Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A Truck Driver Trainee

Job overview

The Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A Truck Driver Trainee role is based in Mishawaka, IN, with over-the-road routes. Compensation is $650 per week during 4–6 weeks of training and an average gross of $1,100–$1,700 per week afterward; the posting also states a $1,000 weekly guarantee for the first three months solo. The role supports NIS EXPRESS’s trucking operations.

What you'll do

• Complete 4–6 weeks of over-the-road training with an experienced trainer
• operate a Class A tractor-trailer on dry-van routes to and from the Northeast, east of the Mississippi
• handle drop-and-hook, preloads, live loads, and live unloads
• and follow safe driving practices and applicable requirements.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

cdl class a

truck driver trainee

mishawaka in

nis express

paid training

new drivers welcome

over-the-road

dry van

home-time options

voluntary weekend work

$650/week training

$1,100–$1,700/week

120+ cdl school hours

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, $300 orientation pay, and covered travel.

Why this role

New CDL holders are welcome with 120+ hours at an accredited CDL school. Home-time options include weekly, every weekend, or every two weeks; weekend work is voluntary. Riders and pets are allowed after training.

About the employer

NIS EXPRESS is hiring for this role. Industry: Specialized Freight (except Used Goods) Trucking, Long-Distance. Sector: 48.