Truck Driver CDL A Home Daily Solo

Ryder•Bradenton, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL truck driver in Bradenton, Florida. This is a temporary position from September through March, with potential to become full time. Drivers are paid weekly, with pay based on mileage and stops and paid training. The advertised pay is $1,250–$1,300 or more per week. Start times are between 2:00 AM and 5:00 AM, Monday through Friday. The driver delivers solo on a Florida route. The route is mostly home daily, though occasional layovers may occur. The position uses an automatic day cab tractor and a 53-foot dry van trailer. Freight consists of retail products and involves heavy touch. A manual pallet jack is used. 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. Ryder describes its drivers as having autonomy to make safety decisions and provides support behind the scenes. Uniforms and a boot allowance are provided, and employee discounts are available on tools, vehicles, travel, technology, and more. A referral program offers unlimited bonuses of up to $1,500 for every hired driver.

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 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.

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.