Truck Driver CDL A Solo

Ryder•Richmond, VA

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a solo Class A CDL Truck Driver in Richmond, Virginia. Drivers average $1,950 per week, are paid weekly, and may receive a quarterly safety bonus and sign-on bonuses. Paid training is provided. The role delivers freight across North Dakota, Texas, and all states east, as well as Canada. Drivers operate sleeper tractors with APUs and pull dry van and Conestoga trailers. Freight includes commercial and residential garage doors; drivers secure loads with straps and assist with touch freight on dry van loads. Drivers are home every other week and may bring a companion and/or pet on the road. Ryder provides trucks that are 36 months old or newer, 24/7 roadside maintenance, and fueling at more than 800 nationwide maintenance locations. The position includes medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days; PTO accrual starting on day one; uniforms and cell phone and boot allowances; access to a 401(k) rollover and company match after one year; and 12 weeks of paid maternity leave subject to eligibility criteria. Employee discounts and driver referral bonuses are also available.

Requirements

Be at least 21 years of age.
Pass a Ryder drug test, background and motor vehicle checks, and 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: 9 months within the past 3 years, or 2 years within the past 5 years, or 5 years within the past 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.
Undergo any additional screening required for the position or customer assignment, which may include employment and education verification, motor vehicle records checks, road tests, and/or badging or background requirements.

Nice To Haves

Experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with applicable federal and 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

Weekly pay
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 on day one, with up to 80 hours accrued in the first year
Uniforms, cell phone, and boot allowance
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
Driver referral bonuses up to $1,500 for every hired driver