Truck Driver CDL A Solo Hourly Flex

Ryder System, Inc.; Harvard (IL); On-site; USD 4,022,000 - 4,732,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Sign-on bonus

Paid training

PTO starting Day 1

Job summary

Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL Truck Driver in Harvard, IL. The role offers weekly pay, comprehensive benefits, and a path for a long-term driving career.

You will operate well-maintained trucks on regional routes, with paid training and sign-on bonuses. The position includes hotel lodging on some overnights, travel time pay, and a strong emphasis on safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• Must have Class A verifiable experience in a tractor trailer or comparable vehicle.
• 9 months experience within the past 3 years, OR 2 years within the last 5 years, OR 5 years within the last 10 years.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Must possess appropriate CDL and endorsements.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring compliance with federal and state laws, regulations, and guidelines.
• Detecting and eliminating safety hazards; maintaining accurate logs.
• Loading/unloading freight or assisting as required by customer.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading instructions

Safety awareness

Decision making on road

Tools

CDL endorsements

Job description

Position Description

Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL Truck Driver in Harvard, IL — 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/CDLdeliverHardware

$1700 Per Week Average - And Top Earners can make up to $2000 per week

• Ryder Drivers are Paid Weekly
• Averaging $1700 per week
• Hours Per Week: 50 or more hours per week
• Overnights for Route in Ryder Booked Hotel
• Travel Time Pay: $27.00 per hour
• Paid Training
• Schedule: Monday – Friday Ocassional weekends
• Start Time: AM / PM Shifts available
• Sign On Bonus:Pays you $1500 at 30 days and $1500 at 90 days
• Loyalty Bonus:Pays you $2500 at 6 months and $2500 at 1 year

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:Varies on route
• Route: Regional
• Tractor Type: Day Cab
• TrailerType:Dry Van 31'-53'
• Equipment: Electric & Manual Pallet Jack
• Ryder will Train you on all equipment needed to be successful
• Freight: Touch – Hardware Supplies
• Endorsements: Hazmat - Within 90 Days of Hire
• We Reimburse Cost to Obtain Endorsements and Provide Training

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.