🗺 Location & Operations Context
- Base hub: San Bernardino near Ontario International Airport (ONT)
- Freight ecosystem: Air cargo, cross-dock, Inland Empire distribution network
- Yard density: High-congestion staging lanes across Fontana, Rialto, Ontario corridors
- Shift logic: Flight-driven waves (overnight + early morning peaks)
📋 Job Description
- Move sealed air cargo pallets between ONT cargo terminals and regional DCs
- Perform rapid drop & hook operations in high-turn staging yards
- Coordinate dock scheduling during flight arrival waves
- Inspect trailer seals, landing gear, and security compliance points
- Operate I-10 / I-15 expedited freight corridors under time constraints
- Update ELD and airport logistics tracking systems in real time
✅ Requirements
CDL Class A
Required for all drivers
Experience
1+ year preferred in expedited or container freight
Age
21+ minimum requirement
MVR
Clean record required (security-sensitive freight)
Physical
Frequent coupling, backing, and yard movement
Endorsements
None required
🚛 Equipment & Fleet
- Truck assignment: Freightliner Cascadia / Volvo VNL day cab
- Fleet average age: 3–6 years
- Features: GPS tracking, airport compliance seals, YMS integration
- Transmission type: Automatic
- Maintenance program: Preventive + rapid-turn service cycles
🏠 Home Time
- Home daily in most dispatch cycles
- Occasional overnight based on flight wave delays
- Predictable weekday rotations with weekend coverage
- Schedule tied to 24/7 airport cargo operations
📍 Real Routes Our Drivers Take
- Ontario Airport (ONT) → Fontana Distribution Centers via I-10 corridor
- San Bernardino → Los Angeles Air Cargo terminals via I-10 West
- Inland Empire → Las Vegas cross-dock freight via I-15 North
- ONT → Phoenix regional air freight transfer via I-10 East
🎁 Benefits & Bonus Structure
📝 Hiring Process
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is CDL-A required?
Yes, a valid CDL-A license is mandatory for this air freight role.
Do I need experience?
Preferred 1+ year in trucking or expedited freight operations.
What is the workload like?
Fast-paced yard movement with time-sensitive dock scheduling.
What shifts are available?
Primarily overnight and early morning air cargo cycles.
Is overtime available?
Yes, based on flight volume and freight demand cycles.
What equipment is used?
Day cab tractors with sealed dry van air cargo trailers.
💼 Career Opportunities
Drivers entering this air cargo operation in the Inland Empire gain access to a freight network tied directly to Ontario International Airport’s continuous import and export cycles. This creates consistent demand for CDL-A drivers who can operate under strict timing constraints and coordinate efficiently with dock teams and warehouse dispatch systems. Over time, drivers may transition from yard shuttle work into dedicated regional lanes covering Southern California, Nevada, and Arizona distribution corridors. The operation supports internal progression into dispatcher roles, safety coordination, and fleet training positions as experience increases. Because freight volume is driven by e-commerce, medical supply chains, and high-value electronics, long-term stability remains strong across seasonal cycles. Drivers who demonstrate reliability in on-time performance and yard precision often move into higher-paying expedited or specialized freight assignments within the same network structure.
🔗 Air Cargo & Expedited Freight Driver – San Bernardino, CA
San Bernardino functions as a critical inland extension of Ontario International Airport’s air cargo system, where freight arrives in structured waves and must be redistributed rapidly to avoid delays across Western U.S. supply chains. This CDL-A role supports high-frequency shuttle operations between airport terminals, cross-dock facilities, and regional distribution centers across the Inland Empire. Drivers operate within tightly scheduled dispatch cycles tied to flight arrivals, requiring precision in staging, dock coordination, and freeway transit across the I-10 and I-15 corridors. Weekly pay ranges from $1,600 to $2,500 depending on volume and shift assignment, with steady home daily or every-other-day scheduling. The surrounding logistics ecosystem includes dense warehouse clusters in Fontana, Rialto, and Ontario, making this one of the most active freight corridors in Southern California. Stability is driven by continuous import flows, ensuring year-round demand for experienced CDL-A drivers in expedited freight operations.