CDL Class A Truck Driver

Job Description

Job Description

Drive Your Future : Specialized Intermodal CDL-A Driver - Home Daily with Guaranteed Pay!

Are you a skilled and dedicated CDL Class A Intermodal driver seeking a consistent, rewarding 1099 contract opportunity that gets you home every night? Zion Freight is actively looking for experienced Intermodal Local / Regional Drivers to join our growing team! If you're ready to safely operate a heavy-duty day cab tractor, expertly handle 20', 40', and 45' containers, and enjoy the stability of guaranteed weekly pay in a focused intermodal operation, then we want to partner with you.

Who We Are : Zion Freight is a dynamic and reliable logistics partner, committed to efficient intermodal operations and supporting our independent contractors. We value safety, dedication, and a strong work ethic, and we're excited to offer a consistent opportunity for drivers who specialize in intermodal freight and want to be home with their families every night.

About This Specialized Opportunity : As a 1099 contractor Intermodal Local / Regional Driver, you will be at the core of our container transport operations. You will be responsible for safely operating a day cab tractor truck, delivering intermodal containers (20', 40', and 45') to local and regional rail yards, ports, and customer locations. Our routes are specifically designed for intermodal efficiency, meaning driver unload is never required or expected , and you'll consistently be home every night! This role offers the perfect balance of challenging regional intermodal work with the comfort of daily home time.

What You'll Do (Responsibilities) :

Safely operate a heavy-duty tractor-trailer truck, adhering to all traffic laws and regulations, with a focus on intermodal operations.

Properly track and maintain your activity log and necessary documentation for container movements.

Communicate effectively with dispatch, promptly reporting any issues or incidents related to intermodal freight.

Conduct thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections, specifically tailored for intermodal equipment.

What We're Looking For (Qualifications) :

Essential Experience : A minimum of 1 year of verifiable, hands-on intermodal driving experience is required.

Licensing : Possess a valid CDL Class A commercial driver's license .

Physical Capability : Ability to handle the physical demands of intermodal work, including climbing in and out of the truck and safely connecting / disconnecting chassis and containers.

Work Ethic : A strong work ethic, reliability, and a willingness to operate regionally and return home daily.

Safety Focus : A commitment to safe driving practices and adherence to all DOT regulations, particularly within intermodal environments.

Why Partner with Zion Freight?

Weekly Pay : $1,100 - $1,300 per week!

Home Every Night : Our dedicated local and regional intermodal routes ensure you're always home daily.

Paid Holidays : Benefit from paid holidays as a valued contractor.

No Driver Unload : Focus on driving specialized intermodal freight; unloading is not part of your responsibilities.

Consistent Intermodal Work : Be part of a reliable operation with steady container freight.

Ready to take control of your career with consistent, specialized intermodal work and daily home time? Apply today to become an Intermodal Local / Regional Driver with Zion Freight!