No Exp Required Truck Driver Must Have CDL A Home Daily

Ryder•Owensboro, KY

8d•$1,075 - $1,415•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Class A Driver for its Driver Development Program in Owensboro, Kentucky. The program is open to new CDL Class A graduates, and zero driving experience is required to qualify. Drivers receive a weekly minimum guarantee of $1,075 during training and $1,415 after training, with weekly pay. The role delivers auto parts to locations in Ohio, Tennessee, Indiana, Missouri, and Kentucky. Freight is no-touch, using a 53-foot dry van trailer and a day-cab tractor that may be manual or automatic. Trucks are three years old or newer. Ryder provides 24/7 roadside maintenance by Ryder-trained technicians, and service employees fuel trucks at Ryder maintenance facilities. The position requires a valid Class A CDL and the ability to follow instructions and interpret and apply applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Candidates must complete Ryder screening and testing requirements. Ryder describes its workplace culture as respectful, collaborative, safety-focused, and supportive of employee growth and having a voice.

Requirements

Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A.
Nine months or less of CDL driving experience; new CDL Class A graduates with zero experience may qualify.
Minimum age of 21.
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 three years.
Pass a DOT physical.
Pass a Ryder road test.
Provide the appropriate CDL and endorsements for the position.
Ability to follow written and/or oral instructions.
Ability to read, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, and/or procedures.

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with applicable federal and/or state laws, regulations, agency rules, standards, and guidelines.
Detect, eliminate, or minimize safety hazards.
Maintain accurate records and logs.
Follow Standard Operating Procedures for checking in and out freight.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Weekly pay.
Weekly minimum guarantee of $1,075 during training and $1,415 after training.
Company-paid scale bypass.
Uniforms and boot allowance provided.
Paid personal time off begins on day one, with 80 hours accrued in the first year; unused balance is paid at the employee's hourly rate.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage starts at 30 days.
12 weeks of paid maternity leave for qualifying employees, subject to eligibility requirements including work tenure.
Immediate 401(k) rollover and contributions, with company match at one year.
Employee discounts on tools, cars, hotels, electronics and appliances, cell phones, travel, and more.
Unlimited bonuses for referring hired drivers.
Personal protective equipment provided.
Job protection when drivers make decisions to keep themselves and others safe.