New CDL Graduates – CDL-A Reefer Driver – Paid Mentor Training

Job overview

The New CDL Graduates – CDL-A Reefer Driver – Paid Mentor Training role is an onsite, over-the-road driving position listed in Altoona, PA. Training pay is $650 per week; the first three months solo are guaranteed at $1,000 per week, and average weekly gross pay is listed as $1,300–$1,500. NIS EXPRESS hauls refrigerated freight, with no unloading required. The driver begins with four to six weeks on the road alongside an experienced mentor, then operates a truck independently after mentor sign-off. The role transports temperature-controlled freight, typically using drop-and-hook loads, and the posting states drivers are home every two weeks.

What you'll do

• Complete four to six weeks of on-road mentor training
• haul refrigerated freight without unloading
• drive 1,900 to 2,500 or more miles per week
• handle drop-and-hook loads on most trips
• operate independently after mentor sign-off.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

cdl-a driver

reefer driver

new cdl graduates

paid mentor training

refrigerated freight

over-the-road

class a cdl

altoona pa

nis express

weekly pay

home every two weeks

no unloading

health insurance

401(k) match

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

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

Why this role

New drivers need a Class A CDL, must be at least 21, and need 120 or more hours at an accredited CDL school. Training pay is $650 weekly; the first three solo months have a $1,000 weekly guarantee. Benefits include insurance after 30 days, 401(k) match, paid time off, and paid orientation with travel covered.

About the employer

NIS EXPRESS is hiring for this role. Industry: Couriers and Express Delivery Services. Sector: 49.