An Over-the-Road (OTR) Truck Driver specializes in long distance routes, often away for days or even weeks at a time. Sometimes also referred to as Long Haul drivers. Commonly paid in cents per mile driven.
Transportation, Logistics, Trucking Description 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:
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Video/DriverLife You might be wondering what your paycheck will look like. $1513
Weekly Average Driver Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Rate:
$25.00
Loyalty Bonus:
$3000•$1500 paid at 6 months and $1500 paid at 1 year
Paid Training Schedule:
Monday•
Friday Start Time:
7:00 AM•5:00 PM Disptach Window Apply Here with Ryder Today Spots are filling fast — click apply now to secure your spot. Questions? 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:
OH, MI, IN, KY, WV, NY
(Upstate)
NO NYC and PA Tractor Type:
Sleeper, Refrigerators and Inverters Trailer Type:
Dry Van 53' Ryder will Train you on all equipment needed to be successful
Freight:
Touch•Tires 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 Earn PTO starting Day 1. Up to 80 hours accrued in 1st year 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.
At Ryder, you're trusted to make an impact—while enjoying room to grow and having a voice that's heard. Our culture is built on respect, collaboration, and shared pride in doing great work rooted in innovation and safety. Your Voice. Your Success. The Future We Build Together. 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. Software Powered by ICIMS Posted Date 59 minutes ago (8/31/2026 2:53 PM) Requisition
ID 2026-209799
Primary State/Province OH Primary City
COLUMBUS
Location (Posting Location) : Postal Code 43137 Category Drivers Regional/OTR Solo Employment Type Regular-Full time Travel Requirements Driver Position Code 1000017
