Posted August 27, 2026
Truck Driver CDL A Floater
Ryder System
Naugatuck, Connecticut 06770, United States
Full-Time
64000.00 - 76000.00
Reference: 3162390726
Ryder System is hiring a Truck Driver CDL A Floater with no weekend work. In this role, you will safely operate tractor-trailers, covering multiple local and regional routes as business needs change. Responsibilities include pre/post-trip inspections, complying with DOT regulations, securing freight, and completing electronic logs and paperwork. You'll work closely with dispatch and customers, adjusting routes to meet service goals. Ryder offers a safety-first, team-oriented culture with stable schedules, modern equipment, and opportunities to grow your driving career.
Responsibilities
- Safely operate CDL A tractor-trailers as a floater driver covering multiple routes and customers with no weekend schedules
- Perform pre- and post-trip inspections, ensuring vehicles meet Ryder safety and DOT standards
- Transport freight between warehouses, customer sites, and distribution centers on time and in full
- Secure loads, verify documentation, and complete electronic logs and delivery paperwork accurately
- Communicate with dispatch, operations, and customers to adjust routes and resolve issues in real time
- Follow all DOT regulations, company policies, and customer site procedures
- Report equipment issues promptly and coordinate maintenance with Ryder service teams
- Provide professional, courteous service representing Ryder at customer locations
Required Skills
- CDL A tractor-trailer driving
- DOT regulations compliance
- Electronic logging devices (ELDs)
- Freight securement
- Vehicle inspection and safety checks
- Route planning and navigation
- Time management and on-time delivery
- Basic truck maintenance reporting
- Customer service and communication
- Load documentation and paperwork
