Dayton Freight Lines Jobs for No Experience / Student Drivers
Dayton Freight Lines positions for drivers with 0-6 months experience. Pay: $60,000 - $90,000.
Pay Range
$60,000 - $90,000
Experience
0-6 months
Min Required
1 year CDL-A
Fleet Size
2,500+ tractors
No Experience / Student Driving at Dayton Freight Lines
Dayton Freight Lines is a privately owned LTL carrier providing next-day and two-day service across a 24-state region in the Midwest, Central, and Southeast U.S. Known for above-average driver pay, excellent equipment, and a strong family culture, Dayton Freight consistently ranks among the best regional LTL employers.
You are either fresh out of CDL school, currently in a training program, or considering a career change into trucking. Many mega-carriers offer paid training programs that require no prior experience. This is the starting point for most professional truck drivers.
Divisions Available
Benefits
- ✓ Competitive hourly pay with overtime
- ✓ Health, dental, and vision insurance
- ✓ 401(k) with company match
- ✓ Paid vacation and holidays
- ✓ Late-model equipment
Tips for No Experience / Student Drivers
- 💡 Apply to carrier-sponsored CDL training programs from companies like CRST, Swift, or Werner — they cover tuition costs in exchange for a 1-year driving commitment.
- 💡 Get your CDL permit before applying to maximize your options. Study the CDL manual and practice at a local driving school if possible.
- 💡 Be prepared for 4-8 weeks of OTR training with a mentor driver before going solo. Use this time to learn real-world skills like backing, trip planning, and log management.
- 💡 Avoid lease-purchase agreements as a new driver — the financial terms heavily favor the carrier and many new drivers end up losing money.
FAQ
Does Dayton Freight Lines hire no experience / student drivers?
Dayton Freight Lines typically requires some experience, but may accept no experience / student drivers. 1 year CDL-A.
How much does Dayton Freight Lines pay no experience / student drivers?
Dayton Freight Lines pays no experience / student drivers approximately $60,000 - $90,000. Actual pay depends on division, route type, and specific experience within the 0-6 months range.
What benefits does Dayton Freight Lines offer?
Dayton Freight Lines offers Competitive hourly pay with overtime, Health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match. Benefits are typically available after 60-90 days of employment.