CDL A Truck Driver

**Position Description** Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL Truck Driver inUniversity Park, IL- 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... $1600+ per week - And it gets better! + Average Annual W2 Earnings: $83,200 + $3000 Loyalty Bonus + $1000 Sign on Bonus + Competitive Mileage and stop pay (Paid weekly) + Stop Pay + Per Diem Pay + Hourly Pay opportunity when assisting other accounts + Company paid Hotel provided for overnight routes + Schedule: Mostly Monday - Friday Apply Here with Ryder Today Spots are filling fast - click apply now to secure your spot. Questions? Call Candace or text "University" to View phone number on click.appcast.io to speak with your recruiter today. We know choosing a driving career is a big decision. That's why we're upfront about pay, routes, and schedules - so you can feel confident joining the Ryder team. + Deliver SOLO To: IL, IN, MI, OH, MO, WI, MN, IA, KS + Route: Regional + Tractor Type:Day cabs & sleepers + Trailer Type: 48'-53' Conestoga, curtainside, flatbed + 6 months Flatbed experience + Equipment: Electric Pallet Jack + Ryder will Train you on all equipment needed to be successful + Freight: Steel & metal products - Load securment required 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. EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran \#DMW 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. **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._ Apply Now! ( **Connect With Us!** Software Powered by ICIMS **Posted Date** _4 months ago_ _(3/23/2026 3:09 PM)_ **_Requisition ID_** _View phone number on click.appcast.io_ **_Primary State/Province_** _IL_ **_Primary City_** _UNIVERSITY PARK_ **_Location (Posting Location) : Postal Code_** _60466_ **_Category_** _Drivers Regional/OTR Solo_ **_Additional Work Locations_** _US-IL-KANKAKEE | US-IN-GARY | US-IL-Minooka | US-IL-JOLIET_ **_Employment Type_** _Regular-Full time_ **_Travel Requirements_** _Driver_ **_Position Code_** _1000998_