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Truck Driver CDL A OTR Flex

Ryder
COLUMBUS, OH Other
POSTED ON 4/20/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/30/2027

Position Description

Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL Truck Driver in Columbus, OH — 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/FLEX-Drivers

 

 

You might be wondering what your paycheck will look like. 

$1700 or more per week - And it gets better

  • Driver Positions Pay Weekly
  • Hourly Pay: $29.00 Per Hour
  • Travel Time $25.50 Per Hour 
  • Weekly Guarantee $1200 
  • Hours Per Week: 50 - 60 hours per week
  • Mileage Reimbursement $0.70 after 50 miles 
  • Paid Training
  • Schedule: Varies 
  • Start Time: PM/AM Dispatch 

Apply Here with Ryder Today

 

Spots are filling fast — click apply now to secure your spot.Questions? Call Rachelle or text “Columbus” to 904-869-3291 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: Varies 
  • Route: OTR 
  • Tractor Type: Sleeper, Day Cabs and 26' Straight Trucks 
  • Trailer Type: Dry Van, Reefer, Flatbed 48', 53’
  • Equipment: Electric and Manual Pallet Jack
  • Ryder will Train you on all equipment needed to be successful
  • Freight: Touch – Varies 
  • Cannot accommodate an automatic restriction
  • Would cover multiple Ryder accounts 

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

 

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.

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