Truck Driver CDL A Solo Hourly

Ryder System, Inc.; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 4,550,000 - 5,460,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision after 30 days

PTO starting Day 1

Uniforms, cell phone & boot allowance

401(k) rollover with company match at

12 weeks paid maternity leave

Employee discounts on tools, vehicles,

Job summary

Ryder System, Inc. in Allentown, PA is seeking a Class A CDL Truck Driver for regional routes. The role emphasizes safety, compliance, and dependable operation with a focus on customer-ready service.

Offers weekly pay, comprehensive benefits after 30 days, and ample bonuses. Company supports ongoing training, per-diem, and a clear path for career growth within Ryder's nationwide network.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Provide a valid CDL with endorsements for the position.
• Minimum driving experience as specified (9 months/2 years/5 years within relevant windows).
• Pass Ryder drug test, background and motor vehicle checks, and a DOT physical.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and safety standards.
• Maintain accurate logs and records of operations.
• Assist in loading/unloading freight if required by customer.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

CDL Class A

Flatbed experience

Hazmat endorsement

Job description

Position Description

Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL Truck Driver in Allentown, PA — 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/FLEX-Drivers

You might be wondering what your paycheck will look like.

$2000 average per week - And it gets better.Top 10% earn $100,000+ annually

• Driver Positions Pay Weekly
• Hourly Pay:$29.00 per hour base pay + bonus pay for endorsements
• Overtime paid after 40 hours
• $50 per diem per night
• Annual tenure bonus: $1000 every year
• Paid Equipment Training
• Schedule:Monday–Friday schedule (flexibility required)

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:VA, MD, DE, PA, NJ, NYC & DC
• Route: Regional
• Tractor Type: Day Cabs and Sleepers - Possibility of 26' Straight Truck
• TrailerType:48' - 53' Flatbed, Dry Van, Reefer, Conestoga, Curtainside and Containers
• 1 year of flatbed experience andsafe load securement experience (strapping, tarping, chaining)
• Equipment: Manual Pallet Jack, Rollers, Lift Gate and Moffett
• Freight:Mix of Touch/No Touch
• Endorsements:Hazmat, Tanker & Doubles/Triples Endorsements

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

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

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.