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OTR CDL-A Truck Driver – $4,000 Sign-On Bonus

  • Company: Ryder
  • Location: Palmyra, Lincoln County
  • Salary: $2,000–$2,500/yr
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Ryder is seeking an experienced Over-the-Road CDL-A Truck Driver to join our team at our Palmyra, Lincoln County location. This is a full-time position offering competitive compensation, sign-on incentives, and flexible scheduling for professional drivers ready to build a rewarding career in transportation.

About the Role

As an OTR CDL-A Truck Driver with Ryder, you'll operate commercial vehicles across designated routes, managing freight safely and efficiently while maintaining compliance with all transportation regulations and company safety standards.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Weekly pay of $1,700 based on performance and mileage
  • $4,000 sign-on bonus upon hire
  • Solo mileage rate of $0.59 per mile, with typical weekly miles ranging from 2,000 to 2,500
  • Stop-based compensation: $16.37 per stop plus $107.56 per dry van unload
  • Rolling stops paid at $28.20
  • Loyalty bonuses of $2,000 at the 6-month milestone
  • Predictable home time and work schedule

What You'll Do

  • Operate Class 8 commercial vehicles safely across multiple states and diverse terrain
  • Manage 8-10 stops per week on average, ensuring on-time delivery and customer satisfaction
  • Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and document findings accurately
  • Maintain detailed logbooks and comply with Hours of Service (HOS) regulations
  • Communicate proactively with dispatch and customers regarding delivery status and delays
  • Keep your vehicle clean and well-maintained throughout each route

What We're Looking For

  • Valid CDL-A license with air brake endorsement
  • Minimum 1-2 years of verifiable over-the-road driving experience
  • Clean driving record and current DOT medical certification
  • Strong commitment to safety and regulatory compliance
  • Ability to work independently and adapt to changing conditions
  • Excellent time management and professional communication skills

About Ryder

Ryder is a leader in transportation and logistics solutions, providing professional CDL-A drivers with stable employment, industry-leading safety standards, and driver-focused benefits that support long-term career growth.

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  • Role OTR CDL-A Truck Driver – $4,000 Sign-On Bonus
  • Employer Ryder
  • Location Palmyra, Lincoln County
  • Type Full Time
  • Pay (from listing) $2,000–$2,500/yr
  • Posted June 26, 2026
  • Apply by 2026-08-08
  • Country context US
  • Overview Full original description on this page (303 words; rewritten for clarity, not a teaser paste)

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  • Check all load-related documentation for completeness and accuracy.
  • Inspect loads to ensure that cargo is secure.
  • Check vehicles to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order.
  • Crank trailer landing gear up or down to safely secure vehicles.
  • Obtain receipts or signatures for delivered goods and collect payment for services when required.
  • Maintain logs of working hours or of vehicle service or repair status, following applicable state and federal regulations.

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