Position Description
We have a Class A Driver opening in Lafayette, IN, for New CDL Graduates who have received their CDL License. New CDL Graduate: Start your Career with Ryder's Driver Development Program
6-9 Months Experience, ask about our Extended Driver Development Program!
We have developed proficiency-based training with experienced facilitators. Drivers will receive 8 weeks of training focusing on all backing, close-quarter maneuvers, practice doing short and longer runs and get paid while doing so. Gain hands-on experience from the finest instructors in the industry.
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New CDL Graduate Start your Career with Ryder's Driver Development Program
Ryder Employees who Drive on this account earn $1385 or more Weekly and it gets better
Ryder Drivers are Paid Weekly
Weekly Minimum Guarantee during training $1050 per week
Weekly Minimum Guarantee after training $1385 per week
Solo Miles Pay:$00.53 per Mile
Solo Stops Pay:$10.00 per Stop
Drop and Hook Pay: $6.00 per Drop/Hook
Paid Training
Schedule: Monday - Friday; Some weekends required
Start Time: AM or PM
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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.
Tractor Type: Day Cab
TrailerType:53' Dry Van
Ryder will Train you on all equipment needed to be successful
Freight Type: Auto Parts
Touch/No Touch Freight: Varies - No Touch, Drop/Hook and Live Load/Live Unload, Multi stop delivers and relays
Deliver To: 300 Mile Radius
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
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
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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.
EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran
Requirements
9 months or less of CDL driving experience
Minimum 21 years of age
Pass a Ryder Drug Test
Pass a Ryder background and a Motor Vehicle Registration 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
Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A
Ability to:
Follow written and/or oral instructions
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
Follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) regarding the checking in and out of freight
Perform 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.
Posted Date 18 hours ago (5/19/2026 12:59 PM)
Requisition ID 2026-201993
Primary State/Province IN
Primary City LAFAYETTE
Location (Posting Location) : Postal Code 47905
Category Drivers DDP
Employment Type Regular-Full time
Travel Requirements Driver
Position Code 1001018