American Driver is hiring CDL A drivers in Lakeland, FL. Lakeland sits on I-4 between Tampa and Orlando in Polk County — one of central Florida's most active logistics corridors with year-round freight demand and direct access to Eastern OTR routes.

This is a full-time W2 position with a fully paid training program for drivers who have completed their CDL school hours.

Training:

4–6 weeks with a dedicated mentor, fully paid
Live freight from day one — real loads, real routes
ELD, HOS, pre/post trip inspections covered in detail
Weekly pay throughout the entire program
Solo transition at $0.56 CPM after completion

What the Job Looks Like:

Dry van, no-touch freight
Around 60% drop and hook
2,200–2,500 miles per week
Eastern routes with consistent year-round freight
Day and night dispatch depending on load

Pay:

$0.56–$0.65 CPM based on experience
Weekly earnings typically $1,200–$1,500
Extra pay for stops, layovers, and breakdowns
Six-month pay increase
$300 paid orientation
Weekly direct deposit

Home Time:

Planned home reset every two weeks

Equipment:

Assigned Freightliner or Kenworth (2022–2025)
APUs on all units

Benefits:

Full medical, dental, and vision insurance after 30 days
401(k) retirement plan with employer match
Paid time off and company holidays
Rider policy and pet policy included from day one

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

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CDL A Driver – Paid Training Provided