Truck Driver CDL A Solo

Ryder•Rockford, IL

8d•$101,400

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a solo Class A CDL truck driver based in Rockford, Illinois, to deliver freight across 48 states. The role transports commercial and residential garage doors in sleepers with APUs, using dry van and Conestoga trailers. Freight is touch freight, and hand unloading is required. Load securement is by strapping. A passport is required within 90 days of hire. The position pays weekly, with solo mileage pay of $0.70 per mile for 2,000–2,500 miles per week and stop pay of $30.01 per stop for 8–10 stops per week. The posting states earnings of $1,950 or more per week, a quarterly safety bonus of $250, and a sign-on bonus paid as $1,500 at 30 days and $1,500 at 90 days. Paid training is provided. Drivers operate trucks that are 36 months old or newer, with 24/7 roadside maintenance and fueling available at more than 800 nationwide maintenance locations. A companion policy allows drivers to bring a person and/or pet on the road. The company describes the role as providing autonomy on the road with support during the transition and throughout the driver's 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 3 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.
Obtain a passport within 90 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

Experience with dry van and Conestoga trailers is preferred.

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 or unload freight, or assist with loading or unloading when required by the customer.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days.
PTO 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 1 year.
12 weeks of paid maternity leave, subject to specific eligibility criteria including work tenure.
Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, technology, and more.
Quarterly safety bonus of $250.
Sign-on bonus of $1,500 at 30 days and $1,500 at 90 days.
Paid training.
Referral bonuses of up to $1,500 for every hired driver, with unlimited bonuses.