Truck Driver CDL A Solo Hourly

Ryder•STATESVILLE, NC

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a solo Class A CDL truck driver based in Statesville, North Carolina, to deliver livestock feed to North Carolina, Virginia, Tennessee, South Carolina, and Georgia. The role pays $22.34 per hour, $0.49 per solo mile, and $22.34 per solo stop, with an advertised average of $1,200 per week based on 2,000 miles and 10 stops per week. Drivers are paid weekly, receive paid training, and are eligible for yearly pay increases. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with a start time between 4:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. Equipment includes a day-cab tractor and a 53-foot dry van and bulk feed trailer. Previous bulk experience is required. Ryder provides well-maintained trucks, 24/7 roadside maintenance, and fueling at more than 800 nationwide maintenance locations. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days; PTO accruing from the first day, with up to 80 hours accrued in the first year; uniforms, a cell phone, and a boot allowance; a 401(k) rollover option and company match after one year; paid maternity leave for up to 12 weeks subject to eligibility criteria; employee discounts; and driver referral bonuses. Drivers are empowered to make safety decisions, and Ryder describes its role as supporting company drivers during transitions and throughout their careers.

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.
Pass a Ryder road test.
Provide the appropriate CDL and endorsements for the position.
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.
Have previous bulk experience.
Be able to follow written and/or oral instructions.
Be able to read, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, and/or procedures.
Some positions may require additional employment or education verification, motor vehicle records checks, road tests, or customer badging or background requirements.

Responsibilities

Comply with applicable federal and 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
Paid training
Yearly pay increases
Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days
PTO accrual starting on Day 1, with up to 80 hours accrued in the first year
Uniforms, a cell phone, and a boot allowance
401(k) rollover available and company match after one year
Up to 12 weeks of paid maternity leave, subject to eligibility criteria
Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, technology, and more
Driver referral bonuses of up to $1,500 for every hired driver, with unlimited bonuses
24/7 roadside maintenance