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CDL-A Local Intermodal Container Shuttle Driver - Boise, ID
Hiring Area: Boise and Treasure Valley • Base: Boise–Nampa Area
Boise, ID Rail Container Shuttle Day-Cab Tractors
Move loaded and empty intermodal containers between the Nampa rail interchange and nearby distribution or industrial facilities. Earn $1,350–$1,650 weekly, with hourly pay, overtime after 40 hours and home-daily scheduling.
Weekly Gross
$1,350–$1,650
Estimated Annual: $70,200–$85,800
Hourly Pay $28.50–$31.00
Overtime 1.5× after 40 hours
Sign-On Bonus $750 after 90 days
Home Time Daily
Schedule Monday–Friday
Freight Intermodal Containers
Job Status: Currently Hiring
• Last Verified: October 12, 2026
This local CDL-A position supports container transfers between the Nampa rail interchange and commercial facilities across the Treasure Valley.
- Pick up and return loaded or empty containers according to dispatch instructions.
- Inspect chassis, tires, lights, locking devices and air connections before moving equipment.
- Verify container numbers, seals and interchange paperwork at facility gates.
- Complete warehouse deliveries, empty returns and staged container exchanges.
- Record electronic proof of delivery, interchange receipts and qualifying detention.
- Follow appointment windows, yard rules and customer-specific check-in procedures.
- Report equipment defects, unavailable containers and schedule changes to dispatch.
Drivers earn $28.50–$31.00 per hour, with overtime at 1.5 times the regular rate after 40 hours in a workweek. Weekly earnings depend on hours worked, terminal activity and completed assignments.
Hourly Rate $28.50–$31.00
Weekly Gross $1,350–$1,650
Annualized Gross $70,200–$85,800
Overtime 1.5× after 40 hours
Sign-On Bonus $750 after 90 days
Detention Pay $28/hour after 90 minutes, when eligible
Pay Frequency Weekly
Annual earnings are based on 52 weeks at the advertised weekly range and exclude bonuses. Detention eligibility follows account procedures.
Home Time Daily
Core Schedule Monday–Friday
Shift Length Approximately 9–11 hours
Start Time Usually 4:00–6:00 AM
Operating Area Boise–Nampa–Caldwell–Meridian
Weekend Coverage Occasional Saturday rotation
Start times can shift with rail releases and customer appointments. Daily home time is the normal schedule, subject to operating conditions.
Tractor Fleet 2020–2025 model years
Tractor Makes Freightliner Cascadia and Kenworth T680
Configuration Day cabs with automatic transmissions
Chassis Compatible with assigned container sizes
Driver Technology ELD, GPS, eDVIR and forward-facing camera
Safety Features Collision warning and lane-departure alert on equipped units
Truck Assignment Assigned when available; occasional slip-seating
Drivers perform required inspections and report defects. Company maintenance handles mechanical repairs and scheduled servicing.
Short-haul container transfers connect rail availability with warehouses, manufacturers and distribution facilities throughout the Boise metropolitan area.
- Nampa rail interchange – Boise industrial area: I-84 eastbound, followed by local access roads to customer facilities.
- Nampa – Meridian distribution facilities: I-84 and I-184, with local industrial-street access.
- Nampa – Caldwell warehouse corridor: I-84 westbound and local approaches to receiving facilities.
- Nampa – southwest Boise industrial sites: I-84 eastbound and connecting city arterials.
Actual assignments depend on container availability, receiving appointments and dispatch priorities. Loads may require an empty return or a second pickup rather than a direct round trip.
- Complete the pre-trip inspection and receive the first dispatch assignment.
- Check in at the rail facility and verify the container and chassis details.
- Transport the container to the assigned warehouse or industrial receiver.
- Follow the customer’s gate, appointment and unloading procedures.
- Obtain electronic delivery or interchange confirmation before departing.
- Return an empty container or collect the next available load.
- Report holds, delays and equipment problems before they affect the next appointment.
- Return to the yard, complete post-trip records and close out the shift.
About the Carrier
This regional trucking operation supports recurring freight movements between rail-served facilities and commercial customers across southwestern Idaho. The local intermodal account focuses on reliable container transfers, equipment availability and consistent communication with dispatch. Drivers work with a practical fleet of maintained day-cab tractors and container chassis suited to short-haul assignments. Daily operations combine scheduled warehouse appointments with rail interchange pickups and empty-container returns. Workload can vary when train arrivals change or customers adjust receiving windows, so drivers need to be comfortable with yard procedures, close-quarters maneuvering and schedule updates. The operation is designed around local routes and regular home time rather than long-haul assignments.
