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Truck Driver CDL A Regional Solo

Ryder System, Inc., Harvard, IL, United States


Position Overview
Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL Truck Driver in Harvard, IL. This role offers weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a driving career you can feel good about.

Compensation & Schedule

Pay: $0.60 per mile (2000 miles per week)

Stops pay: $26.00 per stop (15 stops per week)

Per diem: $40.00 per night (1–2 nights per week)

Weekly payment

Start time: AM/PM shifts available

Schedule: Monday–Friday or Tuesday–Saturday

Loyalty bonus: $2,500 at 6 months and $2,500 at 1 year

Paid training

Route & Equipment

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

Freight: Touch – Hardware Supplies

Endorsements: Hazmat within 90 days of hire (cost reimbursed)

Trucks: 36 months or newer, 24/7 roadside maintenance

Fuel: Company‑paid at over 800 maintenance facilities nationwide

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision after 30 days

80 hours PTO starting day 1 (use it or get paid for it)

Uniforms, cell phone & boot allowance provided

Drivers are the captain—make safety decisions; job is protected

401(k) rollover available now + company match at 1 year

12 weeks paid maternity leave (subject to eligibility)

Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, tech & more

Requirements

Minimum 21 years of age

Pass Ryder drug test, background & motor vehicle check, DOT physical, road test

Provide appropriate CDL and endorsements

Class A experience: 9 months within past 3 years OR 2 years within last 5 years OR 5 years within last 10 years

Ability to follow written/oral instructions

Ability to read, interpret & apply laws, rules, regulations, policies and/or procedures

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with applicable federal and/or state laws, regulations, and agency rules, standards and guidelines

Detect and eliminate or minimize safety hazards; maintain accurate records and logs

Load/unload freight or assist loading/unloading as required by customer

Perform other duties as assigned

Equal Opportunity Statement
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, disability status, or other protected classes.

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