Class A Yard Truck Driver

Ryder•Gaylord, MN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL Truck Driver for local yard work in Gaylord, Minnesota. The position offers weekly pay of $31.00 per hour for the PM shift, with advertised annual earnings of $69,000 or more and a $3,000 loyalty bonus. The schedule is an alternating four-day/three-day workweek, with a 6:00 p.m. start time. The role is local, home daily, and involves no-touch yard freight. A tanker endorsement must be obtained within 30–60 days of hire, and backing experience is required. Ryder reimburses endorsement costs and provides training. Drivers use trucks that are 36 months old or newer. Ryder provides 24/7 roadside maintenance and access to company fueling at more than 800 maintenance facilities nationwide. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days; PTO accrual beginning on day one; uniforms, a cell phone, and a boot allowance; a 401(k) rollover option and company match after one year; paid maternity leave subject to eligibility; employee discounts; and unlimited referral bonuses for hired drivers. Ryder describes a culture emphasizing respect, collaboration, innovation, safety, employee input, and opportunities to grow. The company is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

Requirements

Be at least 21 years of age.
Pass a Ryder drug test.
Pass a Ryder background and motor vehicle check, including verification of drug and alcohol history with 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.
Have Class A verifiable experience in a tractor-trailer or comparable vehicle: 9 months within the past 3 years, or 2 years within the last 5 years, or 5 years within the last 10 years.
Be able to follow written and/or oral instructions.
Be able to read, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, and/or procedures.
Obtain a tanker endorsement within 30–60 days of hire.
Have backing experience.

Responsibilities

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