Truck Driver CDL A Home Daily

Ryder • Albany, NY

12d

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL truck driver in Albany, New York. This is a local, home-daily route delivering electrical products to Guilderland, Rochester, and Elmira. Drivers operate solo in a day-cab tractor with a 53-foot dry-van trailer and handle touch freight. The equipment used includes an electric pallet jack; Ryder provides training on all equipment needed for the role.

The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., with 60 or more hours per week. The position pays weekly, with an average of $1,300 per 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.

Drivers are empowered to make safety decisions, with job protection for those decisions. Ryder describes its driving roles as supported careers, with assistance during transitions and throughout employment. The company also highlights its community of logistics employees, including Military Reservists and Veterans.

Requirements

• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Pass a Ryder drug test.
• Pass Ryder background and motor vehicle checks, 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.
• Some positions may require additional screening, such as employment and education verification, motor vehicle records checks, a road test, or customer badging or background requirements.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with applicable federal and/or state laws, regulations, and 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 if required by the customer.
• Perform other duties 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.
• Uniform, cell phone, and boot allowances.
• 401(k) rollover option and company match after 1 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.

What This Job Offers

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