Truck Driver CDL A – Paid OTR Training

American Driver is recruiting CDL A drivers in Crestview, FL. Crestview sits on I-10 in Okaloosa County in the heart of the Florida Panhandle — a practical base for drivers running Eastern OTR freight lanes connecting the Gulf Coast to major distribution markets.

Paid training is included for drivers who qualify. No prior professional driving experience necessary.

How the Training Works:

• Fully paid 4–6 week program alongside an experienced mentor
• Live freight from week one — real routes, real deadlines
• Covers ELD compliance, HOS rules, pre/post trip inspections, and daily operations
• Weekly paycheck from day one of training
• After completion, solo pay starts at $0.56 CPM

A Typical Week on the Road:

• No-touch dry van freight
• Roughly 60% drop and hook
• 2,200–2,500 miles per week
• Eastern OTR lanes with reliable, year-round freight
• Mix of day and night dispatch based on load availability

What You'll Earn:

• $0.56–$0.65 CPM depending on experience
• Most drivers take home $1,200–$1,500 weekly
• Additional pay for stops, layovers, and breakdowns
• Automatic pay review at six months
• $300 orientation pay
• Direct deposit every week

Home Time:

• Planned home time every two weeks — consistent and predictable

Equipment:

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

Benefits:

• Day-one eligibility for medical, dental, and vision — coverage begins at 30 days
• Company-matched 401(k) retirement savings
• Paid holidays and accrued time off
• Pet-friendly policy and rider program available from the start

Requirements:

• Valid Class A CDL, age 21+
• 120+ hours of instruction from an accredited truck driving school required to qualify for paid training
• No major violations in last 3 years
• No DUI in last 5 years
• Must pass urine and hair follicle drug test

Apply today. EOE