07/09/2026
A Day in the Life of a Ryder Driver Delivering Brick, Mortar & Block for Acme Brick – Lubbock, Texas
Before the sun gets too high over the South Plains, the day starts with a walk-around inspection of the truck, trailer, and truck-mounted forklift. Safety comes first. Tires, straps, lights, and equipment are checked before the first load rolls out.
Loaded with pallets of Acme Brick products, mortar, and block, the driver heads to construction sites across Lubbock and the surrounding area. Every load must arrive safely, on time, and ready for crews to get to work.
The photos show key parts of the job:
Securing the load – Heavy bulk bags of masonry material are strapped down and checked to ensure they remain stable during transit.
Unstrapping at the jobsite – Before unloading, each strap is carefully released while maintaining control of the load and following site safety procedures.
Operating the truck-mounted forklift – The Palfinger forklift is unloaded from the rear of the trailer and prepared for delivering materials exactly where the contractor needs them.
West Texas heat, dusty job sites, tight delivery locations, and changing schedules are all part of the routine. A successful driver must combine CDL driving skills, equipment operation, customer service, and constant attention to safety.
By the end of the day, dozens of tons of brick, mortar, and block may have been delivered to homes, schools, businesses, and construction projects throughout the region. While most people only see the finished buildings, Ryder drivers and Acme Brick delivery teams help make those projects possible one load at a time.
"From the yard to the jobsite—delivering quality materials safely, efficiently, and on time across West Texas." 🚛🧱🏗️
The images capture a real snapshot of that work: securing cargo, preparing for unloading, and deploying the truck-mounted forklift to place materials where builders need them most.