Truck Driver CDL A Regional Hazmat

Position Description

Immediate opening for a SOLO Regional Class A Hazmat CDL Truck Driver and we want the right Trucker to join us at Ryder in Houston, TX

Hear from our Employees what its like to Drive with Ryder:

You might be wondering what your paycheck will look like.

$1776 or more per week - And it gets better

• Driver Positions Pay Weekly
• Solo Miles Pay: $0.60 per Mile with 1485 - 2200 Miles per Week
• Solo Stops Pay: $24.43 per Stop with 20 - 30 Stops per Week
• Per Diem Pay: $26.52 per Night with 1 - 2 Nights per Week
• Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday
• Start Time: 9:00 PM - 3:00 AM
• Paid Training

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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.

• Deliver SLO To: TX, LA and MS
• Route: Local Home Daily/Regional
• Tractor Type: Day Cab and Sleeper
• Trailer Type: 48' - 53' Dry Van with Lift Gate
• Equipment: Pallet Jack and Lift Gate
• Ryder will Train you on all equipment needed to be successful
• Freight: Touch – Automotive Parts
• Endorsements: Hazmat - At Time of Interview
• MUST have 12 months Hazmat Experience
• No Auto Restriction
• Route delivery experience preferred

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

• UNIFORMS AND BOOT ALLOWANCE PROVIDED
• Paid Personal Time Off Starts at Day 1 - 80 hours accrued in First Year
• DO NOT LOSE Paid Personal Time Policy - We encourage you to use Vacation Time earned. If you decide not to use it - we pay you the remaining balance at your hourly pay rate.
• Medical, Dental, Vision Start at 30 Days
• We love our Ryder babies and offer 12 weeks of PAID Maternity Leave for qualifying employees (eligibility requirements, including work tenure, apply)
• Immediate 401k rollover and contributions with company match at one year
• Quality Employee Discounts that actually save you Money on Tools, Cars, Hotels Worldwide, Electronics/Appliances, Cell Phones, Travel and more
• Ryder Drivers are the Captain of the Ship – OUR DRIVERS make decisions to keep yourself and others safe and we protect your job when you do

Our best advertising comes from our Drivers. Let Ryder pay you more, Refer a Driver and receive Unlimited Bonuses on Hired Drivers.

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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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.

Posted Date 5 days ago (10/15/2025 4:31 PM)

Requisition ID

Primary State/Province TX

Primary City HOUSTON

Location (Posting Location) : Postal Code 77061

Category Drivers Regional/OTR Solo

Employment Type Regular-Full time

Travel Requirements Driver

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