Class A CDL Trucking Jobs

Prime Training Program

PERMIT Prior to orientation, you will complete these steps: Complete a DOT Physical & Drug Test scheduled by your Recruiter. Obtain DOT Medical Card & Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP) in your home state. For your CLP, make sure it is “NI-Non Excepted Interstate”.

ORIENTATION Attend orientation at a Prime Inc. orientation facility (Springfield, MO; Pittston, PA; or Salt Lake City, UT). Prime provides transportation, 3 meals per day & hotel accommodations during orientation. Experience hands-on, computer-based, & simulator training.

CDL INSTRUCTION Train with a CDL Instructor for 2 to 4 weeks & experience one-on-one instruction to develop the skills needed to pass the Class A CDL Exam. Receive a $200 per week loan to spend on food & living costs during this phase of training. Loan will be paid back at $25 per week after you earn your CDL until full amount borrowed is paid back.

CDL EXAM Return to Springfield, MO to take the final state CDL Exam which includes vehicle inspection, backing skills, & road test. Earn a $250 bonus if you pass the CDL Exam on your first try. Once you obtain your Class A CDL, you become eligible to be hired on as a company driver.

TNT TRAINING Obtain the relevant minimum training miles below with a TNT Trainer after earning your CDL:

Refrigerated & Flatbed Division: 30,000 miles
Tanker Division: 25,000 miles

You will be paid $700/week guarantee as long as you are available for dispatch during this phase.

UPGRADE ELIGIBILITY Once you obtain 30,000 training miles, you will be eligible for solo driver upgrade review. Upgrading into your own truck is based on service, safety, and truck availability.

NOTES All guarantee pay amounts listed above are before taxes. Guarantee increases go into effect pay week after mileage mark is achieved. Mileage requirements may vary depending on division choice. For the Tanker & Flatbed Division, upgrading process includes attendance and successful completion of relevant Bootcamp/Securement class and testing. Residents of CA & NJ are not eligible to become independent contractors.

Minimum Requirements

Must be at least 21 years old with a valid US driver’s license for the past 12 months
Must obtain Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP) in home state prior to attending orientation
Be able to obtain U.S. Passport, TWIC Card and Hazmat Endorsement
Have a verifiable work history and references
Have an acceptable motor vehicle record
Must be able to meet minimum medical qualifications set by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
All of Prime’s drivers must meet a set of qualifications and standards to ensure that we are hiring the best and safest associates for the job. The information above is subject to change and does not include all qualifications for Prime. If you have any questions about this information, contact Prime’s Recruiting Department.