Truck Driver CDL A Solo Regional

Ryder • Tampa, FL

21d • Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL solo regional truck driver based in Tampa, Florida. The driver delivers general freight to Florida, Georgia, and Alabama, servicing different accounts. Routes may involve touch and no-touch freight, and equipment may include a 26-foot box truck, 53-foot dry van, and flatbed. Drivers must be able to drive a manual transmission and may use a day cab or sleeper tractor. Paid training is provided.

The position pays $25.00 per hour, with 45 or more hours per week and a stated weekly pay of $1,700 or more. Pay is issued weekly, and drivers receive $50 per night out as per diem. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with occasional weekends; shifts may be AM some weeks and PM other weeks depending on the account. 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. Drivers are responsible for making safety decisions, with job protection for those decisions.

Requirements

• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Pass a Ryder drug test.
• Pass a Ryder background and motor vehicle check, including verification of drug and alcohol history with 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 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.
• Be able to drive a manual transmission.

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

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days.
• PTO accrual starting Day 1, with up to 80 hours accrued in the first year.
• Uniforms and boot allowance provided.
• 401(k) rollover available 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.
• Paid training.
• $50 per night out in per diem.
• Driver referral bonuses of up to $1,500 for every hired driver, with unlimited bonuses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed