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CDL-A Trainee Truck Driver

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CDL-A Trainee Truck Driver | Paid Training Avai... CDL-A Trainee Truck Driver | Paid Training Available | Des Moines, IA No Experience Required Start Earning Immediately

If you are ready to launch a long-term trucking career, our

CDL-A trainee program serving drivers in and around the Des Moines, Iowa 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 Mileage Pay (Post‑Training):

$0.43‑$0.51 CPM (based on experience)

Stop Pay:

$15 per stop once upgraded

Drivers are paid weekly, and most trainees transition to solo status quickly once training benchmarks are met.

Route & Schedule Details OTR Schedule:

12 to 14 days out followed by a 34‑hour home reset

Load Types:

Mix of drop & hook and live load/unload

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 Des Moines, IA

Commitment to safety, reliability, and long‑term career growth

Who This Program Is For

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

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 Des Moines Area Accepting CDL‑A trainees from Des Moines and surrounding ZIP codes, including: 50310, 50315, 50317, 50023, 50266

If you are located in or near Des Moines and serious about starting a trucking career the right way, this program is built to help you succeed.

When you reach out,

include your name, ZIP code, and experience level

so we can quickly confirm eligibility.

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