🗺 Location & Routes
- Base city: Mobile, AL
- Route type: Regional Intermodal
- Freight: Intermodal rail containers
- Schedule: 2–4 day cycles synchronized with rail
📋 Job Description
- Pulling loaded containers from Port of Mobile terminal gates
- Delivering chassis to Birmingham rail yards on tight cutoffs
- Coordinating drops at Jackson MS intermodal staging lanes
- Managing empty chassis returns to Gulfport area yards
- Executing port shuttle runs during peak import windows
- Performing pre-trip chassis inspections at rail ramps
✅ Requirements
CDL Class A
Valid CDL-A license required
Experience
1+ year intermodal or regional preferred
Age
Minimum 21 years old
MVR
Clean driving record, no major violations
Physical
Secure loads and perform chassis inspections
Endorsements
TWIC card required for port access
🚛 Equipment & Fleet
- Truck assignment: Dedicated Freightliner Cascadia
- Fleet average age: 2022–2025 models
- Features: Detroit DD15, APU units, chassis sensors
- Transmission type: Automatic DT12
- Maintenance program: Preventive cycles with high uptime focus
🏠 Home Time
- Return home after each 2–4 day regional loop
- Predictable downtime in Mobile between runs
- 2–3 full cycles per work week typical
- High predictability except during port congestion peaks
📍 Real Routes Our Drivers Take
- Mobile Port terminals to Birmingham rail yards via I-65 corridor with rail cutoff timing
- Port of Mobile container shuttles to Jackson MS intermodal facility and backhauls
- Gulf Coast logistics runs to staging yards in western Florida and Georgia corridors
🎁 Benefits & Bonus Structure
📝 Hiring Process
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How reliable is home time on this regional intermodal run?
Most drivers return home after each 2-4 day loop. Rail schedule coordination keeps home time predictable except during major port congestion periods.
What does detention pay look like for port and rail delays?
Detention is paid after standard free time at terminals and rail yards. High volume import cycles increase detention opportunities.
Is TWIC card required and how do I get one?
Yes, TWIC is mandatory for Port of Mobile access. Drivers without one can start the application process during onboarding.
What kind of freight volumes should I expect weekly?
Typical drivers complete 8-14 container moves per week depending on rail schedules and port throughput in the Southeast corridor.
Are the Freightliner Cascadias automatic and well maintained?
Yes, 2022-2025 models with DT12 automatics, APUs, and full preventive maintenance program focused on uptime.
How does seasonality affect this Southeast intermodal position?
Retail import peaks and automotive supply cycles increase volume during Q3-Q4. Slower periods offer more consistent home time.
💼 Career Opportunities
Mobile, Alabama intermodal drivers operate in a stable Southeast freight environment anchored by the Port of Mobile and connected rail networks. Consistent container flows from international shipping lines feed into CSX and Norfolk Southern yards in Birmingham and Jackson, creating steady work throughout the year. Drivers gain deep experience in terminal gate procedures, chassis management, and rail schedule coordination. Many experienced drivers move into lead driver or trainer roles after demonstrating strong on-time performance at port and rail facilities. The regional structure allows for operational knowledge of multiple Southeast corridors while maintaining regular home time in Mobile. Equipment modernization continues with newer Cascadia units featuring advanced ELD and geofencing systems that reduce idle time and improve efficiency. Peak retail and manufacturing cycles tied to Gulf Coast industry provide opportunities for higher earnings through detention and extra moves. Long-term stability comes from the essential role of intermodal in supporting Southeast supply chains. Drivers who master yard congestion patterns and appointment compliance often advance to dispatcher or operations support positions within the network.
🔗 Regional CDL-A Intermodal Rail Driver – Southeast Corridor – Mobile, AL
Mobile, AL CDL-A drivers are in high demand for regional intermodal rail positions connecting the Port of Mobile with inland Southeast rail hubs. This Regional CDL-A Intermodal Rail Driver role offers $1,300–$1,700 weekly pay based on container moves, detention, and rail schedule efficiency. Drivers operate modern 2022-2025 Freightliner Cascadia tractors with automatic transmissions pulling 20ft and 40ft chassis between port terminals, Birmingham rail yards, Jackson intermodal facilities, and Gulf Coast logistics points. TWIC card access is required for port operations. The position features 2–4 day cycles with strong home time back in Mobile after most regional loops. Operations focus on synchronized port-to-rail container flows, empty chassis repositioning, and tight appointment windows at major Southeast terminals. Alabama intermodal freight continues to grow with expanding port capacity and manufacturing activity across the region. Drivers experienced with chassis handling, yard moves, and ELD compliance thrive in this environment. This role delivers predictable regional mileage without coast-to-coast OTR demands while maintaining consistent weekly earnings potential through productive container turns and accessorial pay.
🚀 Apply for This CDL-A Position
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