Truck Driver CDL A Solo Regional

Ryder • Lakeland, FL

21d

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL truck driver for a solo regional position based in Lakeland, Florida. This is a 75% traveling position, with routes depending on the location covered. Drivers are paid weekly, with a weekly guarantee of $1,500 and an hourly rate of $25.00. Days will vary, and hotels are provided. Ryder provides paid training and training on all equipment needed for the job.

The role uses a single-axle day cab and demountable equipment to transport no-touch furniture freight in box containers that attach to a 53-foot rail. Drivers operate well-maintained trucks that are 36 months old or newer, with 24/7 roadside maintenance and access to fueling at more than 800 nationwide maintenance locations.

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days; PTO beginning on the first day, with up to 80 hours accrued in the first year; uniforms and cell phone and boot allowances; a 401(k) rollover option and company match after one year; and 12 weeks of paid maternity leave subject to eligibility criteria. Employee discounts and driver referral bonuses are also offered. The job emphasizes driver safety decisions and support throughout a driving career.

Requirements

• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Pass a Ryder drug test, background check, and motor vehicle check, including drug and alcohol verification from previous employers for the last three years.
• Pass a DOT physical and 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.
• Some assignments may require additional screening, such as employment and education verification, motor vehicle records checks, road testing, or customer badging or background requirements.

Responsibilities

• Comply with applicable federal and 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 when required by the customer.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Weekly pay and a $1,500 weekly guarantee
• $25.00 hourly pay
• Hotels provided for travel
• Paid training
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days
• PTO starting on Day 1, with up to 80 hours accrued in the first year
• Uniform, cell phone, and boot allowances
• 401(k) rollover available and company match after one year
• 12 weeks of paid maternity leave, subject to eligibility criteria
• Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, technology, and more
• Driver referral bonuses up to $1,500 for every hired driver

What This Job Offers

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