Medical / Dental / Vision Available after 60 days
401(k) Company match up to 4% after one year
Paid Time Off Accrued vacation and eligible company holidays
Safety Incentive Up to $400 quarterly, subject to program rules
Orientation Paid onboarding and account-specific training
Work Equipment Uniform allowance and required basic PPE
- Valid Class A CDL and current DOT medical certification.
- At least one year of verifiable tractor-trailer experience.
- Previous intermodal, drayage or container-chassis experience preferred.
- Acceptable motor vehicle record and employment history.
- Ability to maneuver trailers safely in confined yards and loading areas.
- Compliance with FMCSA requirements, drug and alcohol screening, and Clearinghouse procedures.
- TWIC and HazMat endorsements are not routinely required for this inland account.
- Late rail releases or container holds can reduce completed moves.
- Gate queues and chassis availability affect interchange turnaround times.
- Warehouse appointment conflicts can create extended receiving waits.
- I-84 traffic and road construction may disrupt planned delivery sequences.
- Winter snow, ice and freezing conditions can slow yard maneuvering and inspections.
1
Application
Submit CDL details, employment history and contact information.
2
Recruiter Review
Discuss driving experience, pay structure and schedule availability.
3
Qualification Check
Complete MVR, employment and required compliance checks.
4
Screening & Orientation
Complete required testing, account training and equipment familiarization.
Q: How much can a local intermodal driver earn in Boise? ▼
The advertised gross range is $1,350–$1,650 per week. Earnings depend on hours worked, overtime eligibility and completed assignments.
Q: Is overtime available? ▼
Yes. The pay structure provides overtime at 1.5 times the regular hourly rate after 40 hours in a workweek, subject to applicable rules.
Q: Will I be home every night? ▼
Daily home time is the normal arrangement. Rail delays, weather or unusual operating conditions may occasionally affect the end of a shift.
Q: Do I need previous intermodal experience? ▼
One year of tractor-trailer experience is required. Previous intermodal, drayage or container-chassis experience is preferred because the job involves rail gates and equipment exchanges.
Q: Is a TWIC card required? ▼
A TWIC card is not routinely required for this inland rail account. Additional credentials may be necessary if an assignment or facility has separate access requirements.
Q: What areas do drivers cover? ▼
The normal service area includes Boise, Nampa, Caldwell and Meridian, with assignments determined by rail releases and customer appointments.
Q: What equipment will I operate? ▼
Drivers operate Freightliner Cascadia or Kenworth T680 day cabs with automatic transmissions and compatible container chassis. A permanent truck assignment depends on availability.
Q: What happens when a container or train is delayed? ▼
Dispatch may change the delivery sequence, assign an available empty return or redirect the driver to another ready container. Waiting time depends on the cause and applicable detention rules.
The Boise–Nampa market offers a varied but geographically concentrated selection of Class A driving jobs. Local delivery, private-fleet transportation, LTL pickup and delivery, construction hauling, food distribution and regional truckload work provide alternatives to long-haul employment. Employers compete for drivers who can maintain safe records, manage customer appointments and work reliably across changing shifts. Hourly pay with overtime is common in local dedicated operations, while regional and OTR positions more often use mileage-based or activity-based compensation. Home-daily schedules are available, although early starts, split shifts or occasional weekend coverage may be part of the arrangement. Specialized endorsements and equipment experience can improve access to fuel, tanker, doubles and certain industrial accounts. Demand varies with freight volumes, construction activity and seasonal distribution needs, so drivers should compare guaranteed schedules and compensation rules rather than headline earnings alone.
The Treasure Valley's distribution, food processing, manufacturing, agricultural supply and building-material businesses generate a mix of local and regional freight. Interstate 84 links Boise and Nampa with eastern Idaho, eastern Oregon and longer-haul connections toward Utah, while I-184 and the local arterial network serve metropolitan distribution facilities. The Boise Valley Railroad and its connection with Union Pacific in the Nampa area support regional rail freight and associated container transfers. Intermodal work connects rail availability with warehouses and industrial receivers; dry vans serve packaged goods and retail distribution, reefers support temperature-sensitive products, and flatbeds carry construction materials and industrial loads. Customer appointments, container release timing and chassis availability can determine daily productivity. Winter ice, occasional snow and changing road conditions may slow yard work, while agricultural and construction activity can create seasonal shifts in equipment demand.