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CDL-A Truck Driver - Home Weekends

Springfield, MO · On-site

$100K/yr

Best-in-class training - our Student Driver (Apprentice) training program is recognized as one of ... Eligible for CDL School Tuition Reimbursement Requirements: * Class A CDL * No recent DOT ...

TMC

CDL-A Truck Driver - Home Weekends

Milwaukee, WI

$100K/yr

Best-in-class training - our Student Driver (Apprentice) training program is recognized as one of ... Eligible for CDL School Tuition Reimbursement Requirements: * Class A CDL * No recent DOT ...

TMC

CDL-A Truck Driver - Home Weekends

Oswego, IL

$100K/yr

Best-in-class training - our Student Driver (Apprentice) training program is recognized as one of ... Eligible for CDL school tuition reimbursement Orientation & Training: TMC offers an orientation and ...

TMC

CDL-A Truck Driver - Home Weekends

Granite City, IL · On-site

$1.3K - $1.6K/wk

Best-in-class training - our Student Driver (Apprentice) training program is recognized as one of ... Eligible for CDL school tuition reimbursement Orientation & Training: TMC offers an orientation and ...

TMC

CDL-A Truck Driver - Home Weekends

Middletown, OH · On-site

$1.3K - $1.6K/wk

Best-in-class training - our Student Driver (Apprentice) training program is recognized as one of ... Eligible for CDL school tuition reimbursement Orientation & Training: TMC offers an orientation and ...

TMC

CDL-A Truck Driver - Home Weekends

Bolingbrook, IL

$100K/yr

Best-in-class training - our Student Driver (Apprentice) training program is recognized as one of ... Eligible for CDL school tuition reimbursement Orientation & Training: TMC offers an orientation and ...

TMC

CDL-A Truck Driver - Home Weekends

Chicago, IL · On-site

$1.3K - $1.6K/wk

Best-in-class training - our Student Driver (Apprentice) training program is recognized as one of ... Eligible for CDL school tuition reimbursement Orientation & Training: TMC offers an orientation and ...

TMC

CDL-A Truck Driver - Home Weekends

Elmhurst, IL

$100K/yr

Best-in-class training - our Student Driver (Apprentice) training program is recognized as one of ... Eligible for CDL school tuition reimbursement Orientation & Training: TMC offers an orientation and ...

TMC

CDL-A Truck Driver - Home Weekends

Chicago, IL

$100K/yr

Best-in-class training - our Student Driver (Apprentice) training program is recognized as one of ... Eligible for CDL school tuition reimbursement Orientation & Training: TMC offers an orientation and ...

TMC

CDL-A Truck Driver - Home Weekends

Greenwood, IN

$100K/yr

Best-in-class training - our Student Driver (Apprentice) training program is recognized as one of ... Eligible for CDL school tuition reimbursement Orientation & Training: TMC offers an orientation and ...

TMC

CDL-A Truck Driver - Home Weekends

Chicago, IL · On-site

$1.3K - $1.6K/wk

Best-in-class training - our Student Driver (Apprentice) training program is recognized as one of ... Eligible for CDL school tuition reimbursement Orientation & Training: TMC offers an orientation and ...

TMC

CDL-A Truck Driver - Home Weekends

Jackson, MI · On-site

$1.3K - $1.6K/wk

Best-in-class training - our Student Driver (Apprentice) training program is recognized as one of ... Eligible for CDL school tuition reimbursement Orientation & Training: TMC offers an orientation and ...

TMC

CDL-A Truck Driver - Home Weekends

Barrington, IL

$100K/yr

Best-in-class training - our Student Driver (Apprentice) training program is recognized as one of ... Eligible for CDL school tuition reimbursement Orientation & Training: TMC offers an orientation and ...

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As of Jun 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for cdl student driver in the United States is $37.80, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.04 and $41.35 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What Does a Student CDL Driver Do?

A student CDL driver is a commercial truck driver who is newer on the scene and still learning and gathering driving experience. Student drivers get hired by a trucking company and complete their training through a designated school. As a student CDL driver, you learn trucker responsibilities and duties, including how to drive a route and follow proper procedures, how to complete appropriate paperwork, and how to load, unload, and secure cargo. Through the processes, you complete requirements for a CDL license and gain valuable hands-on experience that allows you to move forward in your career as a trucker.

What is a Cdl Student Driver job?

A CDL Student Driver job is an entry-level position for individuals training to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL). It typically involves learning safe driving techniques, understanding trucking regulations, and gaining hands-on experience under the supervision of a certified trainer. Many trucking companies offer paid training programs to help students transition into full-time driving roles. Once training is complete and the CDL is obtained, drivers can begin working independently or with a company as a professional truck driver.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Cdl Student Driver position, and why are they important?

To excel as a CDL Student Driver, you should possess a basic understanding of vehicle safety, road rules, and have a clean driving record, alongside holding a valid driver's license and the ability to obtain a Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP). Familiarity with commercial vehicles, logbook systems, and on-board electronic logging devices (ELDs) is commonly required. Strong communication, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn are standout soft skills for this position. These abilities are crucial for safely handling large vehicles, adhering to regulations, and successfully progressing to a full-time CDL driver role.

What kinds of support or mentorship can I expect as a CDL Student Driver?

As a CDL Student Driver, you will typically receive hands-on training from experienced instructors or driver mentors during both classroom and on-the-road sessions. Many training programs pair students with professional drivers for practice runs, allowing you to gain real-world experience while gradually building your skills in a supportive environment. Frequent check-ins, feedback sessions, and structured progress evaluations are common, ensuring you are ready for your CDL examination. This supportive structure is designed to help you succeed, boost your confidence, and prepare you for a smooth transition into a solo driving position.

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CDL-A Truck Driver - Home Weekends

CDL-A Truck Driver - Home Weekends

TMC

Springfield, MO • On-site

$100K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

TMC is Now Hiring CDL-A DriversRecent Graduate or Limited Experience? No Problem!New Drivers Are Earning Up to $100,000 per Year


Why Choose TMC?
  • New drivers are earning up $100,000 per year
  • Earn $1,350 - $1,600 per week
  • Home weekends - our drivers typically run within a 1,200-mile radius of their home
  • Best-in-class training - our Student Driver (Apprentice) training program is recognized as one of the best in the country!
  • Health insurance - medical, dental, vision, and prescription
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid orientation and training

Orientation & Training:

TMC offers an orientation and flatbed training program just for you! We've been training apprentice drivers for nearly 30 years.


Our student driver training program is recognized as one of the best in the country. It is also one of the few on-the-job truck driver training programs approved by the Department of Labor as a certified Heavy Truck Driver Apprenticeship program! Apprentice drivers are paid $650 per week during orientation and OTR training with one of our certified flatbed driver trainers!

  • Home time is important to us, so we try our best to pair you with a trainer who lives within 150 miles of your home so you can enjoy your weekends with friends or family
  • Orientation is two weeks at one of our training facilities located in Des Moines, Iowa, or Columbia, South Carolina. Orientation is followed by five weeks over-the-road (OTR) with a Driver Trainer (4 weeks if you have an Automatic Transmission restriction printed on your Class A CDL)
  • Apprentice drivers are paid $650 per week during orientation and OTR training with one of our certified flatbed driver trainers
  • Some first-year drivers are earning up to $100,000 per year!


Additional Benefits:
  • Weekly pay & direct deposit
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Top-quality Peterbilt equipment
  • Paid vacation
  • Eligible for CDL School Tuition Reimbursement


Requirements: 
  • Class A CDL
  • No recent DOT-reportable accidents or DUIs
  • Military experience equivalency may substitute for some requirements


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