Truck Driver CDL A Solo Hourly

Ryder•Orlando, FL

1d•Remote

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL Truck Driver in Orlando, FL — offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a driving career you can feel good about. This position offers a $1260 Weekly Guarantee, with hourly pay at $25.50 per hour. Overtime is paid after 40 hours, with approximately 40+ hours per week. Drivers will receive $50.00 per night for per diem pay and Ryder booked hotels for overnights. Paid training is provided. The schedule is Monday - Friday, with a start time around 6:00 AM. Drivers will deliver SOLO to FL and locations throughout the Eastern US, being away from home up to 85% of the time. The tractor type is a mixture of Sleeper Tractors with 53ft Trailers & 26' Straight Trucks. Ryder will train you on all equipment needed to be successful. One year of Dry Van experience is required. Freight involves Touch/Driver Assist - HVAC, utilizing a Manual Pallet Jack and Lift Gate. Ryder Drivers operate well-maintained, safe trucks, 36 months or newer with 24/7 Roadside Maintenance and fueling at over 800 nationwide maintenance locations. Ryder emphasizes respect for driver talent and experience, being upfront about pay, routes, and schedules. Drivers are considered the Captain, making safety decisions with job protection. Ryder also offers autonomy on the road with support behind the scenes, including assistance for owner operators transitioning to company driver roles. Ryder is a community that values contribution, recognition, and growth, including support for Military Reservists and Veterans. They offer a referral bonus program for hired drivers.

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
1 year Dry Van experience Required

Nice To Haves

Some positions require additional screening that may include employment and education verification; motor vehicle records check and a road test; and/or badging or background requirements of the customer to which you are assigned.

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
Excellent benefits
$1260 Weekly Guarantee
Hourly Pay: $25.50 Per Hour
Overtime Paid After 40 Hours
Per Diem Pay: $50.00 per night
Overnights for Route in Ryder Booked Hotel
Paid Training
Medical, Dental & Vision after 30 days
Earn PTO starting Day 1. Up to 80 hours accrued in 1st year
Uniforms, cell phone & boot allowance provided
Drivers are the Captain — you make safety decisions, and your job is protected
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
Refer and get rewarded with unlimited bonuses up to $1,500 for every hired Driver