Truck Driver CDL A Solo

Ryder•Dubuque, IA

12d

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL solo truck driver in Dubuque, Iowa, to deliver freight on consistent regional routes to Illinois, Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky, Colorado, Kansas, Missouri, and Minnesota. The position uses 2023 International sleeper tractors and 53-foot dry van trailers, hauling touch freight consisting of lightweight clothing. Drivers are home weekly and average three nights out per week, with a dispatch window from 3:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Average drivers earn $1,700–$1,900 or more per week and $95,000 or more per year. Pay includes $0.65 per mile and $25 per stop. The job also offers a $2,500 sign-on bonus, per diem for each night out, and paid training. Ryder describes the role as a company-driver position, 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 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.
Some positions may require additional screening, which may include employment and education verification, a motor vehicle records check and road test, and/or customer badging or background requirements.

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

Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days.
PTO accrued 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 every hired driver, with unlimited bonuses.
$2,500 sign-on bonus.
Per diem pay for each night out.
Paid training.