Truck Driver Home Daily Solo Class C

Ryder • Grand Rapids, MI

5d

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a non-CDL Class C Driver in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This is a solo, dedicated-route driving position with daily home time. Drivers operate a straight truck on routes in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and Ohio, transporting auto parts. Freight handling is touch freight; the driver may load or unload freight or assist with loading and unloading if required by the customer. The truck equipment includes a pallet jack and liftgate, and Ryder provides training on the equipment needed for the role.

The schedule is Monday through Friday, with dispatch beginning at 5:30 a.m. The posting lists 53 hours per week and average weekly pay of $1,296. Ryder states that its trucks are well-maintained and safe, are 36 months old or newer, and are supported by 24/7 roadside maintenance and fueling at more than 800 nationwide maintenance locations. Drivers are responsible for safe vehicle operation, following applicable regulations and procedures, identifying and minimizing hazards, keeping accurate records, and providing customer service.

Ryder describes the role as a company-driver position, with support during the transition and throughout the driver's career. The position does not require operating CDL-regulated equipment. Applicants who hold a CDL remain subject to applicable FMCSA requirements, including a pre-employment Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse query.

Requirements

• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Have a valid driver’s license; a chauffeur license is required for this position.
• Have verifiable driving experience, including experience in like equipment for a straight-truck or box-truck position: six months in the past three years, or two years within the last five years, or five years within the last ten years.
• 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.
• Be able to follow written and/or oral instructions.
• Be able to read, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, and/or procedures.

Responsibilities

• Safely drive a vehicle while complying with safety regulations and participating in continuous training and customer service.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal and state laws, regulations, agency rules, standards, and guidelines.
• Detect and eliminate or minimize safety hazards.
• Maintain accurate records.
• Load or unload freight, or assist with loading and unloading, if required by the customer.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days.
• Paid time off accrued starting on Day 1, with up to 80 hours accrued in the first year.
• Uniform allowance.
• 401(k) rollover availability 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.
• Referral bonuses of up to $1,500 for each hired driver, with unlimited bonuses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed