Truck Driver CDL A Yard Local

Ryder • Bloomfield, CT

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a CDL A Yard Hostler Truck Driver in Bloomfield, Connecticut. This local position is home daily and primarily involves safely handling and maneuvering tractor trailers on the yard and on nearby public roads. The role uses an Ottawa tractor and a 53-foot reefer trailer; freight is no-touch. Applicants must be able to accommodate an automatic restriction. Yard experience is a plus, and strong backing skills are required.

Pay is $25.75 per hour, with 42 hours per week and weekly pay of $1,107.25 or more. Paid training is provided. Two schedules are available: Wednesday 4 p.m.–10 p.m. and Thursday–Saturday 4 p.m.–4 a.m.; or Wednesday 5 p.m.–11 p.m. and Thursday–Saturday 5 p.m.–5 a.m.

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. Drivers are expected to comply with safety and DOT regulations, complete continuous training, and provide customer service. Ryder describes its drivers as making safety decisions and says their jobs are protected.

Ryder is an equal opportunity and drug-free workplace. Qualified applicants receive consideration without regard to protected characteristics.

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; the role is CDL Class A.
• 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.
• Have strong backing skills.
• Be able to accommodate an automatic restriction.
• Follow written and/or oral instructions.
• Read, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, and/or procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Yard experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Safely handle and maneuver tractor trailers on the yard and within an area on public roads.
• Comply with applicable safety and DOT regulations.
• Participate in continuous training and provide customer service.
• 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.
• Maintain accurate move and yard inventory records.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days.
• PTO accrued starting Day 1, with up to 80 hours accrued in the first year.
• Uniforms, cell phone, and boot allowance provided.
• 401(k) rollover available 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.
• Paid training.
• Weekly pay.
• 24/7 roadside maintenance.

What This Job Offers

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