Truck Driver CDL A Solo

Ryder•Allentown, PA

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About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL solo truck driver based in Allentown, Pennsylvania. The driver delivers commercial and residential garage doors on routes from North Dakota to Texas and across states east of that area, as well as Canada. Freight includes dry van loads requiring driver assistance and load securement by strapping. The role uses sleeper tractors with APUs and dry van and Conestoga trailers; Conestoga experience is preferred. Drivers are home every other week and may bring a person and/or pet on the road. Trucks are described as well-maintained and safe, 36 months old or newer, with 24/7 roadside maintenance and fueling available at more than 800 nationwide maintenance locations. Ryder emphasizes driver autonomy in making safety decisions and provides support throughout a company-driving career.

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.

Nice To Haves

Conestoga trailer experience.

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

Average weekly pay of $1,950; drivers are paid weekly.
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 coverage after 30 days.
PTO accrual beginning on Day 1, with up to 80 hours accrued in the first year.
Uniforms, cell phone, and boot allowance provided.
401(k) rollover availability and 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.
Employee referral bonuses of up to $1,500 for each hired driver, with unlimited bonuses.
Companion policy allows bringing a person and/or pet on the road.