CDL Driver Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
CDL Driver jobs with visa sponsorship are available through H-2B visa and TN visas, with some permanent roles qualifying for EB-3 green card sponsorship. Employers in freight, logistics, and specialized transport are the most active sponsors. No degree is required, but a valid Commercial Driver's License is mandatory.
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Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL Truck Driver in LaVegrne, TN — 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/StayingPower
- Ryder Drivers are Paid Weekly
- $2500 Sign on Bonus
- $1000 Annual Safety Bonus
- Hourly Based Pay
- 40+ Hours per week
- OT Pay after 40 hours
- Schedule: Monday – Friday
- Hours: Primarily Early AM Dispatch
Apply Here with Ryder Today
Spots are filling fast — click apply now to secure your spot.
For more information - Call or Text at
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.
- Delivers Solo to: TN, KY, GA
- Route: Home Daily
- Tractor Type: Day Cab
- Trailer Type: 48-53ft Dry Vans w/lift gates
- Equipment: None
- Freight: Touch
Ryder Drivers operate well-maintained, safe trucks 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 LaVegrne, TN — 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/StayingPower
- Ryder Drivers are Paid Weekly
- $2500 Sign on Bonus
- $1000 Annual Safety Bonus
- Hourly Based Pay
- 40+ Hours per week
- OT Pay after 40 hours
- Schedule: Monday – Friday
- Hours: Primarily Early AM Dispatch
Apply Here with Ryder Today
Spots are filling fast — click apply now to secure your spot.
For more information - Call or Text at
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.
- Delivers Solo to: TN, KY, GA
- Route: Home Daily
- Tractor Type: Day Cab
- Trailer Type: 48-53ft Dry Vans w/lift gates
- Equipment: None
- Freight: Touch
Ryder Drivers operate well-maintained, safe trucks 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 Visa Sponsorship as a CDL Driver
Get your CDL credentials transfer-ready
Foreign commercial licenses aren't accepted in the U.S. You'll need to pass the CDL knowledge and skills tests in the state where your employer is based before you can legally drive. Start this process as soon as you have a job offer confirmed.
Target seasonal and regional freight employers
H-2B sponsorship is most common with employers who have documented temporary or seasonal driver shortages. Agricultural transport, holiday freight carriers, and construction logistics companies file the most H-2B temporary labor certifications with DOL for CDL roles.
Verify employer wage compliance before accepting
H-2B and EB-3 sponsors must pay the prevailing wage for your CDL classification and work location. Cross-check the offered rate against the OFLC Wage Search using the correct occupational code for heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers to confirm compliance.
Understand the H-2B cap and filing window
H-2B visas are capped at 66,000 per year, split across two half-year periods. If your employer misses the filing window for your start date, you may face a months-long delay. Confirm your employer has submitted the temporary labor certification to DOL well in advance.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsors with CDL filing history
CDL sponsorship is concentrated in specific freight corridors and employer types. Search Migrate Mate's database of employers with verified visa sponsorship history to identify companies that have actively filed for driver roles, so you're targeting realistic opportunities rather than guessing.
Prepare your DOT medical certificate before the interview
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration rules require a current DOT physical and medical certificate for CDL holders. Employers expect this document on file before they'll extend an offer. Getting it done early signals you're work-ready and prevents delays in the sponsorship paperwork timeline.
Frequently Asked Questions
What visa types support CDL Driver sponsorship in the U.S.?
CDL Drivers are most commonly sponsored through H-2B visas for temporary or seasonal positions, or EB-3 green cards for permanent roles. TN status is available to Canadian and Mexican nationals if the specific occupation falls on the USMCA list, though standard truck driving roles do not qualify. H-1B visa does not apply because CDL driving is not a specialty occupation requiring a bachelor's degree.
Do I need a degree to get visa sponsorship as a CDL Driver?
No degree is required. EB-3 skilled worker sponsorship requires at least two years of relevant experience but no academic credential. For H-2B, the employer just needs to demonstrate that qualified U.S. workers aren't available for the role. Your Commercial Driver's License, clean driving record, and any endorsements (hazmat, tanker, doubles) are what employers actually evaluate.
How do I find employers actively sponsoring CDL Driver visas?
Migrate Mate lists U.S. employers with verified visa sponsorship filing history, searchable by role and location, so you can focus on companies that have actually sponsored drivers rather than cold-applying to carriers with no sponsorship track record.
Will my foreign commercial driver's license count toward U.S. CDL requirements?
No. The U.S. does not recognize foreign commercial licenses for operating commercial motor vehicles domestically. You'll need to pass the written knowledge tests and a skills test in the state where you'll be working. Some states allow you to waive the skills test if you hold a valid license from Canada, but you still need to pass the knowledge exam and obtain a U.S. CDL before starting work.
What documents does the employer need to file for H-2B CDL Driver sponsorship?
The employer must first obtain a temporary labor certification from DOL, demonstrating that no qualified U.S. workers are available and that hiring you won't adversely affect wages or working conditions. They then file I-129 with USCIS. For EB-3 permanent sponsorship, the process starts with PERM labor certification through DOL before the USCIS petition. You'll need your CDL, DOT medical certificate, and driving record as part of the supporting documentation.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored CDL Driver jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.