Part Time Class A Truck Driver

Ryder • Houston, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL Truck Driver in Houston, TX. This part-time position involves solo deliveries to TX, LA, MS, AR, and OK. Drivers will operate Day Cab and Sleeper tractors, requiring the ability to drive a manual transmission, and will pull 48' - 53' Dry Van trailers equipped with Lift Gates. The freight consists of touch automotive parts, handled with Electric Pallet Jacks and Lift Gates. The role requires a Hazmat endorsement at the time of interview, 9-12 months of Hazmat experience, 12 months of CDL A driving experience, and route delivery experience. Uniforms and a boot allowance are provided. Ryder emphasizes driver safety and autonomy in decision-making. The company offers paid training and unlimited referral bonuses for hired drivers. Ryder also supports drivers interested in becoming Company Drivers by assisting with truck purchases.

Requirements

• Minimum 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 3 years
• Pass a DOT physical
• Pass a Ryder road test
• Provide appropriate CDL and endorsements for the position
• Must have Class A verifiable experience in a tractor trailer or comparable vehicle: 9 months experience within the past 3 years, OR 2 years experience within the last 5 years, OR 5 years experience within the last 10 years
• Ability to follow written and/or oral instructions
• Ability to read, interpret and apply laws, rules, regulations policies and/or procedures
• Must be able to drive a manual
• Hazmat Endorsement - At Time of Interview
• 9-12 Months Hazmat Experience
• 12 Months of CDL A experience driving
• Route delivery experience required

Responsibilities

• Safely driving a commercial vehicle
• Compliance with safety & DOT Regulations
• Continuous training
• Customer service
• Ensuring compliance with applicable federal and/or state laws, regulations, and/or agency rules, standards and guidelines
• Detecting and eliminating or minimizing safety hazards
• Maintaining accurate records and logs
• Loading/Unloading freight or assisting in the loading/unloading of freight if required by customer
• Other tasks as assigned

Benefits

• Paid Training
• Uniforms & boot allowance provided
• Unlimited referral bonuses for hired drivers

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees