Truck Driver CDL A Solo

Ryder•Hartford, CT

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a solo Class A CDL truck driver based in Hartford, Connecticut. The role involves delivering freight across North Dakota, Texas, and all states east, as well as Canada. Drivers operate sleeper tractors with APUs and haul dry van and Conestoga trailers. Freight includes commercial and residential garage doors; dry van loads may require driver-assisted touch freight. Drivers are responsible for load securement using straps. Drivers are home every other week. Ryder provides well-maintained trucks that are 36 months old or newer, 24/7 roadside maintenance, and fueling at more than 800 nationwide maintenance locations. The position offers weekly pay, paid training, safety and sign-on bonuses, and a range of benefits. Drivers are expected to make safety decisions and may bring a companion and/or pet on the road.

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 and 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: 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.
Some positions may require additional screening, such as employment and education verification, motor vehicle records checks, road tests, customer badging, or additional background requirements.

Nice To Haves

Experience with the position is preferred.

Responsibilities

Deliver freight solo to destinations across North Dakota, Texas, all states east, and Canada.
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 and unloading when required by the customer.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Weekly pay averaging $1,950.
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 starting on Day 1, with up to 80 hours accrued in the first year.
Uniform, cell phone, and boot allowances.
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.
Companion policy allowing a person and/or pet to accompany the driver on the road.