Truck Driver CDL A OTR

Ryder System • Full-time • NASHVILLE, TN, 37207, USA, TN, United States • 3d ago

Position Description

Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL Truck Driver in Nashville, TN — 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

Drivers are averaging $1900+ or more per week - And it gets better! Top 10% of our drivers at this location make $100k+/year!

Ryder Drivers are Paid Weekly
Hourly Pay: $26.00 Per Hour Base Pay Plus Additional $1 for Every 3 Certifications/Endorsements
Overtime Paid After 40 Hours
Hours Per Week: 40 + hours per week
Per Diem Pay: $50.00 per night
Overnights for Route in Ryder Booked Hotel or Sleeper
Paid Travel
Tenure Bonus: Pays You $1000 each year you are with the company from Nov. 1- to Oct. 31
Paid Training
Schedule: Monday - Friday - Must be Flexible

Apply Here with Ryder Today

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

Questions? Call Ashley or text “Nashville” to 904-932-1042 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: IN, OH, MI, TN, & KY
Tractor Type: Day Cab and Sleeper - Possibility of 26' Straight Truck
Trailer Type: 48' - 53' Flatbed, Dry Van, Reefer, Conestoga, Curtainside and Container(1 year flatbed required)
Hazmat, Tanker & Doubles/Triples Endorsements required
Equipment: Manual Pallet Jack, Rollers, Lift Gate and Moffett
Freight: Mix of Touch/No Touch – Product Varies
Load Securement – Strapping, Tarping and Chaining experience Required

Trucks are three years or newer. Ryder Drivers Service the Route, not the Truck. All Drivers have 24/7 Roadside Maintenance by a Ryder Trained Technician plus Service Employees fuel up our trucks at all 800+ Maintenance Facilities.

We have all the benefits other carriers do without the wait!

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.

Posted Date 1 week ago (4/22/2026 2:03 PM)

Requisition ID 2026-200273

Primary State/Province TN

Primary City NASHVILLE

Location (Posting Location) : Postal Code 37207

Category Drivers Regional/OTR Solo

Employment Type Regular-Full time

Travel Requirements Driver

Position Code 1000608