Class A CDL Entry-Level Driver, Paid Mentor Training

Job overview

The Class A CDL Entry-Level Driver, Paid Mentor Training role is an onsite, over-the-road driving position based in Houma, LA, serving drivers in Houma, Thibodaux, Raceland, and Morgan City. Pay includes $1,000 per week guaranteed for the first three months solo, then $1,200–$1,800 per week once solo; training is paid weekly, and stop pay is $15. The role offers paid training for new CDL holders. The driver transports freight across the stated territory, with a mix of drop-and-hook, live loads, and preloads. The role provides a path from CDL school to an assigned truck through mentor training, supporting safe, reliable freight movement and regular home resets every two weeks.

What you'll do

• Complete orientation and four to six weeks of paid mentor training covering backing, trip planning, logs, and fueling
• operate an assigned truck after training
• transport freight using drop-and-hook, live loads, and preloads
• follow planned routes and loads
• meet the stated driving and safety requirements.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

class a cdl

entry-level driver

paid mentor training

houma la

weekly pay

$1,000 weekly guarantee

$1,200–$1,800 per week

over-the-road

new cdl graduates

home every two weeks

medical and dental benefits

401(k)

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage after 30 days
• 401(k) and employee stock purchase plan
• paid time off and yearly raises
• free online degree for the driver and one family member
• pet and rider programs.

Why this role

Accepts new CDL graduates with at least 120 school hours; paid mentor training lasts four to six weeks, with home time every two weeks.

About the employer

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