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CDL-A Truck Driver green card sponsorship follows the EB-3 skilled worker path: your employer files PERM labor certification with DOL, then an I-140 petition with USCIS, before you adjust status or complete consular processing. Per-country backlogs apply, so your nationality affects your timeline to permanent residence.
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Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL Truck Driver in Arlington, TX — 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/CDLhometime
Ryder Employees who Drive on this account earn $1400 or more Weekly and it gets better* Ryder Drivers are Paid Weekly
* $2,000 sign on bonus - 1/2 at 30 days 1/2 at 90 days
* Solo Miles Pay: $0.588 per Mile with 2200 Miles per Week
* Solo Stops Pay: $20.00 per Stop with 3 - 4 Stops per Week
* Schedule: Monday - Friday occasional Sunday run
* Start Time: 1:00 PM
Apply Here with Ryder Today
Spots are filling fast — click apply now to secure your spot. Questions? Call Angel or Text 'Arlington" to 904-659-5806 to speak with your recruiter today.
Choosing a driving career is a big decision. Respect for your talent and experience while being upfront about pay, routes, and schedules are priorities at Ryder.* Deliver SOLO To: Arlington to Midland
* Route: Local Home Daily
* Tractor Type: Day Cab
* Trailer Type: Dry Van 28' & 53’
* Freight: No Touch – Furniture
* Endorsements: Doubles Required
Ryder Drivers operate well-maintained, safe trucks, 36 months or newer with 24/7 Roadside Maintenance and fueling at over 800 nationwide maintenance locations.
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/
Autonomy on the road – Support behind the scenes. When becoming a Company Driver, Ryder purchases owner operator trucks while providing support during the transition and throughout your career.
Join a team that listens, backs you up and helps you grow. Ryder is a community of proud women and men in logistics, including many Military Reservists and Veterans.
Your contributions are recognized, valued, and appreciated. Let’s build futures together. Refer and get rewarded with unlimited bonuses up to $1,500 for every hired Driver.
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:
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- 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.
Position Description:
Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL Truck Driver in Arlington, TX — 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/CDLhometime
Ryder Employees who Drive on this account earn $1400 or more Weekly and it gets better* Ryder Drivers are Paid Weekly
* $2,000 sign on bonus - 1/2 at 30 days 1/2 at 90 days
* Solo Miles Pay: $0.588 per Mile with 2200 Miles per Week
* Solo Stops Pay: $20.00 per Stop with 3 - 4 Stops per Week
* Schedule: Monday - Friday occasional Sunday run
* Start Time: 1:00 PM
Apply Here with Ryder Today
Spots are filling fast — click apply now to secure your spot. Questions? Call Angel or Text 'Arlington" to 904-659-5806 to speak with your recruiter today.
Choosing a driving career is a big decision. Respect for your talent and experience while being upfront about pay, routes, and schedules are priorities at Ryder.* Deliver SOLO To: Arlington to Midland
* Route: Local Home Daily
* Tractor Type: Day Cab
* Trailer Type: Dry Van 28' & 53’
* Freight: No Touch – Furniture
* Endorsements: Doubles Required
Ryder Drivers operate well-maintained, safe trucks, 36 months or newer with 24/7 Roadside Maintenance and fueling at over 800 nationwide maintenance locations.
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/
Autonomy on the road – Support behind the scenes. When becoming a Company Driver, Ryder purchases owner operator trucks while providing support during the transition and throughout your career.
Join a team that listens, backs you up and helps you grow. Ryder is a community of proud women and men in logistics, including many Military Reservists and Veterans.
Your contributions are recognized, valued, and appreciated. Let’s build futures together. Refer and get rewarded with unlimited bonuses up to $1,500 for every hired Driver.
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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a CDL-A Truck Driver
Verify your CDL-A meets federal standards
Your Commercial Driver's License must be issued by a U.S. state authority before PERM can proceed. If you hold a foreign commercial license, confirm your state's reciprocity rules and complete any required skills testing before your employer opens a PERM case.
Search Migrate Mate for active green card sponsors
Filter for CDL-A Truck Driver roles on Migrate Mate, which lists U.S. employers with verified employment-based green card sponsorship history. Targeting companies that have completed PERM filings before cuts your negotiation time and reduces employer hesitation.
Prioritize carriers with DOT compliance programs
Trucking employers subject to DOT drug and hours-of-service audits already maintain detailed employment records. Those internal compliance systems make the PERM recruitment documentation requirement less burdensome, so these employers are more likely to follow through on sponsoring your I-140.
Confirm your wage offer against OFLC Wage Search
PERM requires your offered wage to meet or exceed the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location. Run the OFLC Wage Search yourself before accepting any offer so you can flag a shortfall before your employer submits the prevailing wage request to DOL.
File your I-485 as early as your priority date allows
Once your I-140 is approved and a visa number is current for your country, file your I-485 promptly. After it has been pending 180 days, AC21 job portability lets you move to a new trucking employer in a same or similar occupation without losing your place in line.
Get your credentials evaluated before employer talks
If your driving experience or any supporting credentials come from outside the U.S., obtain a formal equivalency evaluation from a NACES-member service. Having the evaluation ready when you approach employers removes a common objection that slows PERM filings for foreign-trained drivers.
Green Card CDL-A Truck Driver: Frequently Asked Questions
Can a trucking employer sponsor a CDL-A driver for a green card?
Yes. CDL-A Truck Driver qualifies under the EB-3 skilled worker category because it requires at least two years of specialized training or experience. Your employer files a PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor to prove no qualified U.S. worker was available, then files an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS. Per-country numerical limits mean your wait for a visa number depends on your nationality.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B sponsorship for truck drivers?
Green card sponsorship leads to lawful permanent residence, not a temporary status. CDL-A Truck Driver does not qualify for H-1B visa at all because it is not a specialty occupation requiring a bachelor's degree in a specific field. The EB-3 path involves PERM labor certification, an I-140 petition, and either adjustment of status or consular processing, with no lottery but subject to per-country annual limits.
Where can I find trucking employers willing to sponsor a green card?
Migrate Mate lists U.S. employers with verified employment-based green card sponsorship history, searchable by role and location. Targeting companies that have completed PERM filings in the past is the most efficient starting point because it confirms they understand the process and have worked with USCIS and DOL before.
What does the PERM process involve for a CDL-A Truck Driver role?
Your employer must obtain a prevailing wage determination from DOL, conduct a formal recruitment test to show no qualified U.S. worker applied and was rejected, then file ETA Form 9089 through the DOL FLAG system. The recruitment period must follow strict DOL rules on advertising channels and timing. Only after PERM is certified can your employer file the I-140 petition with USCIS on your behalf.
What happens to my green card case if I switch trucking employers?
Once your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for at least 180 days and your I-140 was approved, AC21 job portability allows you to change to a new employer in the same or a similar occupation without restarting the process. Your priority date from the original approved I-140 can also carry over to a new employer's petition, protecting your place in the backlog queue.