⭐ Why Drivers Choose This Job
- Home every day, no long-haul weeks out
- Strong weekly pay even with port delays
- Drop & hook container freight keeps things simple
- Steady port volume from Asia import traffic
- Short regional loops between Tacoma and Seattle
- Predictable dispatch with appointment-based loads
- Less stress than long-haul OTR lifestyle
🗺 Location & Routes
- Base city: Seattle, WA
- Route type: Local Intermodal / Port Drayage
- Freight: Ocean containers (import/export)
- Schedule: Early AM dispatch, split shifts, appointment-based port gates
📋 Job Description
- Pick up and deliver ocean containers from port terminals
- Operate chassis pickup and drop systems
- Move freight between Seattle and Tacoma port corridor
- Enter port terminals with TWIC clearance compliance
- Handle appointment-based gate windows and schedules
- Complete digital logs and EDI documentation
- Navigate congestion-heavy I-5 industrial corridor
✅ Requirements
CDL Class A
Valid CDL-A license required
Experience
6+ months preferred (port/intermodal)
Age
Minimum 21 years old
MVR
Clean driving record required
Physical
Chassis hookup & securement tasks
Endorsements
TWIC card required
🚛 Equipment & Fleet
- Truck assignment: Freightliner Cascadia / Volvo VNL
- Fleet average age: 3–6 years
- Features: Day cab, automatic transmission, ELD, GPS port access system
🏠 Home Time
- Daily home return after shifts
- Occasional split-shift scheduling during peak port cycles
📍 Real Routes Our Drivers Take
- Port of Tacoma → Seattle Rail Ramp (Terminal 18–46 loop)
- Seattle Port Terminal → Kent Industrial Yard
- Auburn Distribution Hub → Federal Way Container Loop
🎁 Benefits & Bonus Structure
📝 Hiring Process
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is TWIC required?
Yes, TWIC card is mandatory for port access.
Is this home daily?
Yes, drivers return home every day.
What freight is hauled?
Ocean import/export shipping containers.
Are delays common?
Yes, port congestion and gate wait times occur regularly.
What experience is needed?
6+ months preferred, intermodal experience helpful.
Is freight seasonal?
Yes, peak import cycles increase volume during holidays.
🔗 CDL-A Port Drayage Container Driver — Seattle, WA
Seattle port drayage drivers are in constant demand due to high-volume container imports flowing through the Port of Seattle and Port of Tacoma corridor. This CDL-A local driving role focuses on short-haul container movements between marine terminals, rail ramps, and nearby distribution yards. Drivers operate mostly drop-and-hook freight with appointment-based schedules, but must adapt to port congestion, gate delays, and heavy I-5 traffic. Weather conditions in the Pacific Northwest, especially rain and winter slick roads, can impact turnaround times and yard operations. Peak shipping seasons tied to retail imports and holiday cycles increase freight volume and earnings potential. Drivers benefit from daily home time, competitive weekly pay, and a steady freight pipeline tied to Asia-Pacific trade lanes.
🚀 Apply for This CDL-A Position
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