Truck Driver CDL A Local

Position Description

Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL Truck Driver in Edison, NJ — 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:

https://RyderCareers.Video/YardSpotter

You might be wondering what your paycheck will look like.

$1194 or more per week - And it gets better

Driver Positions Pay Weekly

Hourly Pay: $29.87 per Hour

Hours Per Week: 40+ hours per week

Schedule: Sunday - Thursday

Dispatch: 6:00 PM

Apply Here with Ryder Today

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

Questions? Call Jenny or text “Edison” to 904-541-8573 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: NY

Route: Local Home Daily

Tractor Type: Day Cab

Trailer Type: Dry Van 53’, Flatbed 48', Straight Truck 26'

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)

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:https://ryder-drivers.jobs/

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

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.

Posted Date 3 days ago (4/13/2026 1:20 PM)

Requisition ID 2026-198994

Primary State/Province NJ

Primary City EDISON

Location (Posting Location) : Postal Code 08817

Category Drivers Home Daily

Employment Type Regular-Full time

Travel Requirements Driver

Position Code 1000385