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 Driving 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: $50-$70K
- Leaders: $60-$100K
- Teams/Split: $120-$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
Average is for Other People
To keep America moving every day, we pride ourselves on hiring the best of the best. If you believe average is for other people and are ready to start your career with Werner, fill out our application or feel free to contact us to learn more.
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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