🗺 Location & Routes
- Base city: Jacksonville, FL
- Route type: Local Port Drayage
- Freight: ISO container drayage (20’, 40’, 45’)
- Schedule: Variable starts 5:00 AM – 10:00 AM
📋 Job Description
- Pickup loaded ISO containers at JAXPORT terminals
- Deliver to Jacksonville distribution centers and warehouses
- Perform chassis swaps at private yards and rail ramps
- Return empties to port staging areas or export lots
- Handle 2–4 container turns per shift based on vessel schedule
- Coordinate with dispatch for real-time port updates
- Complete required port security and ELD logs
✅ Requirements
CDL Class A
Valid CDL-A license required
Experience
Port drayage experience preferred
Age
Minimum 21 years old
MVR
Clean driving record, no major violations
Physical
Ability to handle variable dispatch timing
Endorsements
TWIC card mandatory
🚛 Equipment & Fleet
- Truck assignment: International LT Day Cab tractors
- Fleet average age: 3–5 years
- Features: Geotab tracking and port ELD integration
- Transmission type: Automatic
- Maintenance program: Company shop with preventive schedule
🏠 Home Time
- Home daily after completion of assigned turns
- Typical shifts run 8–10 hours with possible extensions
- Start times vary with vessel arrivals
- Weekend work required during peak import periods
📍 Real Routes Our Drivers Take
- JAXPORT Blount Island to Jacksonville industrial warehouses via I-95
- Dames Point Terminal to local rail ramps and distribution yards
- Jacksonville container moves to Savannah overflow lanes when needed
🎁 Benefits & Bonus Structure
📝 Hiring Process
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many container turns can drivers expect per day?
Most drivers complete 2–4 turns depending on port congestion and vessel schedules at JAXPORT terminals.
Is detention pay offered for port or warehouse delays?
Yes, detention pay applies after reasonable free time at terminals and customer facilities.
What are the typical shift start times?
Dispatch windows run between 5:00 AM and 10:00 AM based on daily vessel arrivals and customs processing.
Are loads no-touch or do drivers assist with securing?
Primarily no-touch container moves, but drivers handle chassis positioning and basic securement verification.
How does port congestion affect daily workload?
Congestion can extend shifts, but dispatch provides real-time updates to maximize turns within the local area.
Is TWIC card sponsorship available?
Drivers must possess a valid TWIC card prior to start; clearance support is provided for processing.
💼 Career Opportunities
Jacksonville port operations serve as a strong foundation for experienced CDL-A drivers seeking advancement in Southeast logistics. Many move into lead driver roles coordinating yard operations or specialized container handling. Opportunities exist to transition into driver trainer positions supporting new port hires or safety coordinator roles focused on terminal compliance. With ongoing expansion at JAXPORT and regional distribution growth, drivers can explore fleet supervisor paths or dedicated account management. The local intermodal network also opens doors to cross-training on rail ramp and warehouse logistics, building skills valued across Florida and neighboring states. Long-term stability comes from consistent import/export volumes and infrastructure investments driving steady demand for skilled operators.
🔗 Local CDL-A Port Drayage Driver – Jacksonville, FL
Jacksonville CDL-A drivers needed for steady port drayage work moving import and export containers through JAXPORT terminals. This local home daily position offers $1,400–$1,850 weekly pay with automatic International LT day cabs averaging 3-5 years old. Drivers handle short-haul moves between Blount Island, Dames Point terminals, rail ramps, and Northeast Florida warehouses along I-95 corridors. TWIC card is required and port experience helps navigate dynamic vessel schedules. Expect 8-10 hour shifts with variable starts and occasional weekend work during peak seasons. The operation focuses on efficient container turns with Geotab tracking and full ELD compliance. Weekly pay, safety bonuses, and medical benefits included. Ideal for drivers seeking consistent local freight without long-haul time away from home in the growing Jacksonville logistics market.
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