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CDL A Driver Regional Midwest - Entry Level Welcome

NIS EXPRESS, Verona, WI, United States


Steady freight. Real pay. A company that doesn't overcomplicate things. We run regional lanes across the Midwest east of I-35 — and we are hiring Class A CDL drivers who want a W2 position with benefits that start on day one. Experienced drivers and recent CDL graduates both welcome.

COMPENSATION

Employment Type: Full-time W2

CPM: $0.56 – $0.65 based on verifiable experience

Weekly Pay: $1,400 – $1,600 average

Annual Salary: $71,000 – $85,000

Weekly Miles: 2,200 – 2,500 average

Bonuses: Weekly safety and performance bonuses

Pay Frequency: Weekly direct deposit

Orientation: Paid — travel and hotel provided

HOME TIME

Bi-weekly — home every two weeks on a consistent, planned rotation

FREIGHT & EQUIPMENT

Mostly no-touch dry van freight — approximately 70% drop and hook

OTR, regional, and dedicated fleet options available

Late‑model 2022–2025 Freightliner and Kenworth tractors with APUs

BENEFITS — DAY ONE

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Company‑paid life insurance and AD&D

401(k) with company match after eligibility

Paid holidays and paid time off

Rider and pet policy available

ENTRY LEVEL DRIVER TRAINING PROGRAM

Valid Class A CDL required — or proof of 120+ hours at an accredited CDL school

Training duration: 3 to 5 weeks one‑on‑one with an assigned mentor

Training pay: $650.00 per week — guaranteed throughout

Covers safe handling, ELD compliance, pre/post‑trip inspections, and company procedures

Supervised miles and evaluations completed before going solo

RESPONSIBILITIES

Operate Class A tractor‑trailer in full compliance with DOT regulations

Handle no‑touch dry van freight on scheduled pickups and deliveries

Maintain accurate ELD logs, DVIRs, and trip reports

Complete pre‑ and post‑trip vehicle inspections daily

Maintain professional communication with dispatch and customers

QUALIFICATIONS

21 years of age or older with a valid Class A CDL

6 months verifiable tractor‑trailer experience — waived for trainees

Acceptable driving record with focus on safety

No DOT preventable accidents or major accidents on record

Any DOT preventable accident in the last 5 years is an automatic disqualification

No more than 2 preventable incidents on record

No termination from previous employer due to safety‑related concerns

Never failed or refused a DOT drug or alcohol test

No commercial vehicle DUI within the last 5 years

Must pass DOT physical exam and pre‑employment drug screen

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