Truck Driver CDL A Yard Spotter

Ryder • Erlanger, KY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL Truck Driver for a local yard-driving position in Erlanger, Kentucky. The role primarily involves safely handling and maneuvering tractor trailers in the yard and within an area on public roads. Drivers operate day cab tractors and yard trucks, hauling no-touch dry-van freight consisting of candy and gums. Ryder describes its trucks as well-maintained and safe, 36 months old or newer, with 24/7 roadside maintenance and fueling available at more than 800 nationwide maintenance locations.

The position pays $31.00 per hour, with weekly pay and an advertised amount of $1,612 or more per week based on 48 hours per week. Paid training is provided. The schedule is Sunday through Wednesday, from 5:00 PM to 5:00 AM.

The role requires compliance with safety and DOT regulations, ongoing training, and customer service. Drivers are expected to make safety decisions, detect and minimize hazards, maintain accurate records and logs, and maintain accurate move and yard inventory records. Other tasks may be assigned.

Ryder offers 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, a cell phone, and a boot allowance; a 401(k) rollover option and company match after one year; paid maternity leave subject to eligibility criteria; employee discounts; and driver referral bonuses. Ryder states that it is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

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 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.
• Be able to follow written and/or oral instructions.
• Be able to read, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, and/or procedures.

Responsibilities

• Safely handle and maneuver tractor trailers on the yard and within an area on public roads.
• Comply with safety and DOT regulations and participate in continuous training.
• 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 accrual starting on 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 specific eligibility criteria, including work tenure.
• Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, technology, and more.
• Driver referral bonuses of up to $1,500 for each hired driver, with unlimited bonuses.

What This Job Offers

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