Become a Professional
Truck Driver
Need a CDL?
Take the next step towards your new career with a placement driver program. Make a selection below to begin:
Roadmaster Drivers School
Partner Schools
General Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
- Must be 21 years old
- Have a current Class A CDL
- Acceptable driving record
- A recent graduate of a truck driving school or verifiable tractor-trailer experience
- Able to perform the essential functions of the job (with or without reasonable accommodations)
- Meet all DOT qualifications
- Pass a DOT physical, including DOT drug screen and company hair follicle testing
- Acceptable references from past employers
The Werner Advantage
Pay
- Industry-leading miles
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Potential sign-on bonus
- Average first-year compensation:
- Solos: $55-$70K
- Leaders: $60-$100K
- Teams/Split: $130-$150K
Benefits
- Rider and pet-friendly
- Health, dental and vision insurance
- Life insurance and disability
- Industry-leading 401(k) retirement plan
- HSA and health programs
- Paid tolls and fuel cards
- Tuition reimbursement
Technology & Equipment
- Leading edge telematics device
- Collision mitigation technology
- Truck navigation system
- 100% trailer tracking
- Average truck age is 2 years
- 24hr maintenance assistance
- Driver portal and app
Career Growth
- Opportunities for career growth as a professional driver, including leaders and teams
- Pay starts day one
- Industry-leading apprenticeship program
- Performance-based career track program
Safety
- Defensive driving training
- Simulation training program
- Computer-based training
Have a Question?
We’re here to answer.
Resources
Driver Portal
Ambassador Portal
Driver Contacts
- Driver Recruiting – 1.800.346.2818
- Driver Safety Line – 1.800.331.0361
- Driver Payroll – 1.800.227.6849
- Driver Permits – 1.800.228.2137 ext. 6677
FAQ’s
Have questions about CSA regulations, splitting breaks, or something else?
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