🗺 Location & Routes
- Base city: Miami, FL
- Route type: Local home-daily intermodal drayage
- Freight: Ocean containers, rail intermodal freight, retail import goods
- Schedule: Port and rail cycle-driven dispatch with early morning container waves
📋 Job Description
- Move import/export containers between PortMiami, rail ramps, and nearby distribution yards
- Handle fast drop-and-hook chassis rotations tied to vessel and train arrival windows
- Work closely with dispatch to manage congestion at gates and terminal release timing
- Perform seal checks, container inspection, and basic documentation at pickup/drop-off
- Navigate heavy freight corridors while adapting to port delays and rail scheduling shifts
- Maintain consistent turnaround flow during peak import surges across South Florida
✅ Requirements
CDL Class A
Valid CDL-A license required
Experience
Preferred 1+ year drayage experience, training available
Age
Minimum 21 years old
MVR
Clean driving record preferred, no major violations
Physical
Container pinning, chassis checks, light securement tasks
Endorsements
TWIC preferred/required for port access
🚛 Equipment & Fleet
- Freightliner Cascadia (2022–2025) mixed with Kenworth T680 units depending on yard rotation
- Port chassis equipment with signs of regular wear from high-volume container cycling
- ELD systems (Samsara / Omnitracs mix) with occasional dispatch signal delays near port zones
🏠 Home Time
- Home every single day after container rotation completion
- Early morning start windows tied to vessel and rail arrivals
📍 Real Routes Our Drivers Take
- Miami, FL → Hialeah, FL (PortMiami container moves via I-95 freight corridor)
- Miami, FL → Medley, FL (warehouse distribution via SR-826 Palmetto Expressway loop)
- Miami, FL → Fort Lauderdale, FL (Port Everglades overflow container transfer via I-95 northbound)
🎁 Benefits & Bonus Structure
💰 Bonus Structure
📝 Hiring Process
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a TWIC card?
Yes, TWIC is required or must be obtained shortly after hiring for port access clearance.
How many container moves per day?
Typically 6–12 moves depending on port congestion and rail release timing.
Is this home daily work?
Yes, drivers return home every day after completing container rotations.
What causes delays?
Port congestion, vessel discharge timing, and rail ramp scheduling fluctuations.
Is experience required?
Preferred but not required — new drayage drivers can train on terminal procedures.
How fast is onboarding?
Usually a few days depending on background check and port clearance processing.
💼 Career Opportunities
This Miami intermodal role is more than just container hauling—it’s a direct entry point into South Florida’s port logistics ecosystem. Drivers who stay in this environment often progress into higher-paying dedicated port accounts, rail coordination positions, or specialized container dispatch roles. With time, many move into regional drayage supervision, trainer positions for new port drivers, or dedicated fleet assignments tied to high-volume import clients.
Miami’s freight network continues expanding due to rising international trade through PortMiami and Port Everglades, which creates long-term stability for experienced CDL-A drivers. Those who master chassis handling, TWIC compliance, and terminal flow coordination can easily transition into premium intermodal lanes or heavy import-export logistics contracts. The career path is structured, but flexible enough for drivers who prefer staying close to home while still operating in a high-demand freight environment.
🔗 CDL-A Intermodal Driver – Miami, FL
Miami CDL-A drivers working intermodal freight are part of one of the busiest import gateways in the United States. This local home-daily role keeps freight moving between PortMiami, rail ramps, and South Florida distribution centers. Drivers handle container chassis rotations, time-sensitive vessel unloads, and rail-bound shipments tied directly to national retail supply chains. With steady year-round freight demand, this position offers $1200–$1600 weekly earnings, structured dispatch cycles, and consistent access to modern interstate corridors like I-95 and SR-826. Unlike long-haul trucking, this job focuses on high-frequency short routes, tight scheduling, and real-time coordination with port and rail operations.
🚀 Apply for This CDL-A Position
Complete the form below to apply for CDL-A Intermodal Driver – Miami Rail & Port Container Network (FEC / CSX / NS) in Miami, FL.
