Commercial Driver

Ryder System, Inc.; Woodstock; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Benefits after 30 days

Retirement plan

Employee stock discount

Safe work environment

Forbes Best Employer 2025

Job summary

Ryder System, Inc. in Woodstock, Ontario is hiring a Commercial Driver for a full-time, permanent role operating a commercial vehicle between terminals. The position requires a valid CDL with air brake endorsement and a minimum of 9 months verifiable driving experience.

Shifts include Days, Afternoons and Nights; pay is $28.50 per hour with benefits after 30 days and paid time off on hire. This role emphasizes safety, compliance with DOT regs, and reliable performance in a team-focused

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma/GED, preferred.
• Minimum of 9 months verifiable commercial driving experience, required.
• Must not have more than one moving violation or accidents (anything other than parking) in the last 12 months, required.
• Valid Commercial Driver's License with air brake endorsement, required.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring compliance with applicable federal and/or state laws, regulations, and/or agency rules, standards and guidelines.
• Detecting and eliminating or minimizing safety hazards; maintaining accurate records and logs.
• Loading/unloading freight or assisting in the loading/unloading of freight if required by customer.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Written & oral instructions

Reading & interpretation

Education

H.S. Diploma/GED

Job description

• H.S. Diploma/GED, preferred

Job Description

About Ryder

For almost 100 years, Ryder has provided customers around the world with integrated transportation, logistics, and supply chain management solutions that enhance the way they do business.

Building and maintaining a fleet takes time, resources, and expertise few companies can spare. At Ryder, we have a long history of investing in our employees and providing a collaborative team-based culture that encourages growth across all levels and positions.

We are a Fortune 500 company with 800+ locations and over 40,000 employees across the US and Canada! Employee satisfaction is part of our culture.

About The Job

Type: Full time, Permanent

Wage: $28.50

Shifts: Days/Afternoons/Nights Sunday - Saturday

Location: Woodstock, ON

Why Ryder?

• 10 days of Paid Time Off upon hire
• Excellent benefits package after 30 days (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Benefits including Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)
• Employee discount of 15% on Ryder stock
• A safe, friendly and respectful work environment
• Recognized by Forbes as one of Canada's Best Employers in 2025

Summary

The Commercial Driver position operates a commercial motor vehicle driving between pick-up and destination terminals. Ensures that trips are run safety, efficiently and in compliance with company and DOT regulations.

Essential Functions

• Ensuring compliance with applicable federal and/or state laws, regulations, and/or agency rules, standards and guidelines
• Detecting and eliminating or minimizing safety hazards Maintaining accurate records and logs
• Loading/Unloading freight or assisting in the loading/unloading of freight if required by customer

Additional Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to follow written and/or oral instructions, required
• Ability to read, interpret and apply laws, rules, regulations policies and/or procedures Important, required

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma/GED, preferred
• Must have a minimum of 9 months verifiable commercial driving experience, required
• Must not have more than one moving violation or accidents (anything other than parking) in the last 12 months, required
• Valid Commercial Driver's License with air brake endorsement, required

Travel

None

Job Category: Drivers

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Our Culture & Commitment

At Ryder, you’re trusted to make an impact—while enjoying room to grow and having a voice that’s heard. Our culture is built on respect, collaboration, and shared pride in doing great work rooted in innovation and safety.

Your Voice. Your Success. The Future We Build Together.

Compensation Information

The compensation offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s relevant experience; education, including relevant degrees or certifications; work location; market data/ranges; internal equity; internal salary ranges; etc. The position may also be eligible to receive an annual bonus, commission, and/or long-term incentive plan based on the level and/or type. Compensation ranges for the position are below:

Pay Type

Hourly

Minimum Pay Range

$28.50

Maximum Pay Range

$28.50

Ryder Is An Equal Opportunity Employer

We value Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace and encourage all qualified candidates to apply including women, visible minorities, aboriginals and persons with disabilities.

In accordance with our commitment to diversity and inclusion, Ryder welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment, selection, and assessment process. Should you require an accommodation, please inform the Human Resources representative of the nature of the accommodation requested so that we may discuss your needs with you. If you require assistance in order to apply, please contact us at 888-957-9337.

Authorization To Work In Canada

As part of our commitment to compliance with employment and immigration laws, all applicants must have valid legal authorization to work in Canada. Maintaining this authorization is the responsibility of every employee and is a condition of continued employment.

Important Note

Some positions require additional screening that may include employment and education verification; motor vehicle records check and a road test; and/or badging or background requirements of the customer to which you are assigned. All screening is conducted in accordance with applicable privacy and human rights legislation and is limited to information directly related to the requirements of the position.

Security Notice For Applicants

Ryder will only communicate with an applicant directly from a [@ryder.com] email address and will never conduct an interview online through a chat type forum, messaging app (such as WhatsApp or Telegram), or via an online questionnaire. During an interview, Ryder will never ask for any form of payment or banking details and will never solicit personal information outside of the formal submitted application through http://www.ryder.com/en-ca/careers .

Should you have any questions regarding the application process or to verify the legitimacy of an interview or Ryder representative, please contact Ryder at [e-mail] .

Current Employees

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