Driver, Regional Intermodal. (Class - A)

About the role

The regional drayage driver completes regional over-the-road container deliveries with consistent home time, prioritizing safety, efficiency, and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Operates semi-tractor trailers on regional over-the-road drayage routes.
• Drives in compliance with Hours of Service regulations, operating up to 11 hours following a minimum of 10 consecutive hours off duty.
• Performs local pickup and delivery (P&D) as assigned.
• Backs trailers safely and accurately to customer docks, ports, rail yards, and designated locations.
• Maintains full compliance with all Federal, State, and DOT safety regulations, demonstrating safe and professional driving behavior at all times.
• Communicates professionally, courteously, and effectively with customers, dispatchers, and company representatives.
• Coordinates loads, schedules, and routing with dispatch to ensure timely and efficient deliveries.
• Secures containerized and/or palletized freight properly, ensuring correct arrangement and balance of cargo.
• Conducts pre-trip and post-trip inspections and ensures mechanical issues are addressed prior to vehicle operation.
• Complies with all DOT requirements, including participation in random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing programs.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• CDL A License Required
• Current TWIC card required
• A minimum of 2 years CDL A driving experience within the last 4 years. 3+ years CDL A driving experience preferred.
• Meet D.O.T. qualification requirements, FMCSR 391.41.
• Experience in load securement, route planning, and navigating various road conditions.
• Exceptional customer service skills and the ability to handle sensitive cargo with care.
• Detail‑oriented mindset required.
• Physical demands: sit for extended periods; use hands and fingers to operate controls; reach with hands and arms; climb in/out of cab and trailer; stoop, kneel, bend, or crouch during inspections/coupling; communicate via CB radio or mobile devices; vision for distance and close work; able to carry/push/pull 1‑125 lb frequently, lift up to 50 lb; reach freight at waist level and occasionally above shoulder height or below waist; shift manual transmission and operate foot pedals (where applicable); frequently squat/crouch to handle freight; climb in/out of tractor 4‑6 ft, 8‑10 times daily with assistance; conduct pre‑trip inspection; hook/unhook combinations, operate landing gear, fifth wheel release, pintle‑hooks, fuel and check fluids; spend at least 5% of day standing and 5% walking on various surfaces; reach above shoulder, waist, and below waist for controls.
• Work environment: exposure to diesel fumes, airborne particles, occasional harsh weather; time inside cab (sitting, engine noise/vibration) and outside at customer sites, terminals, or roadways; noise levels vary from quiet in cab to moderate/loud at delivery/pick‑up locations.

Benefits

• Drivers start at $0.60 - $0.62 based on experience
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (eligible on the first of the month following 30 days of employment)
• Company paid short-term & long-term disability and life insurance
• 401K plan with up to 5% company match
• Generous PTO package – including vacation, sick time, birthday holiday, and 6 paid holidays a year
• Bi-weekly pay with Daily Pay options
• $1,000 Referral Bonus Program
• Cell phone allowance
• Paid orientation including transportation, lodging, and meals

Pay

For this position, the expected base pay range is $0.60 - $0.62 CPM. Actual compensation will