Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL-A) Trainee — Recent Graduate

Job overview

Compensation is $76,800–$93,600 per year. The Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL-A) Trainee — Recent Graduate role is onsite in Austin, TX. The posting lists solo pay after upgrade at $0.55 per mile, with typical weekly mileage averaging 2,500 miles (approximately $1,375–$1,550 per week), plus safety and performance bonuses; for the training period. The program provides four weeks of paid mentorship and supports regional and long-haul routes originating from the Austin area. The role exists to develop recent CDL program graduates into solo drivers through structured, one-on-one mentorship. Trainees learn safe vehicle operation, trip planning, hours-of-service compliance, time management, and customer service while progressing toward solo operations.

What you'll do

• Operate commercial motor vehicles safely on assigned routes and schedules originating from the Austin area
• complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections and driver logs
• follow DOT regulations, company policies, and hours-of-service requirements
• follow mentor instruction and demonstrate progressive proficiency toward solo operations
• communicate professionally with dispatch, customers, and company personnel.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

cdl-a trainee

recent graduate

paid training

austin tx

regional routes

long-haul routes

class a cdl

mentorship

solo upgrade

$76,800–$93,600/year

tuition reimbursement

safety bonuses

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Four-week paid mentorship
• sign-on bonus after upgrade
• performance bonus at 90 days post-upgrade
• mileage pay increases after training
• CDL school tuition reimbursement up to $5,000, subject to terms and eligibility
• rider and pet policy available after six months, subject to company policy.

Why this role

Four-week paid mentorship; recent CDL program graduates are encouraged to apply; no prior over-the-road experience is required. Valid Class A CDL required.

About the employer

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