Entry Level Truck Driver

Looking for your first real driving job? American Driver is recruiting in the Shreveport, LA area for Entry Level CDL A drivers ready to start an OTR career with structure, support, and consistent pay.

This isn't a temp gig. It's a full-time W2 position with freight that runs year-round and a team that actually supports new drivers through the transition from school to the road.

How Training Works:

• Paid 4–6 week program alongside an experienced mentor
• Covers everything — inspections, ELD, HOS, real freight, real deadlines
• Weekly pay throughout training
• Solo transition at $0.56 CPM after completion

On the Road:

• No-touch dry van freight
• 60% drop and hook operations
• Average 2,200–2,500 miles weekly
• Predictable dispatch, minimal sitting

What You'll Earn:

• $0.56–$0.65 CPM based on experience
• Typical weekly take-home $1,200–$1,500
• Stop, layover, and breakdown pay included
• Six-month pay increase
• $300 orientation bonus
• Direct deposit every week

Home Time:

• Consistent home time every two weeks

Your Truck:

• Late-model Freightliner or Kenworth (2022–2025)
• All units equipped with APUs

Benefits:

• Health, dental, and vision starting at 30 days
• 401(k) retirement plan
• PTO and paid holidays
• Pet and rider policy 

To Apply You Need:

• Valid Class A CDL, age 21+
• 120+ hours of instruction from an accredited truck driving school required to qualify for paid training
• Recent CDL graduates welcome
• Clean driving record — no major violations last 3 years
• No DUI within 5 years
• Urine and hair follicle screening required

EOE — Apply now.