Owner Operator Driver

Job Summary:

Ryder is dedicated to providing cutting-edge technology solutions for supply chain management, transportation services, and fleet operations, tailored to meet the specific demands of companies spanning from emerging players in the retail sector to some of the largest brands worldwide.

Requirements

• Individuals must be no younger than 21 years old
• Ensure a favorable result on a Ryder drug screening
• In order to fulfill Ryder's requirements, individuals must undergo a background assessment, motor vehicle check, and provide documentation of drug and alcohol verification conducted by prior employers over a three-year period
• Fulfill the DOT physical requirements for driving privileges
• Fulfill the criteria needed to pass the Ryder road test
• Required documentation includes your Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and any necessary endorsements for the role
• Fundamental requirement includes possessing verifiable experience in operating a Class A commercial vehicle, such as a tractor-trailer:
• 9 months experience within the past 3 years,or
• Two years of experience within the last five years is a key requirement
• A history of five years of work experience in the past ten years
• Skillfulness in executing tasks as per provided written or verbal guidance
• Competency in analyzing and executing laws, rules, and guidelines

Please be mindful that further prerequisites may be necessary depending on the specific location or account.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring that all relevant federal and state laws, regulations, and agency directives and standards are followed is crucial
• Identifying and minimizing safety hazards while ensuring accurate record-keeping procedures
• Providing aid in loading and unloading cargo when requested by the customer
• Executes supplemental assignments as directed

Benefits:

• BOOT ALLOWANCE PROVIDED
• Upon starting your job, you immediately start building up 80 hours of paid personal time off within the first year
• The policy regarding Paid Personal Time stresses the importance of employees utilizing their earned Vacation Time. In cases where employees opt not to use this time off, compensation for the remaining balance will be provided at their hourly wage.
• Employees can start utilizing medical, dental, and vision benefits after a 30-day period
• In recognition of the special bond between a mother and her Ryder baby, we provide 12 weeks of paid maternity leave for new mothers
• The company offers a 401k rollover and matching contributions to employees after one year of service
• Employee Discount Benefits aimed at assisting you with savings on Tools, Cars, Global Hotels, Electronic Gadgets/Appliances, Mobile Devices, Travel expenses, and a variety of other spending categories
• 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 strongly upholds its Equal Opportunity Employer status and maintains a commitment to a workplace free of drugs. Employment opportunities are extended to all qualified individuals, regardless of race, religion, nationality, gender, age, veteran status, or disability status.