Truck Driver CDL A Solo Regional

Choosing a driving career is a big decision. Respect for your talent and experience while being upfront about pay, routes, and schedules are priorities at Ryder.

Pay

• $1800 or more per week
• Top 10% of drivers earn $100,000+ annually
• Hourly Pay: $29.00 per hour + $1 per hour for every 3 endorsements
• Per Diem Pay: $50 per night for overnights (route includes Ryder-booked hotel)
• Tenure Bonus: $1000 each year on anniversary

Schedule

• Monday – Friday with flexibility required
• 40+ hours per week
• Paid training

Route & Equipment

• Deliver SOLO to Midwest & Southwest
• Regional route
• Tractor Type: Day cabs, sleepers, and occasional straight trucks
• Trailer Type: Flatbed, dry van, reefer, conestoga, curtainside, and container
• Equipment: Pallet jack, rollers, lift gate, Moffett
• Freight: Touch and No-Touch
• Load securement experience required (strapping, tarping, chaining)
• Trucks are 36 months or newer with 24/7 roadside maintenance and fueling at over 800 nationwide locations

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision after 30 days
• Earn PTO starting Day 1 (up to 80 hours accrued in 1st year)
• Uniforms, cell phone & boot allowance provided
• 401(k) rollover available now + company match at 1 year
• 12 weeks paid maternity leave (subject to specific eligibility criteria, including work tenure)
• Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, tech & more
• Job protection: Drivers make safety decisions

Requirements

• Minimum 21 years of age
• Pass a Ryder Drug Test
• Pass a Ryder Background and Motor vehicle check (including drug and alcohol verification from previous employers for the last 3 years)
• Pass a DOT physical
• Pass a Ryder road test
• Provide appropriate CDL and endorsements for the position
• Must have Class A verifiable experience in a tractor trailer or comparable vehicle:
  • 9 months experience within the past 3 years, OR
  • 2 years’ experience within the last 5 years, OR
  • 5 years’ experience within the last 10 years
• Ability to follow written and/or oral instructions
• Ability to read, interpret and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies and/or procedures

Important Note: Some positions require additional screening that may include employment and education verification; motor vehicle records check and a road test; and/or badging or background requirements of the customer to which you are assigned.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring compliance with applicable federal and/or state laws, regulations, and/or agency rules, standards and guidelines
• Detecting and eliminating or minimizing safety hazards
• Maintaining accurate records and logs
• Loading/Unloading freight or assisting in the loading/unloading of freight if required by customer
• Performs other duties as assigned

About the Company

When becoming a Company Driver, Ryder purchases owner operator trucks while providing support during the transition and throughout your career. Join a team that listens, backs you up and helps you grow. Ryder is a community of proud women and men in logistics, including many Military Reservists and Veterans. Your contributions are recognized, valued, and appreciated. Refer and get rewarded with unlimited bonuses up to $1,500 for every hired Driver.