Truck driver-over-the-road jobs in Athens, GA

Immediate opening for a Regional Class A CDL Truck Driver and we want the right Driver to join us in Buford, GA! **************************************** Ryder Employees who Drive on this account earn up to $1500 weekly average and it gets better Driver Positions Pay Weekly Schedule: Monday to Friday - OT opportunities available Solo Miles Pay: $0.50 per Mile Sign On Bonus: Pays you $1000 at 30 days and $1000 at 90 days Per Diem: $40.00 per night that you are out Start Time: 4:00 AM - 6:00 AM Stop applying to companies that don't have your best interest in mind. We promise transparency and want you to have the actual pay and route details upfront making your decision to join our team easy. Deliver To: GA, AL, TN, NC, SC Route: Regional with 2 - 3 layovers a week Tractor Type: Sleeper & Day Cab Automatics Trailer Type: 53' Dry Van Freight: Touch - Office Supplies using manual pallet jack We have all the benefits other carriers do without the wait: BOOT ALLOWANCE PROVIDED Paid Personal Time Off Starts at Day 1 - 80 hours accrued in First Year DO NOT LOSE Paid Personal Time Policy - We encourage you to use Vacation Time earned. If you decide not to use it - we pay you the remaining balance at your hourly pay rate. Medical, Dental, Vision Start at 30 Days We love our Ryder babies and offer 12 weeks of PAID Maternity Leave for qualifying employees (eligibility requirements, including work tenure, apply) Immediate 401k rollover and contributions with company match at one year Quality Employee Discounts that actually save you Money on Tools, Cars, Hotels Worldwide, Electronics/Appliances, Cell Phones, Travel and more Ryder Drivers are the Captain of the Ship - OUR DRIVERS make decisions to keep yourself and others safe and we protect your job when you do Click here to see all Ryder Driving Opportunities:*************************** We will buy your truck if you're looking to switch from Owner Operator to a Company Employee Driver, we will help make the switch even easier. We want YOU to join our family made up of Proud Women and Men in Logistics who work alongside Military Reserve and Veterans we hire everyday We pay Unlimited 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 4 weeks ago (11/7/2025 3:14 PM) Requisition ID 2025-191133 Primary State/Province GA Primary City BUFORD Location (Posting Location) : Postal Code 30519 Category Drivers Regional/OTR Solo Employment Type Regular-Full time Travel Requirements Driver Position Code 1000998