Truck Driver CDL A Regional Solo Hourly

Ryder•Worcester, MA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL truck driver for regional solo routes from Worcester, Massachusetts, delivering to New England states and the East Coast. Drivers may operate day cabs and sleepers, with the possibility of a 26-foot straight truck, and haul 48- to 53-foot flatbeds, dry vans, reefers, Conestogas, curtainsides, and containers. Freight may require touch or no-touch service. Ryder provides training on the equipment needed for the role, which may include a pallet jack, lift gate, rollers, or Moffett. Drivers operate trucks that are 36 months old or newer, with 24/7 roadside maintenance and fueling available at more than 800 nationwide maintenance locations. The role pays a $29.00 hourly base rate, with overtime after 40 hours and an additional $1 per hour for every three endorsements or certifications. The posting advertises average weekly pay of $2,000 or more, a $50 per diem per night, weekly pay, and a $1,000 annual tenure bonus. Top performers may earn more than $100,000 annually. Ryder describes its drivers as having autonomy to make safety decisions, with support from the company. The company also highlights career support, recognition, and a referral program offering unlimited bonuses of up to $1,500 for each hired driver.

Requirements

Be at least 21 years old.
Pass a Ryder drug test, background check, motor vehicle check, and DOT physical; pass a Ryder road test.
Provide the appropriate CDL and endorsements for the position; be willing to obtain endorsements.
Have verifiable Class A 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.
Employment and education verification, additional customer screening, motor vehicle records checks, road tests, or badging/background requirements may apply to some positions.

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days.
Paid time off accrual starting on Day 1, with up to 80 hours accrued in the first year.
Uniform, cell phone, and boot allowances.
401(k) rollover and company match after one year.
12 weeks of paid maternity leave, subject to eligibility criteria including work tenure.
Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, technology, and more.
Weekly pay.
$50 per diem per night.
$1,000 annual tenure bonus.
Referral bonuses of up to $1,500 per hired driver.
24/7 roadside maintenance support.