Truck Driver CDL A Regional Solo

Ryder•Toledo, OH

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL solo regional truck driver based in Toledo, Ohio. The position delivers freight to all states east of the Mississippi River, primarily hauling dry van freight in 48- and 53-foot trailers. Freight may involve driver assistance with garage doors. Drivers operate 2023/2024 automatic sleeper tractors equipped with refrigerators, inverters, microwaves, Tri-pac units, and outward-facing cameras. Trucks are 36 months old or newer, with 24/7 roadside maintenance and fueling available at more than 800 nationwide maintenance locations. The schedule is Sunday through Friday, with dispatch between 7:00 and 8:00 a.m. and a Sunday evening load pickup. The role offers weekly pay, averaging $2,000 per week or $100,000–$105,000 per year, plus sign-on and loyalty bonuses. Paid training is provided. Ryder describes the company-driver role as offering autonomy on the road and company support during a career transition and throughout employment.

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.
Some positions may require additional screening, which may include employment and education verification, a motor vehicle records check, a road test, and/or customer badging or background requirements.

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance 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.

Benefits

Weekly pay, averaging $2,000 per week or $100,000–$105,000 per year.
$1,000 sign-on bonus at 30 days and $1,000 at 90 days.
$1,500 loyalty bonus at 6 months and $1,500 at 1 year.
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 every hired driver, with unlimited bonuses.