Truck Driver CDL A Home Daily
About The Position
Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL Truck Driver in Amsterdam, New York. This is a local, home-daily driving role delivering solo to Boston, Massachusetts, and surrounding locations. Drivers work five days per week with two days off and must be willing to work at least one weekend day per week. Start times are flexible between 10:00 AM and 8:00 PM. Drivers are paid weekly, with solo miles paid at $0.72 per mile and an average of 2,100 miles per week; the posting states drivers on this account earn $1,300 or more weekly. Paid training is provided. The job uses day-cab automatic tractors and 53-foot dry van trailers. Freight consists of retail merchandise and is no-touch, with drop-and-hook routes. Ryder provides training on the required equipment and operates well-maintained trucks that are 36 months old or newer, with 24/7 roadside maintenance and fueling available at more than 800 nationwide maintenance locations. Ryder describes its drivers as company drivers who are supported on the road and behind the scenes, with autonomy to make safety decisions. The position includes medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days; PTO accrual beginning on Day 1, with up to 80 hours accrued in the first year; uniforms and a boot allowance; a 401(k) rollover option and company match after one year; 12 weeks of paid maternity leave subject to eligibility criteria; employee discounts; and a driver referral program offering unlimited bonuses of up to $1,500 per 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 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
- Comply with applicable federal and/or state laws, regulations, agency rules, standards, and guidelines.
- Detect, 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
- Weekly pay
- Paid training
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days
- PTO accrual starting Day 1, with up to 80 hours accrued in the first year
- Uniforms and boot allowance
- 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
- Unlimited driver referral bonuses of up to $1,500 for every hired driver
- 24/7 roadside maintenance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
