Truck Driver CDL B Daily Solo

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.

About the role

Deliver medical supplies locally in Tennessee using a straight truck. TWIC card is preferred but not required—Ryder will reimburse. Equipment includes pallet jack and stair walkers, and freight involves touch handling.

• Hourly Pay: $27.00 per hour
• Hours Per Week: 50
• Schedule: Monday - Friday, start time between 4 to 6 AM
• Trucks are well-maintained, 36 months or newer, with 24/7 roadside maintenance and fueling at over 800 nationwide locations

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage after 30 days
• Earn PTO starting Day 1 (up to 80 hours accrued in the first year)
• Uniforms, cell phone, and boot allowance provided
• 401(k) rollover available immediately; company match after 1 year
• 12 weeks paid maternity leave (subject to eligibility criteria, including work tenure)
• Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, tech, and more
• Job protection and autonomy in safety decisions

Requirements

• Minimum 21 years of age
• Pass a Ryder drug test, background check, and motor vehicle check (including drug and alcohol verification from previous employers for the last 3 years)
• Pass a DOT physical and Ryder road test
• Provide appropriate CDL and endorsements for the position
• Class B 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

Some positions require additional screening, including employment and education verification, motor vehicle records check, and customer-specific badging or background requirements.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with applicable federal and/or state laws, regulations, and agency rules, standards, and guidelines
• Detect and eliminate or minimize safety hazards
• Maintain accurate records and logs
• Load/unload freight or assist in loading/unloading as required by the customer
• Perform other duties as assigned

Referral Program

Refer drivers and earn unlimited bonuses up to $1,500 for every hired driver.