CDL-A Truck Driver — Paid Training for CDL-A Graduates

Job overview

The CDL-A Truck Driver role is onsite in Kenner, LA, with over-the-road driving and a schedule of two weeks out followed by two full days at home. The posting states average weekly gross pay of $1,300–$1,550, with top-quartile drivers earning $1,900 or more weekly. NIS Express describes paid mentoring and training for new CDL-A drivers. The driver transports freight using assigned equipment and completes a four-to-six-week one-on-one training period with a mentor if new to the road. The role supports freight movement while offering a path from training to solo mileage pay.

What you'll do

• Drive over-the-road routes
• complete four to six weeks of one-on-one mentor training if new to the road
• operate assigned late-model automatic trucks
• meet CDL, medical card, safety, and screening requirements
• handle drop-and-hook and live-load/unload freight.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

cdl-a truck driver

kenner la

nis express

paid training

$1,300–$1,550/week

top 25% $1,900+/week

new cdl-a graduates

mentor training

automatic trucks

dry van

two weeks out

medical benefits

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• company-paid life insurance and long-term disability
• stock options
• accrued paid time off
• $300 orientation pay with travel and lodging covered.

Why this role

New CDL-A holders accepted with a 120-hour CDL school certificate; $300 orientation pay with travel and lodging covered; two weeks out and two full days home.

About the employer

NIS EXPRESS is hiring for this role. Industry: General Freight Trucking, Long-Distance, Truckload. Sector: 48.