Truck Driver CDL A Solo Regional

Ryder•Columbus, OH

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL solo regional truck driver based in Columbus, Ohio. The role delivers freight to all states east of the Mississippi River, using a tractor and dry van trailer. Freight involves driver assistance with garage doors. The position pays weekly, with average earnings of $2,000 per week and $100,000–$105,000 per year, and includes a $5,000 retention bonus, paid training, and benefits. The schedule is Sunday through Friday, with dispatch between 7:00 AM and 8:00 AM and a Sunday evening load pickup. Drivers operate well-maintained automatic sleeper tractors, model year 2023 or 2024, equipped with refrigerators, inverters, microwaves, Tri-pac units, and outward-facing cameras. Trucks are 36 months old or newer, with 24/7 roadside maintenance and fueling available at more than 800 nationwide maintenance locations. Trailers are 48- or 53-foot dry vans. Ryder describes its company-driver role as offering autonomy on the road and support behind the scenes, including support during the transition from owner-operator work. Drivers are responsible for safety decisions, and the posting states that their jobs are protected when making those decisions.

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 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.
Some positions may require additional employment and education verification, motor vehicle records checks, road tests, or customer badging or background requirements.

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with applicable federal and/or state laws, regulations, and 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.
$5,000 retention bonus, with the first $2,000 paid after one week.
Paid training.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days.
Paid time off starting on 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 eligibility criteria including work tenure.
Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, technology, and more.
Referral bonuses of up to $1,500 for every hired driver, with unlimited bonuses.