Equipment:
Assigned Freightliner and Kenworth (2022–2025) with APUs
Benefits:
Medical, dental, and vision after 30 days
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and holidays
Rider and pet policy from day one
Requirements:
21+ with valid Class A CDL
Completed at least 120 hours at an accredited CDL school — required to enter our paid training program
Open to recent graduates and drivers with 6+ months experience
No major violations in last 3 years
No DUI in last 5 years
Must pass urine and hair follicle drug screening
Apply today. EOE