Regional Class A Truck Driver - Solo

Position Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a SOLO Class A Regional Truck Driver. Join our team at Ryder for a fulfilling career where you will enjoy weekly home time!

You may be curious about your earnings:

$1500 Weekly Guarantee , with average weekly pay of $1600-$1700, potentially more!

• Weekly Pay for Drivers
• Earn $0.78 per mile with an average of 1800 miles weekly
• Receive $30 per stop for 2 stops weekly
• Per Diem Pay: $50 per night for 3 nights per week
• New Sign-On Bonus: $1750 after 30 days and another $1750 after 90 days
• Paid Training Available
• Monday to Friday Schedule
• Start Time: 3 AM - 4 AM Dispatch

Apply with Ryder Today!

Why choose Ryder? We prioritize your interests, providing transparent information about your pay and routes, making your decision to join our team easy.

• Deliver in the Northeast Region (No NYC)
• Vehicles: Sleeper Tractors
• Equipment: Dry Van, Pup Trailers (48', 53')
• Freight: Touch - Windows

Our trucks are 36 months or newer, equipped with 24/7 Roadside Maintenance, plus drivers can fuel at over 800 Maintenance Facilities nationwide.

Enjoy all the benefits of other carriers without the wait:

• Uniforms, Cell Phone, and Boot Allowance Provided
• Paid Personal Time Off starts on Day 1 - 80 hours accrued in the first year
• No loss Paid Personal Time Policy – We encourage you to use your vacation time; if not used, we pay the remaining balance at your hourly rate.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance start within 30 days
• 12 weeks of Paid Maternity Leave for qualifying employees
• Immediate 401k rollover and contributions with company match after one year
• Quality Employee Discounts on various products and services
• At Ryder, our drivers are the captains of their ships, making safe decisions and enjoying job security.

We also assist transitional drivers looking to switch from owner operator to company employee.

Our team comprises proud women and men in logistics, including military reservists and veterans.

Refer a driver and earn unlimited bonuses for hired drivers.

Requirements:

• Minimum age: 21 years
• Pass a Ryder Drug Test
• Pass a Ryder Background and Motor Vehicle Check
• Pass a DOT physical
• Complete a Ryder road test
• Hold a valid CDL with appropriate endorsements
• Have verifiable Class A experience: 9 months within the last 3 years, OR 2 years in the last 5 years, OR 5 years in the last 10 years
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions
• Ability to interpret and apply laws, rules, and regulations

Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and guidelines
• Identify and minimize safety hazards
• Maintain accurate records and logs
• Load/unload freight as required
• Perform other duties as assigned

Ryder is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified candidates will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, protected veteran status, or qualified disability status.

This position is based in Portland, ME (Postal Code: 04102).

Posted Date: August 14, 2025

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Category: Drivers Regional/OTR Solo

Employment Type: Regular-Full time

Travel Requirements: Driver

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