Truck Driver CDL A Solo

Ryder•Parkersburg, WV

1d•$1,950•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL solo truck driver based in Parkersburg, West Virginia. The driver delivers to all 48 states, driving a sleeper tractor with an APU and pulling dry van and Conestoga trailers. Freight consists of commercial and residential garage doors; loading securement requires strapping, and the freight requires touch hand unloading. The position offers weekly pay, paid training, a sign-on bonus, and a safety bonus. 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 a person and/or pet to accompany the driver. A passport endorsement is required within 90 days of hire. Pay includes $0.70 per solo mile, with 2,000–2,500 miles per week, and $30.01 per solo stop, with 8–10 stops per week. The posting advertises earnings of $1,950 or more per week. The sign-on bonus pays $1,500 at 30 days and $1,500 at 90 days; the quarterly safety bonus is $250. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days; PTO accrued starting on day one, up to 80 hours in the first year; uniforms, cell phone, and boot allowances; a 401(k) rollover option and company match after one year; 12 weeks of paid maternity leave subject to eligibility criteria; and employee discounts. Drivers are described as having autonomy to make safety decisions, with job protection for those decisions. Ryder also describes support for company drivers during transitions and throughout their careers.

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 tractor-trailer or comparable vehicle experience meeting one of these alternatives: 9 months within the past 3 years, 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 endorsement within 90 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

Class A CDL experience 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 and unload freight, or assist with loading and 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 one, up to 80 hours in the first year.
Uniform allowance.
Cell phone allowance.
Boot allowance.
401(k) rollover available 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.
Sign-on bonus of $1,500 at 30 days and $1,500 at 90 days.
Quarterly safety bonus of $250.
Paid training.
Referral bonuses of up to $1,500 for every hired driver, with unlimited bonuses.
24/7 roadside maintenance.
Drivers' safety decisions are supported and their jobs are protected.