Why drivers like this job
- APU (no-idle heat and A/C) – No-idle HVAC/APU on most trucks
- Paid orientation – Paid for orientation class time
- Solid average pay – About $1,746 on average, as reported by the carrier
- Home every 2 weeks – Predictable home time you can plan around
The job
The Over the Road Mentor position offers an excellent opportunity to travel while earning competitive pay with the carrier.
Home timeHome every 2 weeks
Experience6+ months
FreightMentors and their trainees handle no-touch freight, which primarily consists of refrigerated goods along with some dry freight.
Where loads goDelivery locations and haul lengths vary based on your place of residence.
ScheduleDriver type: Train
EquipmentCompany provided sleeper trucks pulling 53' trailers. All trucks are automatic transmissions. Top of the Line Equipment.
Hiring areaArkansas, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Missouri, Oklahoma, Within 175 miles of Amarillo, TX, Within 100 miles of Atlanta, GA, Within 175 miles of Dallas, TX, Within 100 miles of Denver, CO, Within 75 miles of Las Vegas, NV, Within 100 miles of Los Angeles, CA, Within 100 miles of Madison, WI, Within 150 miles of Omaha, NE, Within 200 miles of Phoenix, AZ, Within 100 miles of Salt Lake City, UT, Within 100 miles of Shippensburg, PA, Within 100 miles of Stockton, CA
Good to know
- The carrier is committed to safety. We equip our drivers with top-of-the-line Freightliner trucks that are three years old or newer.
- Mentor duties: Mentors train apprentices to safely and efficiently operate a truck in compliance with state and local laws, as well as the carrier's policies.
- Your success as a mentor will depend on your strong work ethic and effective communication.
Pay, benefits and extras
Average pay: $1,746 a week · top drivers up to $2,234 (reported by the hiring company; results vary)
- Transmission: Automatic
- No-idle heat and A/C: Yes
- Assigned truck: Yes
- Paid orientation: Yes
- Benefits: First of the month after 60 days of employment
- Paid time off: 1 week after your first year
Requirements
- Valid Class A CDL
- 6+ months of verifiable tractor-trailer experience
- At least 21 years old
- Current DOT medical card and a clean drug screen
- Driving record: no more than 2 moving violations in the last year or 3 in the last 3 years.
- All mentors will need to be 25 years of age or older and must have 6 months of recent tractor trailer experience.
How to apply
Tap Apply and send the short form, or call or text (307) 218-3831. A recruiter calls you, answers your questions and confirms the current terms in writing before you apply. Recruiting is paid by the hiring company.
Better Today LLC is an independent recruiting company, not the employer. Pay figures are averages reported by the hiring company, not guarantees. Requirements and terms are set by the hiring company and change often. Ref 046c341d.