🗺 Location & Routes
- Base city: San Bernardino, CA
- Route type: Regional Dedicated Auto Transport
- Freight: New & used vehicle transport (ports, rail yards, dealer networks)
- Schedule: Early dispatch cycles aligned with port releases and dealer receiving hours
📋 Job Description
- Load and secure vehicles at LA/Long Beach port terminals and Inland Empire rail yards under strict damage-free handling procedures
- Transport multi-vehicle loads across Southern California dealer and auction networks using 7–10 car haulers
- Perform detailed pre-trip and post-trip inspections on high-value automotive freight
- Navigate congested freight corridors including I-10, I-15, and CA-60 during peak port release cycles
- Coordinate with dispatch on live dealer delivery windows and adjust routes due to yard congestion or port delays
- Maintain accurate condition reports for every vehicle delivered to dealerships and fleet customers
✅ Requirements
CDL Class A
Valid CDL-A license required
Experience
1+ year CDL-A experience preferred (auto transport strongly preferred)
Age
Minimum 21 years old
MVR
Clean driving record, no major violations
Physical
Frequent vehicle securement, climbing ramps, chain/strap handling
Endorsements
None required (auto transport experience preferred)
🚛 Equipment & Fleet
- Freightliner Cascadia and Kenworth T680 mixed fleet (2022–2025 units with active wear patterns)
- Multi-level 7–10 car hauler trailers with hydraulic lift systems and strap securement gear
- Mixed ELD systems (Samsara, Omnitracs) with periodic GPS signal drops in port congestion zones
🏠 Home Time
- Home daily depending on route assignment within Inland Empire and LA basin
- Occasional every-other-day cycles during peak port import surges
📍 Real Routes Our Drivers Take
- San Bernardino, CA → Port of Long Beach, CA (I-10 W / I-710 S – import vehicle pickup cycle)
- San Bernardino, CA → Fontana Rail Yard, CA (CA-210 / I-10 connector – rail-to-truck transfers)
- San Bernardino, CA → Orange County Dealer Network, CA (I-15 S / CA-60 W – dealership deliveries)
🎁 Benefits & Bonus Structure
💰 Bonus Structure
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is prior auto transport experience required?
Not required, but strongly preferred due to securement complexity and port operations.
How predictable are the routes?
Routes are structured around port releases and dealer demand, but traffic and yard delays are common.
What type of freight is hauled?
Mainly new and used vehicles moving from ports, rail yards, auctions, and dealerships.
What is the typical workday like?
8–12 hour shifts with early dispatch and multiple stops across Southern California logistics hubs.
What equipment will I operate?
Multi-car auto haulers with hydraulic loading systems and mixed fleet tractors.
Are delays common?
Yes, port congestion, rail delays, and dealership unloading windows frequently impact timing.
💼 Career Opportunities
This CDL-A auto transport position in San Bernardino operates inside one of the most active vehicle logistics ecosystems in the United States. Drivers begin in regional dealer network routes but can expand into dedicated port contracts, high-value fleet transport, and specialized OEM relocation work over time. The Inland Empire serves as a critical transition zone between LA/Long Beach port imports and nationwide distribution, creating consistent freight demand but also requiring adaptability to congestion and timing variability. Experienced drivers often move into trainer roles, dispatch coordination, or dedicated automotive accounts handling corporate fleets and auction contracts. While advancement is available, it depends on safety performance, securement accuracy, and reliability under port-driven schedules. This role is designed for drivers who prefer structured regional freight with high-volume consistency rather than long-haul unpredictability.
🔗 CDL-A Auto Transport Driver – San Bernardino, CA
San Bernardino CDL-A auto transport drivers are essential to the Southern California vehicle logistics ecosystem, moving thousands of imported and domestic vehicles daily between ports, rail yards, and dealership networks. This regional role is built around the I-10 and I-15 freight corridors, connecting the Port of Los Angeles and Long Beach with Inland Empire staging hubs. Drivers handle structured yet high-pressure automotive freight cycles driven by import surges, auction turnover, and dealership demand. With weekly earnings ranging from $1,600–$2,200 and consistent home time, this position offers stability within one of the busiest freight regions in the country. The fleet includes modern but actively used car haulers, requiring strong securement skills and attention to detail. If you're looking for CDL-A jobs in San Bernardino, CA or truck driving jobs in California with automotive specialization, this role delivers steady regional freight and strong industry demand.
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