Truck Driver CDL A Solo

Ryder Supply Chain Solutions; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 101,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Dental Vision after 30 days

PTO starting Day 1

Uniforms Cell phone & boot allowance

401(k) company match

Maternity leave 12 weeks

Employee discounts

Job summary

Ryder in Akron, OH is hiring a Class A CDL Truck Driver to operate sleeper tractors nationwide, with routes from North Dakota to Texas and beyond. The role emphasizes safety, on-time delivery, and customer service, and offers weekly pay, comprehensive benefits, and paid training.

Drivers are supported with 24/7 roadside maintenance, 800+ locations, and $1,950 weekly average plus quarterly and milestone bonuses. You’ll be home at least every other weekend and have access to 401(k) and other perks.

Qualifications

• Must have Class A verifiable experience in a tractor trailer or comparable vehicle.
• 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.

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

Job description

Position Description

Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL Truck Driver in Akron, OH — 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/ConestogaCDL

You might be wondering what your paycheck will look like.

$1950 weekly average - And it gets better

• Driver Positions Pay Weekly
• Averaging $1850 per week
• Safety Bonus: Pays You $250 Every Quarter
• Loyalty Bonus: Pays you $2000 at 6 months and $2000 at 1 year
• Paid Training

Deliver SOLOTo:From North Dakota to Texas and all states east as well as Canada.

Tractor Type: Sleepers with APUs

TrailerType:Dry Van and Conestoga Experience Preferred

Companion Policy: Bring a person and/or pet on the road with you!

Load Securement: Strapping

Freight: Touch - Hand Unloading is Required

Freight Type: Commercial and Residential Garage Doors

Endorsements: Passport - Within 90 Days of Hire

Home at least every other weekend.

Ryder Drivers operate well-maintained, safe trucks, 36 months or newer with 24/7 Roadside Maintenance and fueling at over 800 nationwide maintenance locations

All the benefits you expect — without the wait.

• Medical, Dental & Vision after 30 days
• Earn PTO starting Day 1. Up to 80 hours accrued in 1st year
• 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

Click here to see all Ryder Driving Opportunities: https://ryder-drivers.jobs/

Autonomy on the road – Support behind the scenes. When becoming a Company Driver, Ryder purchases owner operator trucks while providing support during the transition and throughout your career.

Join a team that listens, backs you up and helps you grow. Ryder is a community of proud women and men in logistics, including many Military Reservists and Veterans.

Your contributions are recognized, valued, and appreciated. Let’s build futures together. Refer and get rewarded with unlimited bonuses up to $1,500 for every hired Driver.

EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran

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.

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.