Midwest Regional CDL-A Truck Driver

Position Description

Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL Truck Driver in University 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

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

Questions? Call Candace or text “University” to View phone number on apply.j-vers.com 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

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

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:

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.

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 3 months ago (5/7/2026 11:45 AM)

Requisition ID View phone number on apply.j-vers.com

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-JOLIET | US-IL-Minooka

Employment Type Regular-Full time

Travel Requirements Driver

Position Code 1000998