Truck Driver CDL A Solo Hourly

Position Description

Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL Truck Driver inAlbany, 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.

$2000 or more weekly average - And it gets better

• Driver Positions Pay Weekly

• Top performers earn $100K+ annually

• Hourly Pay: $29.00 per hour base pay

• Earn extra $1/hour for every 3 endorsements/certifications

• Hours Per Week: 40 + hours per week

• Overtime pay after 40 hours

• $50 per diem per night:Paid travel + hotel or sleeper provided for overnights

• $1,000 Annual Tenure Bonus

• Schedule: Monday - Friday

Apply Here with Ryder Today

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

Questions? Call Jenny or text "Albany" to View phone number on click.appcast.io to speak with your recruiter today.

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: New England States and East Coast

• Route:Regional

• Tractor Type: Day Cabs and Sleepers - Possibility of 26' Straight Truck

• Trailer Type:48' - 53' Flatbeds, Dry Vans, Reefers, Conestogas, Curtainsides and Container

• Equipment: pallet jack, lift gate, rollers or Moffett

• Freight Mix: Touch & No-Touch

• Hazmat, Tanker & Doubles/Triples Endorsements required andExperience with strapping, chaining & tarping

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

• Earn PTO starting Day 1. Up to 80 hours accrued in 1st year

• 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

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.

Software Powered by ICIMS

Posted Date 1 month ago (9/17/2026 8:17 AM)

Requisition ID View phone number on click.appcast.io

Primary State/Province NY

Primary City ALBANY

Location (Posting Location) : Postal Code 12204

Category Drivers Regional/OTR Solo

Additional Work Locations US-NY-SCHENECTADY | US-NY-CHESTER | US-NY-NEWBURGH

Employment Type Regular-Full time

Travel Requirements Driver

Position Code 1000608