🗺 Location & Routes
- Base city: San Bernardino, CA
- Route type: Local Intermodal Port Drayage (Home Daily)
- Freight: Import/export ocean containers, chassis drayage, rail intermodal freight
- Schedule: Appointment-based port dispatch, 8–12 hour cycles, early AM or overnight rotations
📋 Job Description
- Move import/export containers between Port of Los Angeles/Long Beach and Inland Empire rail ramps.
- Coordinate gate entry, chassis pickup, and container check-in at congested marine terminals.
- Stage and deliver freight between BNSF San Bernardino and Union Pacific intermodal yards.
- Navigate high-density freight corridors including I-710, I-10, and CA-60 under port appointment timing.
- Perform drop-and-hook container operations with frequent dispatch adjustments due to port delays.
- Maintain compliance with port security, TWIC verification, and documentation procedures.
✅ Requirements
CDL Class A
Valid CDL-A license required
Experience
6–12 months CDL-A experience preferred (port drayage a plus)
Age
Minimum 21 years old
MVR
Clean driving record, no major violations
Physical
Chassis handling, container coupling, occasional yard checks
Endorsements
TWIC preferred
🚛 Equipment & Fleet
- Freightliner Cascadia and Kenworth T680 mixed fleet (active rotation units)
- Samsara / Omnitracs ELD systems with port-restricted GPS tracking
- Chassis and container combinations with varying wear from high-frequency port cycles
🏠 Home Time
- Home daily with return to San Bernardino yard after shifts
- Occasional delays due to port congestion and appointment backlog
📍 Real Routes Our Drivers Take
- Port of Los Angeles (San Pedro) → San Bernardino BNSF Yard via I-710 N / I-10 E
- Long Beach Terminal Island → Ontario DC hubs via I-710 / CA-60 corridor
- San Bernardino Rail Ramp → Inland Empire warehouses (Fontana, Rialto) via I-10 / I-215
🎁 Benefits & Bonus Structure
💰 Bonus Structure
Port drayage operations include performance-based incentives tied to efficiency, safety compliance, and detention conditions at congested terminals.
📝 Hiring Process
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need port experience?
Preferred but not required. Drivers are trained on port gate procedures and chassis operations.
How consistent is the home time?
This is a home daily position, but port congestion can occasionally extend shifts.
What kind of freight will I haul?
Mostly import/export ocean containers moving between ports, rail ramps, and Inland Empire warehouses.
How are drivers paid?
Combination of per-container pay plus detention and performance-based bonuses.
What equipment will I drive?
Mixed fleet tractors with chassis trailers and container handling systems.
Are delays common at ports?
Yes, port congestion is normal in LA/Long Beach and affects dispatch timing.
💼 Career Opportunities
This Intermodal CDL-A Driver role in San Bernardino places drivers at the center of the busiest port logistics system in the United States. Daily operations support continuous container movement between the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach and Inland Empire rail infrastructure. Drivers gain exposure to high-frequency drayage cycles, rail ramp coordination, and warehouse distribution networks that keep Southern California freight flowing year-round. Over time, drivers may transition into dedicated port accounts, rail coordination roles, or senior dispatch support positions depending on operational needs and performance. Some drivers move into trainer roles or specialized hazardous/priority container lanes, while others expand into regional intermodal operations across California and Nevada corridors. This is a practical, high-volume logistics environment where experience directly translates into broader freight opportunities, though scheduling, congestion, and terminal delays remain part of daily operations.
🔗 Intermodal CDL-A Driver – Ports of LA/Long Beach | Home Daily – San Bernardino, CA
San Bernardino CDL-A drivers operate at the core of Southern California’s import/export freight network, moving containers between the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach and Inland Empire rail hubs. This local intermodal position is built around high-frequency port drayage, where consistent freight demand is driven by global shipping volume, retail distribution cycles, and rail congestion feeding truck demand. Drivers work structured appointments through major corridors including I-710, I-10, and CA-60, navigating heavy port traffic, chassis shortages, and terminal delays. Despite congestion challenges, this role offers stable home daily scheduling, predictable weekly earnings of $1,400–$1,800, and access to one of the most active logistics regions in the country. It is ideal for CDL-A drivers looking to build consistent port and rail experience while staying within the Inland Empire freight ecosystem.
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