Truck Driver CDL A Solo

Ryder • Fort Worth, TX

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About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL solo truck driver in Fort Worth, Texas. The role pays weekly, with a daily guarantee of $375 if available to work, and advertised pay of $1,875 or more per week. Drivers average 60–65 hours per week, with a start time that varies by account. The schedule is Monday through Friday, and drivers must be willing to be out for up to two weeks at a time. Routes vary and cover Texas and surrounding states. Freight may be touch or no-touch, or involve live loading and unloading, depending on the account. Ryder provides training on the equipment needed for the role and operates well-maintained trucks that are 36 months old or newer, with 24/7 roadside maintenance and fueling at more than 800 nationwide maintenance locations.

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days; PTO accrual starting on the first day, with up to 80 hours accrued 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 make safety decisions, and their jobs are protected when doing so. The role also offers a referral program with unlimited bonuses up to $1,500 for each hired driver.

Requirements

• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Pass a Ryder drug test, background check, and motor vehicle check, including drug and alcohol verification from previous employers for the last three years.
• Pass a DOT physical and 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.
• Be willing to be out for up to two weeks at a time.

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 Day 1, with up to 80 hours accrued in the first year.
• Uniform, cell phone, and boot allowances.
• 401(k) rollover available and company match after one year.
• 12 weeks of paid maternity leave, subject to eligibility criteria.
• Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, technology, and more.
• Referral bonuses of up to $1,500 for every hired driver.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed