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CDL-A Trainee Truck Driver | Paid Training Available | Richmond, VA
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CDL-A Trainee Truck Driver | Paid Training Available | Richmond, VA
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If you're ready to launch a long-term trucking career, our
CDL-A trainee program serving drivers in and around the Richmond, Virginia metro area
offers
paid training, one-on-one mentorship, and a direct path to a full-time solo driving position
with consistent weekly income and nationwide freight.
This program is built for
new CDL-A holders and recent CDL school graduates
who want stability, professional support, and real career growth not a short-term trainee seat.
Pay Breakdown
Training Pay (First 46 Weeks):
$650 per week
Solo Driver Pay After Upgrade:
$1,000 to$1,400+ weekly
Mileage Pay (Post-Training):
$0.43 to$0.51 CPM (based on experience)
Stop Pay:
$15 per stop once upgraded
Equipment: Assigned late-model automatic tractor after solo qualification
Drivers are paid weekly, and most trainees transition to solo status quickly once training benchmarks are met.
Route & Schedule Details
OTR Schedule:
12 to14 days out followed by a 34-hour home reset
Freight Type:
No-touch dry van freight
Load Types:
Mix of drop & hook and live load/unload
Running Area:
48-state OTR after training
Home Base:
Richmond, VA metro region
This position is designed to help new drivers gain real over-the-road experience while running consistent freight.
Program Requirements
Valid
CDL-A license
(recent graduates encouraged to apply)
Willingness to run
OTR for two consecutive weeks
Must live within
200 miles of Richmond, VA
Commitment to safety, reliability, and long-term career growth
Who This Program Is For
This CDL-A trainee position is ideal for drivers who:
Recently completed CDL school
Are looking for their
first OTR driving opportunity
Want paid training with structured mentorship
Are focused on building a long-term trucking career
This Program Is NOT For
Drivers seeking
local or home-daily positions
Drivers unwilling to run OTR
Drivers looking for short-term or part-time work
Clear expectations upfront help ensure success for both drivers and dispatch.
Why This CDL-A Trainee Program Works
You earn pay from day one, receive structured real-world training, and upgrade quickly into a solo role with consistent miles and income. This is a
true career-start program , not a dead-end trainee seat.
Once upgraded, drivers benefit from:
Assigned equipment
Predictable dispatch
Nationwide freight availability
Ongoing support from experienced operations teams
What Happens After Training
After completing the trainee phase, drivers are upgraded to a
solo OTR position . Most drivers experience steady weekly miles and reliable income shortly after upgrading, with opportunities to continue advancing within the fleet.
Now Hiring in the Greater Richmond Area
Accepting CDL-A trainees from Richmond and surrounding ZIP codes, including: 23223, 23228, 23234, 23236, 23173
If you're located in or near Richmond and serious about starting a trucking career the right way, this program is built to help you succeed.
Start Your CDL-A Career Today
When you reach out,
include your name, ZIP code, and experience level
so we can quickly confirm eligibility.
Call or text: 719-301-6891
#J-18808-Ljbffr
CDL-A trainee program serving drivers in and around the Richmond, Virginia metro area
offers
paid training, one-on-one mentorship, and a direct path to a full-time solo driving position
with consistent weekly income and nationwide freight.
This program is built for
new CDL-A holders and recent CDL school graduates
who want stability, professional support, and real career growth not a short-term trainee seat.
Pay Breakdown
Training Pay (First 46 Weeks):
$650 per week
Solo Driver Pay After Upgrade:
$1,000 to$1,400+ weekly
Mileage Pay (Post-Training):
$0.43 to$0.51 CPM (based on experience)
Stop Pay:
$15 per stop once upgraded
Equipment: Assigned late-model automatic tractor after solo qualification
Drivers are paid weekly, and most trainees transition to solo status quickly once training benchmarks are met.
Route & Schedule Details
OTR Schedule:
12 to14 days out followed by a 34-hour home reset
Freight Type:
No-touch dry van freight
Load Types:
Mix of drop & hook and live load/unload
Running Area:
48-state OTR after training
Home Base:
Richmond, VA metro region
This position is designed to help new drivers gain real over-the-road experience while running consistent freight.
Program Requirements
Valid
CDL-A license
(recent graduates encouraged to apply)
Willingness to run
OTR for two consecutive weeks
Must live within
200 miles of Richmond, VA
Commitment to safety, reliability, and long-term career growth
Who This Program Is For
This CDL-A trainee position is ideal for drivers who:
Recently completed CDL school
Are looking for their
first OTR driving opportunity
Want paid training with structured mentorship
Are focused on building a long-term trucking career
This Program Is NOT For
Drivers seeking
local or home-daily positions
Drivers unwilling to run OTR
Drivers looking for short-term or part-time work
Clear expectations upfront help ensure success for both drivers and dispatch.
Why This CDL-A Trainee Program Works
You earn pay from day one, receive structured real-world training, and upgrade quickly into a solo role with consistent miles and income. This is a
true career-start program , not a dead-end trainee seat.
Once upgraded, drivers benefit from:
Assigned equipment
Predictable dispatch
Nationwide freight availability
Ongoing support from experienced operations teams
What Happens After Training
After completing the trainee phase, drivers are upgraded to a
solo OTR position . Most drivers experience steady weekly miles and reliable income shortly after upgrading, with opportunities to continue advancing within the fleet.
Now Hiring in the Greater Richmond Area
Accepting CDL-A trainees from Richmond and surrounding ZIP codes, including: 23223, 23228, 23234, 23236, 23173
If you're located in or near Richmond and serious about starting a trucking career the right way, this program is built to help you succeed.
Start Your CDL-A Career Today
When you reach out,
include your name, ZIP code, and experience level
so we can quickly confirm eligibility.
Call or text: 719-301-6891
#J-18808-Ljbffr