CDL-A Truck Driver Training Program - Flatbed Division
Drive Your Career Forward with Maverick Transportation!
Maverick Transportation is hiring and ready to help you launch or grow your professional truck driving career! With over 45 years of industry leadership, dedication, and support—that’s The Maverick Way®—we provide the training, tools, and guidance you need to succeed.
Whether you’re new to trucking or an experienced driver, Maverick has a path for you:
- Our CDL Training Program gives beginners a fast track to a professional truck driving career, with mentoring from instructors who have over 100 years of combined experience
- Experienced drivers will benefit from top-tier support, modern equipment, and career growth opportunities.
- Choose a career that fits your lifestyle with Regional or OTR options.
- As an IL resident, earn your Class A Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP) virtually before starting Maverick Driving Academy or bring your CLP and jump right into training. Ask a recruiter for details today!
What We Offer:
Competitive Pay:
CDL-A Flatbed Sponsorship Truck Drivers (<6 mos. Experience) Pay:
- Students earn $69,000 - $76,000 in their 1st Year! (Depending upon division)
- Weekly Average ranges from $1,325-$1,450/wk (Depending upon division)
- Student starting pay: Flatbed $.55 cents/mile
- Weekly Guarantee Pay (after going solo)
- $750 PRE (Pre-employment evaluation) Pay
- $700 Flatbed Business Unit Training
- Travel, lodging, breakfast and lunch provided
- $400 Graduation Pay (paid out on first dispatch)
- Performance Bonus Program!
Experienced CDL-A Truck Drivers (6+ mos. experience) Pay:
- Experienced drivers earn $80,000 - $100,000/+yr! (Depending upon division)
- Weekly Average ranges $1,550-$1,900/wk (Depending upon division)
- Flatbed $.59-$.63.5/mile starting pay | Glass $.69-$.745/mile starting pay
- Weekly Guarantee Pay
- $1,000 PRE (Pre-employment evaluation) Pay
- $1,000 Flatbed Business Unit Training
- Travel, lodging, breakfast and lunch provided
- Performance Bonus Program
Excellent Benefits and Support: Maverick is known for our emphasis on driver support, teamwork and safety.
- Affordable, Industry-Leading Health Insurance Plan that goes into effect the 1st of the month after 60 days of employment!
- PAID time off earned WEEKLY! (Begin earning PTO in your 3rd month of employment- unless you are a resident of IL, NY, MN, or MI - or you work in the city of Chicago, IL - then you will earn your time off weekly upon hire.)
- Driver Holiday Pay (6 PAID holidays each year!)
- PAID Life Insurance
- Driver Legal Plan
- Cancer Coverage
- 401(k) + Match (Maverick will match 100% of your contributions up to 3% of your weekly pay on a weekly basis for each week that you contribute to a max of $3,000 annually)
- Dental, Vision and Disability/Accident Coverage
- Virtual Doctor on Demand Visits
- Employee Support Programs
- Driver Appreciation Program
- Driver Bonus and Recognition Programs
- Maverick Smart Phone App to keep YOU connected
- Social Media Support Groups
- AT&T Mobile Discount
- In Truck Wi-Fi
- Military Tribute Trucks | Charitable Giving Program
- Monthly Technology Stipend
- Tuition Reimbursement
- GI Bill™ OJT approved
- $1,000-$2,000 CDL-A Driver Referral Bonus
- Based upon the experience of a hired driver
- Drivers who are considered a rehire are not eligible for the referral bonus payout
- $500 Non-CDL Referral Bonus
- Includes CDL Training Program for applicants, securement, technician, and office positions.
Modern Equipment: You will drive modern trucks equipped with the latest and safest technology to keep you and others safe on the road.
- Collision safety system with active breaking
- Stoneridge MirrorEye® Technology
- Driver Portal Software
- Tire Pressure Monitoring systems & more!
Proven Success Across Industries: Our drivers come from diverse backgrounds, including: Food & Service | Armed Services | Medical | Warehouse | Towing & Recovery | Oil Field | IT | Farming | Construction & more!
Start Your Maverick Career Today! With competitive pay, unmatched support, modern equipment, and flexible career options, your truck driving career is ready to take off. Become a Maverick today!
Job Requirements:
- Must live within the hiring area
- Minimum 21 years old
LeadFlex Job ID: 508922
Post Date: 09/15/2025