Truck Driver CDL B Daily Solo

Ryder•Sparks, NV

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Class B heavy-touch CDL truck driver in Sparks, Nevada. The position operates a local route in Nevada and surrounding areas, delivering medical supplies using a 26-foot straight truck. The driver works independently and may load and unload freight or assist with those tasks as required by the customer. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with a start time between 4:00 and 7:00 a.m.; paid training is provided. The role is listed at 45 hours per week and pays $25.50 per hour, with weekly pay. Drivers use well-maintained trucks that are 36 months old or newer and have access to 24/7 roadside maintenance and fueling at more than 800 nationwide maintenance locations. Uniforms and a boot allowance are provided. Drivers are empowered to make safety decisions, and Ryder states that their jobs are protected when they do so. A TWIC card is preferred but not required; Ryder will reimburse for it. Ryder describes the role as part of a supportive company-driver team, with assistance during the transition from owner-operator trucks and throughout a driver’s career. The company highlights its logistics community, including military reservists and veterans, and offers referral bonuses for hired drivers.

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 and a Ryder road test.
Provide the appropriate CDL and endorsements for the position.
Have verifiable Class A or Class B experience in a tractor-trailer or comparable vehicle: 9 months within the past 3 years, or 2 years within the past 5 years, or 5 years within the past 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.

Nice To Haves

A TWIC card is preferred but not required; Ryder will reimburse for it.
Customer or patient experience is requested in the posting.

Responsibilities

Comply with applicable federal and state laws, regulations, 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 when required by the customer.
Perform other duties as assigned.