Truck Driver CDL A Local

Ryder•Fort Wayne, IN

20d•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a local Class A CDL truck driver in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The driver delivers auto parts on solo routes within 500–600 miles and is home daily. Freight is no-touch, using a day cab and a 53-foot dry van. Strong backing skills are required. The schedule is Monday through Friday or Tuesday through Saturday, with an AM or PM start time depending on the bid system. Drivers are paid weekly, with a weekly guarantee of $1,415. Additional pay may include per-mile, per-stop, and drop-and-hook pay, as well as sign-on, shutdown, and safety bonuses. 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. The company describes the role as offering autonomy on the road with support during the transition and throughout a driver's career.

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 and a Ryder road test.
Provide the appropriate CDL and endorsements for the position.
Have Class A verifiable tractor-trailer or comparable vehicle experience meeting one of these thresholds: 9 months within the past 3 years, 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.
Have strong backing skills.

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 or unload freight, or assist with loading or 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.
Uniforms and boot allowance.
401(k) rollover availability 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.
Weekly pay and a weekly guarantee of $1,415.
Sign-on bonus of $1,000 at 30 days and $1,000 at 90 days.
Shutdown bonus of $2,000 in two installments during the first year.
Safety bonus of up to $250 per quarter, if applicable.
Referral bonuses of up to $1,500 for every hired driver, with unlimited bonuses.