Truck Driver CDL A Local Home Daily

Ryder•Normal, IL

26d•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL Truck Driver in Normal, Illinois. This local, home-daily position involves solo shuttle runs between facilities, transporting auto parts in a 48- or 53-foot dry van with no-touch freight. Drivers operate day-cab tractors that are 36 months old or newer. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with weekend work during peak periods, and a 6:00 p.m. start time. Drivers work 50 or more hours per week. Pay is weekly, with an hourly rate of $29 plus $1 per hour shift pay; the posting states earnings of $1,875 or more per week. Additional compensation includes quarterly safety bonuses and a sign-on bonus paid in two installments. Paid training is provided. Ryder provides well-maintained trucks, 24/7 roadside maintenance, and fueling at more than 800 nationwide maintenance locations. The company describes its drivers as having autonomy to make safety decisions, with support during the transition to company driving and throughout their careers.

Requirements

Be at least 21 years of age.
Pass a Ryder drug test.
Pass a Ryder background and motor vehicle check, including verification of drug and alcohol history 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 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.

Responsibilities

Comply with applicable federal and state laws, regulations, agency rules, standards, and guidelines.
Detect, eliminate, or minimize safety hazards.
Maintain accurate records and logs.
Load or unload freight, or assist with loading or unloading when required by the customer.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Weekly pay
Quarterly safety bonus of $250
Sign-on bonus of $1,500 at 30 days and $1,500 at 90 days
Paid training
Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days
Paid time off accrued starting on day one, with up to 80 hours accrued in the first year
Boot allowance
401(k) rollover option and company match after one year
12 weeks of paid maternity leave, subject to eligibility criteria including work tenure
Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, technology, and more
24/7 roadside maintenance