Job Description

Job Description

Position Description

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Immediate opening for a SOLO Class A CDL Truck Driver and we want the right Trucker to join us at Ryder in Lexington, VA

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We will buy your truck! If you’re looking to switch from Owner Operator to Company Driver, we can help make the switch even easier

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You might be wondering what your paycheck will look like.

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$1800 or more per week - And it gets better

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• $1800+ for 5 days worked ($2200+ if desiring to work 6 th & 7 th day)
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• Driver Positions Paid Weekly
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• Assigned Trucks
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• $1200 Safety Bonus, paid $300 every quarter
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• Hours Per Week: 60 + hours per week
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• Overnights for Route in Sleeper
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• Schedule: Mostly Monday – Friday, ocassional weekends
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• Comprehensive Health Benefits start at 30 Days
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• Paid Time Off Starts at Day 1- 80 hours accrued in 1st year
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Trucks are three years or newer. Ryder Drivers Service the Route, not the Truck. All Drivers have 24/7 Roadside Maintenance by a Ryder Trained Technician plus Service Employees fuel up our trucks at all 800+ Maintenance Facilities.

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• Deliver SOLO To: AL, TN, KY, LA, FL, LA, AR, TX, MO, KS, OH, PA, VA, AZ, NM
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• Route: OTR
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• Cannot accept Auto Restriction
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• Tractor Type: Sleeper
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• Trailer Type: 48' Flatbed, Curtainside
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• Ryder will Train you on all equipment needed to be successful
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• Freight: Load Securement Only – Steel - Strapping, tarping, and chaining
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EXTRA PERKS:

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Our Drivers tell us Carrier Transparency is top priority. Don’t spend time applying for jobs with ‘Average Pay’ or confusing pay structures. We know you’re essential to keep our economy afloat. Your trust, safety and security is our top priority. You will work with the Safest and most Reliable Fleet in the Industry. You Deliver for us so we make sure to Deliver for you!

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We have all the benefits other carriers do without the wait!

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• Paid Time Off Starts at Day 1- 80 hours accrued in 1st year
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• Medical, Dental, Vision Start at 30 Days
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• Immediate 401k rollover and contributions with company match at one year
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• HIGH VALUED Stock at 15% Employee Discount
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• UNIFORMS, CELL PHONE AND BOOT ALLOWANCE PROVIDED
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• Ryder Drivers are the Captain of the Ship – we trust and support OUR DRIVERS to make decisions to keep yourself and others safe
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• Quality Employee Discounts for YOU that actually save you Money on Tools, Cars, Over 150,000 Hotels Worldwide, Electronics/Appliances, Cell Phones, Travel and so much more
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Our best advertising comes from our Drivers. Let Ryder pay you more, Refer a Driver and receive Unlimited Bonuses on Hired Drivers.

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We have always had stringent cleaning processes and will provide personal protective equipment to keep you safe as you keep America moving!

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Still looking? Check out our site all Driving Opportunities with Ryder

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EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran Home

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Requirements

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• Minimum 21 years of age
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• Pass a Ryder Drug Test
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• Pass a Ryder Background and Motor vehicle check including Drug and alcohol verification from previous employers for the last 3 years
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• Pass a DOT physical
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• Pass a Ryder road test
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• Provide appropriate CDL and endorsements for the position
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• Must have Class A verifiable experience in a tractor trailer or comparable vehicle:
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• 9 months experience within the past 3 years, OR
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• 2 years’ experience within the last 5 years, OR
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• 5 years’ experience within the last 10 years
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• Ability to follow written and/or oral instructions
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• Ability to read, interpret and apply laws, rules, regulations policies and/or procedures
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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.

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Responsibilities

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

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Posted Date 2 weeks ago (12/19/2025 12:32 PM)

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Requisition ID 2025-193156

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Primary State/Province VA

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Primary City Lexington

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Location (Posting Location) : Postal Code 24450

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Category Drivers Regional/OTR Solo

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Additional Work Locations US-AL-Tanner

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Employment Type Regular-Full time

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Travel Requirements Driver

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Position Code 1000999

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Job Tags

Weekly pay, Full time, Immediate start, Worldwide, Monday to Friday, Night shift, Weekend work,

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