OTR Truck Driver

Position Description:

Ryder excels in delivering technology-infused services for businesses seeking efficient solutions in supply chain management, transportation logistics, and fleet coordination, accommodating clientele that ranges from new retail startups to globally prominent corporations.

Requirements

• At least 21 years of age is necessary
• Successfully navigate a drug screening at Ryder
• To meet Ryder's requirements, candidates must successfully complete a background verification, motor vehicle check, and demonstrate their drug and alcohol testing history from the last three years with former employers
• Take a DOT physical test to ensure compliance with regulations
• Achieve a passing grade on the Ryder road examination
• Please present the required Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and additional qualifications for the job
• Prior hands-on involvement with driving a tractor-trailer or similar commercial vehicle with a Class A license is essential:
• 9 months experience within the past 3 years,or
• A minimum of two years of recent experience is necessary within the past five years
• Five years of hands-on involvement within the past decade
• Proficiency in adhering to prescribed written or spoken directives
• Ability to read and implement laws, regulations, and policies with precision

It is important to acknowledge that supplementary requirements may be essential depending on the location or account circumstances.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring that all relevant federal and state laws, regulations, and agency directives and standards are followed is crucial
• Detection and mitigation of safety risks, alongside maintaining precise records and logs
• Supporting in the transfer of goods onto or from transportation vehicles as per customer request
• Conducts other tasks as specified

Benefits:

• BOOT ALLOWANCE PROVIDED
• Starting on day one of your job, you begin accruing 80 hours of paid personal time off during the first year of employment
• The company promotes the utilization of accrued Vacation Time through its policy to ensure that employees profit from their earned time off. In cases where Vacation Time is not availed, payment for the unused balance will be made at the employee's hourly pay rate.
• Employees can enroll in medical, dental, and vision insurance within 30 days of starting
• We are proud to offer 12 weeks of paid maternity leave to new mothers to ensure they have the time and support needed to care for their precious Ryder babies
• Following one year of employment, employees can participate in a 401k rollover with company-matched contributions
• Employee Savings Opportunities that offer cost-effective deals on Tools, Vehicles, Worldwide Hotel Bookings, Electronics/Appliances, Mobile Phones, Travel arrangements, and an assortment of other useful products and services
• In the context of Ryder, Drivers occupy the leading role - OUR DRIVERS are empowered to make decisions that ensure the safety of all individuals, and in return, we assure the security of their jobs within the company

EEO Statement:

Ryder proudly stands as an Equal Opportunity Employer and advocates for a drug-free work environment. Applicants meeting the necessary criteria will be considered for employment without discrimination based on race, religion, nationality, gender, age, veteran status, or disability status.