Truck Driver CDL A OTR Solo

Position Description

Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL Truck Driver in the Buffalo, NY— offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a driving career you can feel good about.

See and Hear from a Ryder Employee who Drives for Us Here:

You might be wondering what your paycheck will look like.

$1700 or more per week - And it gets better

• Driver Positions Pay Weekly

• Home at least every other weekend.

• Must be able and willing to drive into Canada

• Solo Miles Pay: $0.59 per Mile with 2000 - 2500 Miles per Week

• Van Stops Pay: $16.37 per Stop Plus $107.56 per Dry Van unload.

• Average 8-10 stops per week

• Rolling stop pay $28.20

• Safety Bonus: Pays You $250 Four Times A Year, Every Quarter

• Loyalty Bonus: Pays you $2000 at 6 months and $2000 at 1 year

• Paid Training

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Choosing a driving career is a big decision. Respect for your talent and experience while being upfront about pay, routes, and schedules are priorities at Ryder.

• Deliver SOLO To: From North Dakota to Texas and all states east as well as Canada.

• Tractor Type: Sleepers with APUs

• Trailer Type: Dry Van and Conestoga Experience Preferred

• Companion Policy: Bring a person and/or pet on the road with you!

• Load Securement: Strapping

• Freight: Touch - Hand Unloading is Required

• Freight Type: Commercial and Residential Garage Doors

• Endorsements: Passport - Within 90 Days of Hire

Ryder Drivers operate well-maintained, safe trucks, 36 months or newer with 24/7 Roadside Maintenance and fueling at over 800 nationwide maintenance locations

All the benefits you expect — without the wait.

• Medical, Dental & Vision after 30 days

• 80 hours PTO your first year, starting Day 1(use it or get paid for it)

• Uniforms, cell phone & boot allowance provided

• Drivers are the Captain — you make safety decisions, and your job is protected

• 401(k) rollover available now + company match at 1 year

• 12 weeks paid maternity leave(subject to specific eligibility criteria, including work tenure)

• Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, tech & more

Click here to see all Ryder Driving Opportunities:

Autonomy on the road – Support behind the scenes. When becoming a Company Driver, Ryder purchases owner operator trucks while providing support during the transition, and throughout your career.

Join a team that listens, backs you up and helps you grow. Ryder is a community of proud women and men in logistics, including many Military Reservists and Veterans.

Your contributions are recognized, valued, and appreciated. Let’s build futures together. Refer and get rewarded with unlimited bonuses up to $1,500 for every hired Driver.

Our Culture & Commitment:

At Ryder, you’re trusted to make an impact—while enjoying room to grow and having a voice that’s heard. Our culture is built on respect, collaboration, and shared pride in doing great work rooted in innovation and safety.

Your Voice. Your Success. The Future We Build Together.

EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran

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.

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Posted Date 4 weeks ago (6/18/2026 3:23 PM)

Requisition ID View phone number on click.appcast.io

Primary State/Province NY

Primary City Buffalo

Location (Posting Location) : Postal Code 14214

Category Drivers Regional/OTR Solo

Employment Type Regular-Full time

Travel Requirements Driver

Position Code 1000999