Job Type: Full-Time | Driver Trainer / Mentor
Experience Required: CDL-A with minimum training eligibility
Tired of getting paid for only your miles? As a Driver Mentor, youβll earn for every single mile the truck drives β whether itβs you or your student behind the wheel. That means more pay, faster while helping new drivers launch their careers.
Weekly Base Pay: $1,225 β $1,455 (before any bonuses)
Base CPM + Tiered Pay Scale (experience-based)
+ $0.10 CPM while training
+ $0.04 CPM productivity bonus
Bonuses after student milestones:
$500 after 10K safe miles
$300 after 20K safe miles
Elite Mentor Rewards: After 6 students trained, earn $0.01 CPM for every mile they drive in their 1st solo year
Runs average 11 days OTR (NOT 3β4 weeks out like other mentor roles)
Students must drive minimum 5 hours per day β you can maximize the rest of the 14-hour clock
Flexible breaks: Take a week off or run solo between students
Paid Development Training: $850 completion pay + extra bonuses for student pickup/dispatch
NextGen Mentor Training Program (hotel & meals provided)
Online training checklist for smoother mentoring
Structured system designed to set mentors & students up for success
Paid on all truck miles (driver + student)
Priority loads & dispatch
Bonus programs that stack with CPM
Long-term passive earnings from your trained students
Medical, Dental, Vision + 401(k) w/ company match
Paid holidays, vacation, and wage increases
CDL-A License (clean record required)
At least 3+ months driving experience (mentor-eligible)
Must pass DOT drug screen & background check
Professional attitude & ability to coach new drivers
American Transport Team doesnβt just offer jobs β we build driver careers. With our strong pay protection, higher CPM pay scale, and mentor-focused program, youβll not only increase your earnings but also make a lasting impact on the next generation of truckers.
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American Transport Team is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.