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GET PAID WHILE YOU TRAIN WITH YOUR CDL
You’ve made the decision to become a truck driver, but now what? Our Class A CDL training program gives you real-world experience and prepares you for anything that could happen on the road. Our Prime Training Program offers new classes that start every week, and it’s never too late to find your calling.
HOW IT WORKS
YOUR GUIDE TO DRIVING WITH PRIME
Start your career as an Over the Road (OTR) truck driver here. Those who become a company driver for Prime are eligible for a number of benefits, including health insurance, a 401(k) and paid vacation.
Step Two
Attend orientation
Prime will pay for your transportation to our Springfield, MO; Pittston, PA; or Salt Lake City, UT location to start your orientation. Experience hands-on, computer-based, and simulator training before you get behind the wheel.
Step Four
Pass your CDL exam
Once your training is finished, you’ll return to a Prime training center to take your state CDL exam. Those who pass on their first try will receive a $250 bonus.
Step Six
Hit the road
Once your training is completed, you will be eligible for upgrade review (dependent on truck availability). Stay on as a company driver or choose to own your own truck and become an independent contractor. Your options are limitless.
Step one
Apply for the program & Obtain Permit
See if you meet the qualifications and start by applying for our driver training program. A recruiter will reach out to you to confirm your status and help you get started with your CDL training. Obtain your Class A Permit before orientation in your home state.Â
Step Three
Receive instruction
Work 1-on-1 with an instructor while you learn how to drive a semi truck. You’ll get practice with the necessary components of your CDL exam along with experience hauling freight.
Step Five
Complete your final training
After you pass your CDL exam, you’ll continue to train with a trainer for a minimum of 30,000 miles. Get experience hauling loads across the country while receiving compensation of at least $900 per week (as long as you are available for dispatch).
*Minimum of $672/week if available for dispatch and at home.
HOW IT WORKS
YOUR GUIDE TO DRIVING WITH PRIME
Start your career here. Company drivers are employed through Prime and are eligible for a number of benefits, including health insurance, a 401(k) and paid vacation.
Step one
Apply for the program & Obtain Permit
See if you meet the qualifications and start by applying for our program. A recruiter will reach out to you to confirm your status and help you get started with your training. Obtain your Class A Permit before orientation in your home state.Â
Step Two
Attend orientation
Prime will pay for your transportation to our Springfield, MO; Pittston, PA; or Salt Lake City, UT location to start your orientation. Experience hands-on, computer-based, and simulator training before you get behind the wheel.
Step Three
Receive instruction
Work 1-on-1 with an instructor while you learn how to drive a semi truck. You’ll get practice with the necessary components of your CDL exam along with experience hauling freight.
Step Four
Pass your CDL exam
Once your training is finished, you’ll return to a Prime training center to take your state CDL exam. Those who pass on their first try will receive a $250 bonus.
Step Five
Complete your final training
After you pass your CDL exam, you’ll continue to train with a trainer for 50,000 miles. Get experience hauling loads across the country while receiving a guarantee of $900 per week until you upgrade.
Step Six
Hit the road
Once your training is completed, you will be eligible for upgrade review. Stay on as a company driver or choose to own your own truck and become an independent contractor. Your options are limitless.
All pay amounts listed above are based on being available for dispatch.
get your class a permit
Before heading to orientation for the Prime Training Program, you will need to obtain your Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP). Our training program will help you earn your Class A CDL, but first, you will need to obtain your permit on your own in your home state. Check out our Permit Prep page to learn more about this process as well as study information to prepare you for your permit test.Â