No Class A Experience Required — Get Paid While You Learn
If you’re a newly licensed CDL-A driver ready to start your career the right way, our CDL-A trainee program serving drivers in and around the Cincinnati, Ohio metro area offers paid on-the-job training, dedicated mentorship, and a clear path to a full-time solo OTR driving position with steady miles and dependable income.
This opportunity is designed for drivers who want long-term stability, consistent freight, and professional support — not a revolving-door trainee role.
Training Pay: $650 per week for the first 4–6 weeks
Solo Pay After Upgrade: $1,000–$1,400+ per week
Mileage Pay: $0.43–$0.51 CPM after training (experience-based)
Stop Pay: $15 per stop once upgraded
Pay Schedule: Weekly direct deposit
Most trainees transition to solo status quickly once training requirements are completed.
Assigned late-model automatic tractor after upgrade
No-touch dry van freight
Mix of drop & hook and live load/unload
Nationwide freight network
You’ll gain real OTR experience while running consistent, predictable freight.
OTR Schedule: 12–14 days out with a 34-hour reset
Running Area: 48-state OTR after training
Home Base: Cincinnati, OH metro region
This is a true over-the-road position built to help new drivers develop strong fundamentals.
Valid CDL-A license
Willingness to run OTR for two consecutive weeks
Must live within 200 miles of Cincinnati, OH
Safety-focused mindset and dependable attendance
Recent CDL school graduates
Entry-level CDL-A drivers
Drivers seeking their first full OTR position
Individuals committed to building a long-term trucking career
Drivers seeking local or home-daily routes
Part-time or temporary work
Drivers unwilling to run OTR
Clear expectations upfront help ensure success for both drivers and operations.
You earn pay from day one while learning from experienced trainers. Once upgraded, you move into a solo role with assigned equipment, steady dispatch, and nationwide freight support. This program is built for drivers who want consistency, growth, and longevity in the industry.
Upon completion of the trainee phase, drivers are upgraded to a solo OTR position . Most drivers see stable weekly miles and income shortly after upgrading, with opportunities to continue advancing within the fleet over time.
Accepting CDL-A trainees from Cincinnati and surrounding ZIP codes, including:
45211, 45238, 45239, 45231, 45002
When contacting us, include your name, ZIP code, and experience level so we can quickly confirm eligibility.
Call or text: 719-301-6891
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