American Driver is looking for CDL A drivers based in Palatka, FL. Palatka sits on the St. Johns River in Putnam County with access to US-17 and SR-20 — a quiet but well-connected base for drivers running Eastern OTR lanes up the coast and through the interior.
This is a full-time W2 position. New drivers are welcome and a fully paid training program is available for those who qualify.
The Training Program:
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Paid 4–6 weeks riding with an experienced mentor
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You are on real loads from the first week — no simulators
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Everything covered — ELD, logbooks, HOS, inspections, customer interaction
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Weekly pay throughout the entire program
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Solo transition at $0.56 CPM when training is complete
Life on the Road:
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Dry van, no-touch loads
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Around 60% drop and hook operations
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Consistent 2,200–2,500 miles every week
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Eastern OTR lanes with steady freight volume
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Predictable dispatch with minimal downtime
The Money:
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$0.56–$0.65 CPM based on experience
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Weekly earnings typically land between $1,200–$1,500
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Extra pay for stops, layovers, and breakdowns
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Pay increase at six months
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$300 paid orientation
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Weekly direct deposit every Friday
Home Time:
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Consistent home time every two weeks — planned in advance
Your Truck:
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Late-model Freightliner or Kenworth (2022–2025)
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Every unit has APU
Benefits:
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Health, dental, and vision coverage — starts at 30 days
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Retirement savings plan with 401(k) and company match
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Paid vacation and holidays
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Pet and rider policy available immediately
Requirements:
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Valid Class A CDL, must be 21+
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Graduates of an accredited CDL program with at least 120 hours of instruction are eligible for our paid training program
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No serious violations in the past 3 years
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No DUI within the last 5 years
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Hair follicle and urine drug screening required
EOE — Apply now.
