Class A CDL OTR Driver | Regional Route

Position Description

Ryder is hiring experienced Class A CDL Truck Drivers in Frederick, Maryland — offering consistent weekly earnings, premium benefits starting fast, and a career you can grow with.

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Top Pay & Weekly Earnings You Can Count On!

• Average $1,900+ per week
• Top 10% earn $100,000+ annually
• $26.00/hour base pay + bonus pay for endorsements
• Overtime paid after 40 hours
• $50 per diem per night
• Annual tenure bonus: $1,000 every year
• Paid weekly — reliable income you can depend on

Schedule & Route Details

• Monday–Friday schedule (flexibility required)
• 40+ hours per week
• Regional Solo routes: VA, MD, DE, PA, NJ, NYC & DC
• Hotel stays or sleeper provided for overnights
• Travel time is paid

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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. 

Equipment & Freight

• Tractor Type: Day Cabs and Sleepers - Possibility of 26' Straight Truck
• Trailer Type: 48' - 53' Flatbed, Dry Van, Reefer, Conestoga, Curtainside and Containers
• What you'll need:
  • 1 year of flatbed experience
  • Hazmat, Tanker & Doubles/Triples Endorsements 
  • safe load securement experience (strapping, tarping, chaining)
• Equipment provided: Manual Pallet Jack, Rollers, Lift Gate and Moffett
• Freight Mix: Touch & No-Touch

Trucks are three years or newer. Ryder Drivers Service the Route, not the Truck. All Drivers have 24/7 Roadside Maintenance by a Ryder Trained Technician plus Service Employees fuel up our trucks at all 800+ Maintenance Facilities.

We have all the benefits other carriers do without the wait!

Benefits – Start Strong

• Medical, Dental & Vision after 30 days
• 80 hours PTO your first year, starting Day 1 (use it or get paid for it)
• Paid Training & career advancement
• Company provided:
  • 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 travel, tech, vehicles & more

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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.

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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.