Truck Driver CDL A Solo Regional Flex

Ryder•Portland, ME

15h•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL truck driver in Portland, Maine. The driver delivers solo on Northeast regional routes, with trips out for up to one week, and may cover multiple Ryder accounts. Hours and dispatch start times vary; the role averages $1,900 per week and pays weekly. Compensation includes travel pay and mileage reimbursement of $0.76 after 50 miles and $69 per night in per diem. Paid training is provided, and Ryder trains drivers on the equipment needed for the role. Drivers may operate sleeper tractors, day cabs, and 26-foot straight trucks with dry van, reefer, or flatbed trailers. Freight handling is touch freight and varies; loading or unloading may be required by the customer. Equipment includes electric and manual pallet jacks. Ryder provides well-maintained trucks that are 36 months old or newer, 24/7 roadside maintenance, and fueling at more than 800 nationwide maintenance locations. Ryder describes the position as offering autonomy on the road with support during the transition to company driving and throughout a driver's career. Drivers are empowered to make safety decisions, and the company states that their jobs are protected when doing so.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age.
Must pass a Ryder drug test, background check, and motor vehicle check, including verification of drug and alcohol records from previous employers for the last three years.
Must pass a DOT physical and Ryder road test.
Must provide the appropriate CDL and endorsements for the position.
Must 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.
Ability to follow written and/or oral instructions.
Ability to read, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, and/or procedures.
Some positions may require additional screening, including employment and education verification, motor vehicle records check, road test, and/or customer badging or background requirements.

Responsibilities

Deliver freight solo on Northeast regional routes, with trips out for up to one week and coverage of multiple Ryder accounts.
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 or unload freight, or assist with loading or 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 Day 1, with up to 80 hours accrued in the first year.
Uniform, cell phone, and boot allowances.
401(k) rollover availability and company match after one year.
12 weeks of paid maternity leave, subject to specific eligibility criteria, including work tenure.
Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, technology, and more.
Paid training.
Weekly pay.
Travel pay and mileage reimbursement of $0.76 after 50 miles.
Per diem pay of $69 per night.
Referral bonuses of up to $1,500 for every hired driver, with unlimited bonuses.