Truck Driver CDL A Regional Solo

Ryder•Harvard, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a solo regional Class A CDL truck driver in Harvard, Illinois. The driver delivers hardware supplies on varying regional routes, operating a day cab tractor with a 31'–53' dry van trailer. Freight involves touch handling. Drivers work Monday through Friday, with occasional weekends, and available AM or PM start shifts. The role requires 50 or more hours per week and includes overnight stays in Ryder-booked hotels. Travel time is paid at $27 per hour, and paid training is provided. Average weekly pay is $1,730, with top earners able to make up to $2,000 per week. A Hazmat endorsement must be obtained within 90 days of hire; Ryder provides training and reimburses the cost.

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 and 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.
Obtain a Hazmat endorsement within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with applicable federal and/or state laws, regulations, 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

Weekly pay; average weekly earnings of $1,730 and top earners can make up to $2,000 per week.
Sign-on bonus of $2,500 at 30 days and $2,500 at 90 days.
Loyalty bonus of $1,500 at 6 months and $1,500 at 1 year.
Paid training.
Medical, dental, and vision benefits after 30 days.
PTO accrual starting on Day 1, with up to 80 hours accrued in the first year.
Uniforms, cell phone allowance, and boot allowance.
401(k) rollover option and company match after 1 year.
12 weeks of paid maternity leave, subject to eligibility criteria including work tenure.
Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, technology, and more.
Reimbursement for the cost of obtaining endorsements, with training provided.
Referral bonuses of up to $1,500 for every hired driver, with unlimited bonuses.