Truck Driver CDL A Regional

Torque by Ryder; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 69,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision after 30 days

80 hours PTO first year

Uniforms, cell phone & boot allowance

401(k) rollover with company match

12 weeks paid maternity leave

Employee discounts

Job summary

Ryder System, Inc. is hiring a Class A CDL Truck Driver in Hickory, NC. This driving role offers weekly pay, comprehensive benefits after 30 days, and a safety‑mocused team environment.

Expect 50+ hours weekly with 1500+ miles regionally. You’ll earn $0.53 per mile, $11.55 per stop (4 stops weekly), and $25 per night in per diem (3 nights weekly). Paid training, uniforms, 401(k) with company match, and more are provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum 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 3 years.
• Pass a DOT physical.
• Pass a Ryder road test.
• Provide appropriate CDL and endorsements for the position.
• Must have Class A verifiable experience in a tractor trailer or comparable vehicle: 9 months past 3 years, OR 2 years past 5 years, OR 5 years past 10 years.
• Ability to follow written and/or oral instructions.
• Ability to read, interpret and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies and/or procedures.

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

Safe driving

Regulatory compliance

Reading and following instructions

Communication skills

Education

Class A CDL

Endorsements

Job description

Position Description

Ryder isimmediatelyhiring a Class A CDL Truck Driver in Hickory, NC — offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a driving career you can feel good about.

See and Hear from a Ryder Employee who Drives for Us Here:

https://RyderCareers.Video/StayingPower

You might be wondering what your paycheck will look like.

$1700 or more per week - And it gets better

• Ryder Drivers are Paid Weekly
• Hours Per Week: 50 or more hours per week
• Solo Miles Pay:$0.53 per Mile with 2500 - 2800 Miles per Week
• Solo Stops Pay:$11.55 per Stop with 4 Stops per Week
• Per Diem Pay: $25.00 per night with 3 nights per Week
• Paid Training
• Schedule: Monday – Sunday (Resets will be at Home)
• Start Time: 6:00am - 7:00 pm Dispatch Window

Choosing a driving career is a big decision. Respect for your talent and experience while being upfront about pay, routes, and schedules are priorities at Ryder.

• Deliver SOLOTo:Up to 1500 miles from Danville-VA, WV, NC, AL, TN, KY, DE, MI, WI, OH, IN, CO, TX, IL, GA
• Route: Regional
• Tractor Type: Sleeper
• TrailerType:Dry Van 48' & 53’
• Freight:No Touch – Packing Adhesives

Trucks are 36 months or newer, include 24/7 Roadside Maintenance and Company Drivers fuel up the trucks at over 800 Maintenance Facilities Nationwide.

All the benefits you expect — without the wait.

• Medical, Dental & Vision after 30 days
• 80 hours PTO your first year, starting Day 1(use it or get paid for it)
• Uniforms, cell phone & boot allowance provided
• Drivers are the Captain — you make safety decisions, and your job is protected
• 401(k) rollover available now + company match at 1 year
• 12 weeks paid maternity leave(subject to specific eligibility criteria, including work tenure)
• Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, tech & more

Thinking about becoming a Company Driver? Ryder will purchase your truck and support you every step of the way, so you can focus on driving—not the details.

At Ryder, you’re joining more than a company — you’re joining a community of proud women and men in logistics, including Military Reservists and Veterans.

Know great drivers — get paid for it. Ryder pays unlimited referral bonuses for hired drivers.

EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran

Requirements

• Minimum 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 3 years
• Pass a DOT physical
• Pass a Ryder road test
• Provide appropriate CDL and endorsements for the position
• Must have Class A verifiable experience in a tractor trailer or comparable vehicle:
• 9 months experience within the past 3 years, OR
• 2 years’ experience within the last 5 years, OR
• 5 years’ experience within the last 10 years
• Ability to follow written and/or oral instructions
• Ability to read, interpret and apply laws, rules, regulations policies and/or procedures

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.

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

Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.