Home Every Other Week Jobs for No Experience / Student Drivers
Out 10-14 days, home 2-3 days. Trucking positions for drivers with 0-6 months experience. Pay: $38,000 - $48,000.
Home Every Other Week Trucking for No Experience / Student Drivers
Biweekly home time is common in OTR and extended regional trucking. You drive for 10-14 days before taking 2-3 days off at home. This schedule maximizes your earning potential while still providing regular (though less frequent) home time. It is the most common schedule for OTR company drivers.
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.
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Tips
- 💡 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can no experience / student drivers get home every other week jobs?
Some carriers offer home every other week positions for no experience / student drivers, though options are more limited. Most home every other week jobs require 6-12 months of experience.
How much do home every other week drivers with 0-6 months experience make?
Home Every Other Week drivers with 0-6 months of experience typically earn $38,000 - $48,000. Pay varies by carrier and route assignment.
Which companies hire no experience / student drivers for home every other week routes?
Top carriers for home every other week no experience / student positions include Schneider National, J.B. Hunt Transport, Swift Transportation, Werner Enterprises. Apply through our careers page for current openings.