Regional Hazmat Class A Truck Driver

Ryder•Houston, TX

2d•$90,000 - $100,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL Truck Driver in Houston, TX, offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a driving career you can feel good about. This regional position involves SOLO deliveries to TX, LA, MS, AR, OK, with 1 to 2 nights out per week. The driver will operate a Day Cab and Sleeper tractor, driving a manual transmission, and pulling a 48'-53' Dry Van with a Lift Gate. Freight consists of touch freight - Automotive Parts, and requires route delivery experience. Ryder emphasizes upfront communication about pay, routes, and schedules to ensure drivers feel confident joining the team. They also offer support for those considering becoming a Company Driver, including purchasing their truck. Ryder fosters a community of proud logistics professionals, including Military Reservists and Veterans, and is committed to a culture of respect, collaboration, and innovation rooted in safety.

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
Hazmat Endorsement Required
Route delivery experience required
Must be able to drive a manual transmission

Responsibilities

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
Performs other duties as assigned

Benefits

Weekly pay
Medical, Dental & Vision after 30 days
Earn PTO starting Day 1. Up to 80 hours accrued in 1st year
Uniforms & boot allowance provided
401(k) rollover available now + company match at 1 year
12 weeks paid maternity leave (subject to specific eligibility criteria, including work tenure)
Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, tech & more
Paid Training
$5000 loyalty bonus paid out over 6 months with the first payment at 30 days
Unlimited referral bonuses for hired drivers