American Driver has an opening for a CDL A driver based in Meridian, MS. This is a full-time W2 OTR position with a paid training program for drivers who are newer to the industry and want a solid foundation before going solo.

Meridian sits right on the I-20/I-59 corridor — good starting point for Eastern routes with consistent freight.

The Training Program:

Paid 4–6 weeks riding with an experienced mentor
Covers inspections, ELD compliance, HOS rules, and real freight operations
You get paid every week during training
After training, solo pay starts at $0.56 CPM

Day to Day:

Dry van, no-touch loads
Roughly 60% drop and hook
Consistent 2,200–2,500 miles weekly
Mix of day and night runs based on dispatch

Pay Breakdown:

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

Home Time:

Every two weeks on a set, planned schedule

Equipment:

Assigned Freightliner or Kenworth (2022–2025)
All trucks equipped with APUs

Benefits:

Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days
Completed at least 120 hours at an accredited CDL school — required to enter our paid training program
401(k) with company match
PTO and paid holidays
Pet and rider policy

What We Need:

Valid Class A CDL, must be 21+
No serious violations in the past 3 years
No DUI within 5 years
Urine and hair follicle drug screening required

EOE — Apply now.

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CDL A Truck Driver – Training Program Available