Truck Driver CDL A Solo

Ryder•Akron, OH

10d

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL solo truck driver based in Akron, Ohio. The role delivers freight from North Dakota to Texas and all states east, as well as Canada. Drivers operate sleeper tractors with APUs and pull dry van and Conestoga trailers. Freight includes commercial and residential garage doors; dry van loads involve driver-assisted touch freight. Load securement uses strapping. Drivers are home every other week. Drivers operate well-maintained trucks that are 36 months old or newer, with 24/7 roadside maintenance and fueling available at more than 800 nationwide maintenance locations. Ryder describes the position as offering autonomy on the road and support throughout a driver's career. A companion policy allows drivers to bring a person and/or pet on the road.

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 tractor-trailer or comparable vehicle experience: 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.

Nice To Haves

Experience with dry van and Conestoga trailers is preferred.

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 if required by the customer.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Weekly pay; average weekly pay is $1,950.
Quarterly safety bonus of $250.
Sign-on bonus of $1,500 at 30 days and $1,500 at 90 days.
Paid training.
Medical, dental, and vision benefits 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.
Referral bonuses of up to $1,500 for each hired driver, with unlimited bonuses.
24/7 roadside maintenance.
Companion policy allowing a person and/or pet to travel with the driver.