Truck Driver Class A Solo

Ryder•Rochester, NY

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL solo truck driver based in Rochester, New York. The position pays weekly, with an advertised average of $1,950 per week, a quarterly safety bonus, sign-on bonuses, and paid training. Drivers deliver freight across the stated territory, from North Dakota to Texas and all states east, as well as Canada. Routes use sleeper tractors with APUs and dry van or Conestoga trailers. The work includes load securement by strapping and touch freight; drivers assist with dry van loads. Freight includes commercial and residential garage doors, and drivers are home every other week. Ryder states that its drivers operate well-maintained trucks that are 36 months old or newer, with 24/7 roadside maintenance and fueling at more than 800 nationwide maintenance locations. Drivers are described as having autonomy to make safety decisions, with support from the company. A companion policy allows a person and/or pet to travel with the driver. The role includes the responsibilities listed below and requires a valid Class A CDL and qualifying tractor-trailer or comparable-vehicle experience.

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.

Nice To Haves

Experience with the listed work is preferred.

Responsibilities

Comply 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 when required by the customer.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Weekly pay; advertised average of $1,950 per week.
Quarterly safety bonus of $250.
Sign-on bonuses of $1,500 at 30 days and $1,500 at 90 days.
Paid training.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days.
PTO accrual starting on Day 1, up to 80 hours accrued in the first year.
Uniforms, cell phone, and boot allowance provided.
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.
Referral bonuses of up to $1,500 for every hired driver, with unlimited bonuses.