CDL-A Dry Van Driver – Entry-Level Mentor-Led Training

Job overview

The CDL-A Dry Van Driver – Entry-Level Mentor-Led Training role is based in McComb, MS, with over-the-road driving and home time every two weeks. Pay is $650 per week during mentor training, then an average of $1,200–$1,800 per week solo; the posting also states a $300 orientation payment. American Driver describes an entry-level opportunity for drivers in McComb, Magnolia, and Pike County. The driver learns trip planning, backing, logs, and fuel management with a mentor before operating an assigned truck solo. The role transports dry van freight and supports delivery schedules through safe driving and freight handling.

What you'll do

• Drive with a mentor for 3–5 weeks and complete approximately 200–250 training hours
• learn trip planning, backing, logs, and fuel management
• operate an assigned truck solo after training
• transport dry van freight east of Denver, excluding the Northeast
• run approximately 1,800–2,900 miles per week
• meet stated license, driving-record, and screening requirements.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

cdl-a dry van driver

mccomb ms

american driver

entry-level

mentor-led training

$650/week training

$1,200–$1,800/week solo

over-the-road

dry van freight

home every two weeks

class a cdl

new cdl graduate

paid orientation

medical dental vision

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Paid orientation
• medical, dental, vision, prescriptions, 401(k), stock purchase, employee assistance, and online degree access for the driver and a family member after 30 days.

Why this role

New CDL graduates or drivers with six months of recent experience may qualify. The posting describes paid orientation, mentor training, home time every two weeks, and a rider and dog option after training, subject to the stated conditions.

About the employer

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