Truck Driver CDL A Solo

Ryder•Rochester, NY

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL solo truck driver based in Rochester, New York. The driver delivers freight across North Dakota, Texas, states east of those areas, and Canada. Routes use sleeper tractors with APUs and dry van or Conestoga trailers. Freight includes commercial and residential garage doors; the work involves load securement by strapping and touch freight, with driver assistance on dry van loads. Drivers are home every other week. Ryder provides well-maintained trucks that are 36 months old or newer, 24/7 roadside maintenance, and fueling at more than 800 nationwide maintenance locations. The position offers weekly pay averaging $1,950, quarterly safety bonuses, sign-on bonuses, and paid training. Drivers are empowered to make safety decisions, with job protection for those decisions. Ryder also describes support for company drivers transitioning from owner-operator trucks 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 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.

Nice To Haves

Experience with the listed driving position is preferred.

Responsibilities

Deliver freight on assigned routes across North Dakota, Texas, states east of those areas, and Canada.
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 or unload freight, or assist with loading and unloading when required by the customer.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Weekly pay averaging $1,950.
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 starting 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 each hired driver.