Truck Driver Regional Class A

Location: Mankato, MN 56003 | Regional Solo Driver | Full‑time | Requisition 2026‑213930

About the role

Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL Truck Driver for a regional solo account delivering retail hardware supplies across MN, SD, ND, NE, and IL. You’ll operate a sleeper tractor (36 months or newer) pulling 32′, 48′, or 53′ dry vans and occasional reefers, using manual pallet jacks and lift gates. Ryder provides paid training on all equipment, 24/7 roadside maintenance, and fueling at over 800 nationwide locations. Hazmat endorsement is required within 90 days of hire; Ryder reimburses the cost and provides training support. Drivers enjoy autonomy on the road with strong backend support, weekly pay, and a culture that values safety decisions and career growth.

Pay

• Weekly earnings: $1,770 or more per week
• Mileage pay: $0.64 per mile (2,000+ miles per week)
• Stop pay: $25.75 per stop (15 stops per week)
• Per diem: $50.00 per night (1–2 nights per week)
• Paid training provided
• Drivers paid weekly

Schedule

• Hours: 50+ hours per week
• Training schedule: Monday–Friday
• Start time: Between 3:00 AM and 5:00 AM

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days
• PTO accrual starts Day 1 (up to 80 hours in first year)
• Uniforms, cell phone allowance, and boot allowance provided
• 401(k) rollover available immediately; company match at 1 year
• 12 weeks paid maternity leave (subject to eligibility criteria including tenure)
• Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, technology, and more
• Referral bonuses up to $1,500 per hired driver (unlimited)

Requirements

• Minimum 21 years of age
• Class A CDL with appropriate endorsements for the position
• Verifiable Class A tractor‑trailer experience: 9 months within the past 3 years, OR 2 years within the past 5 years, OR 5 years within the past 10 years
• 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
• Ability to follow written and/or oral instructions
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Hazmat endorsement required within 90 days of hire (Ryder reimburses cost and provides training support)
• Some positions may require additional screening: employment/education verification, motor vehicle records check, road test, and/or customer‑specific badging or background requirements

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with applicable federal and/or state laws, regulations, 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