Truck Driver CDL Class A No Experience Needed

About the role

We have a Class A Driver opening in Lafayette, IN, for New CDL Graduates who have received their CDL License. Start your career with Ryder's Driver Development Program, designed for those with 6-9 months of experience or less. Our proficiency-based training includes 8 weeks of paid instruction focusing on backing, close-quarter maneuvers, short and longer runs, and hands-on experience with industry-leading instructors.

Tractor Type: Day Cab
Trailer Type: 53' Dry Van
Freight Type: Auto Parts
Touch/No Touch Freight: Varies (No Touch, Drop/Hook, Live Load/Live Unload, Multi-stop delivers, and relays)
Deliver To: 300-mile radius

Trucks are 36 months or newer, include 24/7 roadside maintenance, and company drivers fuel up at over 800 maintenance facilities nationwide.

Pay

• Weekly Minimum Guarantee during training: $1,050 per week
• Weekly Minimum Guarantee after training: $1,385 per week (with opportunity for more)
• Paid weekly

Schedule

• Monday – Friday; some weekends required
• Start Time: AM or PM

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision 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 at 1 year
• 12 weeks paid maternity leave (subject to specific eligibility criteria, including work tenure)
• Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, tech, and more
• Unlimited referral bonuses for hired drivers

Drivers are empowered to make safety decisions, and their job is protected.

Requirements

• 9 months or less of CDL driving experience
• Minimum 21 years of age
• Pass a Ryder drug test
• Pass a Ryder background check and Motor Vehicle Registration 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
• Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A
• Ability to follow written and/or oral instructions
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, and/or procedures

Note: Some positions require additional screening, such as employment and education verification, motor vehicle records check, and/or badging or background requirements of the customer to which you are assigned.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with applicable federal and/or state laws, regulations, and/or agency rules, standards, and guidelines
• Detect and eliminate or minimize safety hazards
• Maintain accurate records and logs
• Follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) regarding the checking in and out of freight
• Perform other duties as assigned