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Entry-Level OTR Truck Driver — Paid CDL Training, $65,000+ First Year

Houston, TX Posted Oct 9, 2026

  • Regional

Pay

From $0.50/mi

Location
Houston, TX
Route
Regional · USA only
License
Non-CDL
Position
Company driver

About this job

Launch a truck driving career even if you have never driven before. Our company covers your CDL training and puts you on the road running Super Regional OTR routes, with first-year earnings of $65,000+ possible.

Pay

  • Starting pay of $0.50 per mile, with a $0.04 CPM raise after 6 months
  • Monthly safety bonus on top of base pay: +$0.03 CPM for 9,800-10,499 miles, +$0.05 CPM for 10,500-12,499 miles, and +$0.07 CPM for 12,500+ miles
  • Both loaded and empty miles count toward pay
  • You're also paid for layovers, tolls and scale stops
  • First-year total pay of $65,000+ depends on your mileage and performance

Home time and routes

  • You'll run Super Regional freight east of I-35, avoiding the far Northeast
  • Typical cycle is 10-14 days out followed by 2 full days home
  • Freight is steady, so your miles stay consistent

CDL training

  • No CDL or prior experience needed to apply
  • You'll complete local CDL training first, then move into OTR driving
  • Orientation runs 3 days in Richland, MS, with $320 in pay plus travel, hotel and meals covered
  • After orientation, you'll spend 175 hours training with an experienced driver, earning $90 per day during this stretch
  • This structured program is designed to build real OTR experience before you're driving solo long-term

Benefits

  • Medical, dental and vision coverage kicks in after 30 days
  • 401(k) plan
  • Paid vacation
  • Life and disability insurance
  • You'll drive late-model trucks, 4 years old or newer

Requirements

  • Must be at least 21 years old
  • Valid driver's license required, but a CDL is not needed to apply
  • Must pass a DOT physical and drug screening
  • Driving record must be acceptable

The hiring carrier's name is shared with you once you apply through the DriverRoll app, where you can message them directly.

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