Truck Driver CDL Class A Hourly-Ryder

Columbus, OH
May 19, 2025
Full Time
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Average Pay*: $20 - $30
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Job Title: Truck Driver CDL Class A Hourly

Company: Ryder

Location: Columbus, OH

Pay: $34 per hour

AI Pay Analysis: The hourly rate of $34 for a Truck Driver with a CDL Class A in Columbus, OH, is competitive and aligns well with industry standards. As of 2023, average hourly wages for truck drivers in Ohio typically range from $25 to $38, depending on experience, type of freight, and specific employer factors. Factors like company benefits, job stability, and local demand can also influence competitiveness. Overall, $34 an hour is considered a solid wage in the context of the Columbus job market, making it an attractive option for prospective truck drivers.

Job description:

Immediately seeking a dedicated SOLO Class A CDL Driver in Columbus, OH. We invite the right individual to drive with Ryder.

At Ryder, drivers on this account earn a minimum of $1,700 weekly, with additional benefits:

  • Weekly Compensation: Paid every week with a guaranteed minimum pay of $1,700.
  • Hourly Rate: $34.00 per hour.
  • Work Hours: 40 or more hours per week.
  • Per Diem: $35.00 per night for overnight assignments.
  • Overnight Accommodations: Ryder will arrange hotel bookings for overnight routes.
  • Tenure Bonus: $300 awarded each quarter, totaling $1,200 annually.
  • Sign-On Bonus: $1,500 payable at 30 days and another $1,500 at 90 days.
  • Paid Training: Comprehensive training provided.
  • Schedule: Generally Monday – Friday or Sunday – Thursday.
  • Start Time: Varies based on the schedule.

Key Responsibilities and Details:

  • Deliver primarily to OH, IN, MI, PA, IL, WI, and MO (Midwestern and Eastern States).
  • Operate a Day Cab, occasionally using a Box Truck.
  • Must be proficient in manual transmission operation.
  • Trailers are typically Flatbed, ranging from 48′ to 53’.
  • Minimum 3 to 6 months of flatbed experience required.
  • Responsibilities include load securement and driver assistance with steel and metal materials (excluding coils), including strapping and tarping.

We offer 24/7 Roadside Maintenance and the convenience of refueling at over 800 maintenance facilities nationwide.

Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package from day one, including:

  • Uniforms, cell phone, and boot allowance provided.
  • Paid Personal Time Off starting at 80 hours accrued in the first year.
  • A "Do Not Lose" Paid Personal Time Policy, encouraging vacation use with remaining balances paid out at the hourly rate.
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage commencing after 30 days.
  • Twelve weeks of paid maternity leave.
  • Immediate 401k rollover and contributions, with company match after one year.
  • Quality employee discounts on various products and services.

Ryder drivers are empowered to make decisions to ensure safety, and we support you in doing so.

Interested candidates may call Candace or text "Columbus" to 912-707-7250 for more information.

For those considering transitioning from an Owner Operator to a Company Driver, we offer assistance in making this switch seamless.

We are proud to welcome women and men in logistics, including Military Reserve and Veterans, to our Ryder family. Earn more with Ryder by referring a driver; we provide unlimited bonuses for hired referrals.

Requirements:

  • Minimum age of 21.
  • Successful completion of a Ryder drug test.
  • Passing of a background and motor vehicle check, including drug and alcohol verification from previous employers for the last three years.
  • Passing of a DOT physical and a Ryder road test.
  • Valid CDL and necessary endorsements.
  • Verifiable experience in a tractor trailer or comparable vehicle:
    • 9 months within the past 3 years, OR
    • 2 years within the last 5 years, OR
    • 5 years within the last 10 years.

Candidates must demonstrate the ability to follow written and oral instructions, as well as read, interpret, and apply laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Responsibilities:

  • Ensure compliance with federal and state laws, regulations, and agency standards.
  • Identify and mitigate safety hazards while maintaining accurate records and logs.
  • Load and unload freight or assist in loading/unloading as required by customers.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.

Ryder is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, or disability status.

Job Posting Date: Wed, 14 May 2025 07:10:37 GMT

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