Truck Driver CDL A Solo Regional

Ryder • Hanover, MD

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About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL solo regional truck driver in Hanover, Maryland. Drivers deliver food to restaurants and stores across states east of Texas to Nebraska, using a sleeper tractor and 48- or 53-foot refrigerated trailers. The freight is touch freight. Ryder trains drivers on the equipment needed for the role, including electric pallet jacks, lift gates, and hand trucks.

The position averages $2,100 per week and pays weekly. Pay includes $0.72 per mile for 2,200–2,400 miles per week, $36.05 per stop for 4–16 stops per week, and $51.50 per night in per diem. Drivers work 50 or more hours per week. Dispatch may occur any day, mostly Sunday or Monday, with a 6:00 a.m. dispatch window. 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 its company-driver role as offering autonomy on the road and support during the transition and throughout a driver's career. Drivers are responsible for making safety decisions, and their jobs are protected when they do so. The company also highlights its logistics community, including Military Reservists and Veterans.

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, a motor vehicle records check and road test, and/or customer-specific badging or background requirements.

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.
• Paid time off accrual 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.
• Paid training.
• 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