Driver Non CDL Home Daily

Ryder • Houston, TX

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a non-CDL driver in Houston, Texas, for a home-daily delivery route. The driver operates solo and delivers dairy products using a reefer box truck. The work involves heavy-touch freight and may require loading or unloading freight or assisting with those tasks. Equipment includes a pallet jack and hand truck.

The schedule is Monday through Friday, with a 2:00 a.m. start time and approximately 55 hours per week. Pay is $23 per hour, paid weekly, with an advertised average of $1,437 per week. Paid training is provided. Ryder states that its drivers operate well-maintained, safe trucks that are 36 months old or newer, with 24/7 roadside maintenance and fueling available at more than 800 nationwide maintenance locations.

The position is primarily responsible for safely driving a vehicle while complying with safety regulations, participating in continuous training, and providing customer service. Drivers are expected to make safety decisions and maintain accurate records. Ryder describes the role as offering autonomy on the road and support during a driver's career.

Requirements

• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Have verifiable driving experience meeting one of these criteria: 6 months in the past 3 years, 2 years within the last 5 years, or 5 years within the last 10 years. Experience must be in like equipment if operating a straight truck or box truck.
• 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.
• Have a valid driver's license.
• Be able to follow written and/or oral instructions.
• Be able to read, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, and/or procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Reefer or grocery delivery experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely drive a vehicle and comply with applicable safety regulations.
• Follow applicable federal and state laws, regulations, agency rules, standards, and guidelines.
• Detect, eliminate, or minimize safety hazards.
• Maintain accurate records.
• Load and unload freight, or assist with loading and unloading when required by the customer.
• Participate in continuous training and provide customer service.
• Complete other tasks as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days.
• PTO accrual starting on Day 1, with up to 80 hours accrued in the first year.
• Uniform, cell phone, and boot allowances.
• 401(k) rollover availability and company match after 1 year.
• 12 weeks of paid maternity leave, subject to specific eligibility criteria including work tenure.
• Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, technology, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed