Truck Driver CDL A Solo Regional

Ryder•North Mankato, MN

18d

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL solo regional truck driver based in Mankato, Minnesota. Drivers deliver retail hardware supplies to Minnesota, South Dakota, North Dakota, Nebraska, and Illinois. The role averages 2,000 or more miles and 15 stops per week, with 50 or more hours of work weekly. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with start times between 3:00 AM and 5:00 AM and one to two overnight stays per week. Drivers operate sleeper tractors and 32-foot, 48-foot, or 53-foot dry vans, and sometimes 48-foot or 53-foot reefers. Freight handling is touch freight; equipment includes a manual pallet jack and lift gates. Ryder provides training on necessary equipment and paid training. Drivers earn $0.64 per mile, $25.75 per stop, and $50 per diem per night. Ryder states that drivers on this account earn $1,770 or more weekly and are paid weekly. Trucks are described as well-maintained, safe, and 36 months old or newer, with 24/7 roadside maintenance and fueling at more than 800 nationwide maintenance locations. A Hazmat endorsement is required within 90 days of hire; Ryder reimburses the cost and provides training support. The position includes medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days; PTO accrual beginning on day one, up to 80 hours in the first year; uniforms, a cell phone, 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 referral bonuses.

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.
Obtain a Hazmat endorsement within 90 days of hire.
Some positions may require additional employment or education verification, a motor vehicle records check, a road test, and/or customer badging or background requirements.

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance 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 on day one, up to 80 hours accrued in the first year.
Uniforms, a cell phone, and a boot allowance.
401(k) rollover option 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.
Hazmat endorsement cost reimbursement and training support.
Referral bonuses of up to $1,500 for every hired driver, with unlimited bonuses.