Class A Truck Driver

Position Description

Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL Truck Driver in Harvard, 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:

$1630 Per Week Average - And Top Earners can make up to $2000+ Ryder Drivers are Paid Weekly

• Hours Per Week: 50 or more hours per week
• Solo Miles Pay: $0.60 per Mile with 2000 Miles per Week
• Solo Stops Pay: $26.00 per Stop with 15 Stops per Week
• Per Diem Pay: $40.00 per night with 1 - 2 nights per Week
• Overnights for Route in Ryder Booked Hotel
• Paid Training
• Schedule: Monday – Friday or Tuesday - Saturday
• Start Time: AM / PM Shifts available
• Sign On Bonus: Pays you $1500 at 30 days and $1500 at 90 days
• Loyalty Bonus: Pays you $2500 at 6 months and $2500 at 1 year

Apply Here with Ryder Today

Spots are filling fast — click apply now to secure your spot.

Questions? Call Shelley or text “Harvard” to 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, WI, IA, OH, MI, IN, KS, NE, MN, ND, SD & KY
• Route: Regional
• Tractor Type: Day Cab
• Trailer Type: Dry Van 31'-53'
• Equipment: Electric & Manual Pallet Jack
• Ryder will Train you on all equipment needed to be successful
• Freight: Touch – Hardware Supplies
• Endorsements: Hazmat - Within 90 Days of Hire
• We Reimburse Cost to Obtain Endorsements and Provide Training

Trucks are 36 months or newer, include 24/7 Roadside Maintenance and Company Drivers fuel up the trucks at over 800 Maintenance Facilities Nationwide.

We have all the benefits other carriers do 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:

Thinking about becoming a Company Driver? Ryder will purchase your truck and support you every step of the way, so you can focus on driving—not the details.

At Ryder, you’re joining more than a company — you’re joining a community of proud women and men in logistics, including Military Reservists and Veterans.

Know great drivers — get paid for it. Ryder pays unlimited referral bonuses for hired drivers.

EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran

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.

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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.

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Posted Date 2 months ago (5/20/2026 1:59 PM)

Requisition ID

Primary State/Province IL

Primary City Harvard

Location (Posting Location) : Postal Code 60033

Category Drivers Regional/OTR Solo

Employment Type Regular-Full time

Travel Requirements Driver

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