Truck Driver CDL A Solo Regional

Ryder • HANOVER, MD

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL solo regional truck driver in Hanover, Maryland. The role delivers food freight to restaurants and stores across states east of Texas through Nebraska. Drivers operate a sleeper tractor with a 48- or 53-foot reefer trailer and handle touch freight, including loading and unloading or assisting with those tasks when required by the customer. Ryder provides training on required equipment and operates trucks that are 36 months old or newer, with 24/7 roadside maintenance and fueling at more than 800 nationwide maintenance locations.

The position averages 50 or more hours per week, with a 6:00 a.m. dispatch window. Dispatch may occur any day of the week, but is mostly Sunday or Monday. Pay is weekly and includes $0.72 per solo mile for 2,200–2,400 miles per week, $36.05 per solo stop for 4–16 stops per week, and $51.50 per diem per night. The posting states average weekly pay of $2,100 and includes paid training.

Drivers are expected to make safety decisions and comply with applicable laws and regulations. Ryder offers medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days, PTO accrual starting on the first day, uniforms, a cell phone and boot allowance, a 401(k) rollover option with company match after one year, paid maternity leave subject to eligibility criteria, and employee discounts. The role also includes a driver referral bonus opportunity.

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.
• Be able to follow written and/or oral instructions.
• Be able to read, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, and/or procedures.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with applicable federal and/or state laws, regulations, agency rules, standards, and guidelines.
• Detect, eliminate, or minimize safety hazards.
• Maintain accurate records and logs.
• Load and unload freight, or assist with loading and unloading if 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, cell phone, and boot allowance provided.
• 401(k) rollover available, with 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.
• 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