Truck Driver CDL A Solo

Ryder•Omaha, NE

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL solo truck driver based in Omaha, Nebraska. The role delivers hardware freight regionally to Nebraska, Kansas, Michigan, Illinois, and Missouri. Drivers use a sleeper tractor and a 31–53-foot dry van, sometimes with a liftgate; the freight involves touch service. Ryder provides training on required equipment, including the electric pallet jack. A hazmat endorsement must be obtained within 90 days of hire; Ryder reimburses the cost and provides training. The schedule is Tuesday through Friday, with a 4:00 AM start time and an average dispatch window. Compensation includes mileage pay, stop pay, per diem, weekly pay, and loyalty bonuses. Ryder describes its trucks as well-maintained, safe, and 36 months old or newer, with 24/7 roadside maintenance and fueling available at more than 800 nationwide maintenance locations. The position includes medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days; PTO accrual starting on the first day; and other listed benefits and allowances. Drivers are expected to make safety decisions and perform the responsibilities described in the posting.

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 and 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 meeting one of these thresholds: 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 hazmat endorsement within 90 days of hire.

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
Loyalty bonus of $2,500 at 6 months and $2,500 at 1 year
Per diem pay of $50 per night
Paid training
Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days
PTO accrual starting on Day 1, with up to 80 hours accrued in the first year
Uniforms, cell phone, and boot allowance
401(k) rollover availability and company match at 1 year
12 weeks of paid maternity leave, subject to eligibility criteria including work tenure
Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, technology, and more
Reimbursement for the cost of obtaining endorsements and endorsement training
Referral bonuses of up to $1,500 for every hired driver, with unlimited bonuses