Class A CDL New Graduate Driver – Paid Training | Earn Up to $83K+
Indianapolis, IN | Full-Time | W2
Just earned your Class A CDL but everyone wants experience? We’ll help you get it.
Amazon Freight Partners are hiring recent Class A CDL graduates for our paid Driver Trainee Program supporting the Amazon Freight Partner network in Indianapolis.
No previous professional Class A driving experience is required for candidates accepted into our program.
Start at $22/Hour During Training
You’ll receive paid, hands-on training designed to help you safely transition from CDL school to professional driving.
Training includes:
- Hands-on tractor-trailer driving
- Backing and maneuvering
- Coupling and uncoupling
- Pre-trip and post-trip inspections
- Trip planning and Hours of Service
- Amazon operations and technology
- Real-world ride-alongs with experienced trainers
- Safety coaching and mentorship
Once you successfully complete training and are approved to drive solo, you can transition into one of our full driver positions.
3 Career Paths After Training
HOME DAILY
3 Days On / 4 Days Off
- 13-hour shifts
- Approximately 39 hours/week
- Home after every shift
- $45,000–$50,000+ annual earning potential
- Additional shifts may be available
HOME EVERY OTHER DAY
Regional – 4 Days On / 4 Days Off
- Regular home time
- Sleeper-truck operation
- $60,000–$75,000+ annual earning potential
- Overtime after 40 hours when applicable
5 DAYS OUT / 2 DAYS HOME
Regional / OTR
- Home every week
- Sleeper-truck operation
- Starting around $1,600+ per week
- $83,000+ annual earning potential
- Consistent year-round work
Career-path availability is based on operational needs, qualifications, and successful completion of training.
Why Drive With Us?
- New CDL graduates welcome
- Paid training at $22/hour
- Consistent year-round Amazon freight
- Mostly no-touch freight
- Modern equipment
- Weekly pay
- W2 employment
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k)
- Mentorship and ongoing driver support
- Opportunity to increase your earnings as you gain experience
Qualifications:
- Valid Class A CDL
- Recent CDL graduate
- At least 21 years old
- Clean driving record
- Must pass DOT physical
- Must pass pre-employment drug screening
- Must successfully complete required background screening
- Comfortable using GPS, ELDs and smartphone applications
- Must meet DOT English-language proficiency requirements
- Safety-minded, dependable and ready to learn
