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Ryder•Austin, TX

19d•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL Truck Driver in Austin, Texas. The role delivers auto parts solo to surrounding areas on a local route, with drivers home daily. The freight is no-touch, and the equipment includes a day-cab tractor and 48- or 53-foot dry van trailers. Drivers must be able to operate manual transmissions; Ryder provides training on the equipment needed for the role. Trucks are described as well-maintained, safe, and 36 months or newer, with 24/7 roadside maintenance and fueling available at more than 800 nationwide maintenance locations. Drivers are paid weekly at $27 per hour and are expected to work 40 or more hours per week. The schedule is Monday through Thursday, with a PM dispatch start. The posting also offers paid training and a sign-on bonus paid in two installments: $750 at 30 days and $750 at 90 days. The position includes medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days; PTO accrual beginning on the first day, with up to 80 hours accrued in the first year; uniforms, a cell phone, and a boot allowance; access to a 401(k) rollover with company match after one year; paid maternity leave subject to eligibility criteria; and employee discounts. The posting emphasizes driver safety autonomy and support from Ryder throughout the driving career.

Requirements

Be at least 21 years of age.
Pass a Ryder drug test.
Pass a Ryder background and motor vehicle 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.
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.
Be able to drive manual transmissions.

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.
Load or unload freight, or assist with loading or unloading if required by the customer.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Weekly pay
Sign-on bonus of $750 at 30 days and $750 at 90 days
Paid training
Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days
PTO accrual starting Day 1, with up to 80 hours accrued in the first year
Uniforms, cell phone, and boot allowance
401(k) rollover availability and company match after one year
12 weeks of paid maternity leave, subject to specific eligibility criteria, including work tenure
Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, technology, and more
Referral bonuses up to $1,500 for every hired driver