CDL A Driver - Eastern Seaboard Job at 18 Wheels USA, Marion, MS

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  • 18 Wheels USA
  • Marion, MS

Job Description

CDL A Truck Driver Entry Level

About the role

Ready to stay close to home while building your professional driving career? 18 Wheels USA is hiring  entry-level CDL A truck drivers for the  Eastern seaboard . Get 4–6 weeks of paid mentor training , then move into  solo regional or drop-and-hook USPS loads . Earn $0.55–$0.65 CPM ($1400–$1600 weekly)with full benefits and stay home every 2 weeks.

What we offer

  • Paid training during the 4–6 week mentor period.
  • After training, solo drivers are paid $0.55 to $0.65 .
  • Run anywhere from 2500 - 3000miles a week
  • Earn an average of $1500–$1900 weekly once running solo.
  • Full benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage; 401(k) matching; paid time off (PTO); and paid vacations.
  • A clear entry point for recent graduates to move from school instruction into a supported professional driving role.
  • Hands-on mentorship that helps new drivers gain practical experience before taking on solo routes.

What you'll be doing

  • Complete a 4–6 week paid mentor training period to learn operations, safe driving practices, trip planning, and professional expectations, then transition to  solo regional or OTR driving .
  • Transport freight  safely and efficiently while managing 2-week driving periods , handling pickups, deliveries, and staying organized without direct supervision.
  • Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections, maintain professionalism, and represent the company during all operations.
  • Build experience with route execution, time management, and safe decision-making as you grow from trainee to independent driver.

What we're looking for

  • Safety-first mindset: Follow all regulations, company procedures, and best practices on every trip.
  • Reliability: Report on time, follow dispatch instructions, provide status updates, and stay organized during solo runs.
  • Strong communication: Work effectively with mentors, dispatch, and team members. Ask questions when expectations are unclear.
  • Adaptability: Assess road conditions and scheduling challenges, communicate options to dispatch, and handle route or load changes professionally.
  • Professional conduct: Stay calm under pressure, communicate respectfully, and represent the company well on regional and OTR accounts.

What you'll need

  • Required: Valid CDL A license, certificate from an accredited school (120+ hours instruction), and valid driver's license.
  • No prior experience needed. You'll complete our mentor-based training program before going solo.

About 18 Wheels USA

We're a growing trucking company on the Eastern seaboard that actually listens to our drivers. Your mentor isn't just training you—they're showing you how we operate and helping you become the independent driver you want to be. We keep routes regional so you can be home with your family, and we mean that. Safety, reliability, and our people come first.

Ready to apply?

Start your professional driving career with us!  Apply now on Indeed. We're looking forward to meeting recent CDL A graduates ready to hit the road.

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