Job Openings CDL-A Local Intermodal Driver | Avenel, NJ | Home Daily | Earn $1,200–$1,800/Week

About the job CDL-A Local Intermodal Driver | Avenel, NJ | Home Daily | Earn $1,200–$1,800/Week

We're hiring Class A CDL Drivers for a local intermodal position based in Avenel, NJ. This opportunity offers daily home time, a 4-day work schedule, competitive mileage and load pay, and consistent intermodal freight.

Drivers haul intermodal containers between rail facilities and customer locations while enjoying three days off each week.

Pay & Compensation

  • Average Weekly Earnings: $1,200–$1,800
  • Mileage Pay: $0.61 CPM
  • Load Pay: $55 per load
  • Average Weekly Miles: 1,100–1,700 miles
  • Weekly direct deposit

Actual earnings vary based on miles driven, loads completed, and freight availability.

Home Time & Schedule

  • Home Daily
  • 4-Day Work Week
  • Schedule options:

    • Thursday–Sunday
    • Friday–Monday
  • Day and night shifts available
  • Holiday work is optional based on driver preference

What You'll Do

  • Safely operate a Class A tractor-trailer hauling intermodal containers
  • Complete approximately 3–4 or more trailer hookups per shift
  • Transport freight between rail yards, terminals, and customer locations
  • Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections
  • Maintain electronic logs and DOT compliance
  • Work with dispatch to ensure safe, on-time deliveries

Freight Details

  • No-touch intermodal container freight
  • Drop-and-hook freight
  • Live load and live unload opportunities
  • Preloaded containers
  • Consistent local routes

Hiring Area

Now hiring drivers within 50 miles of Avenel, NJ, including:

  • Avenel
  • Woodbridge
  • Edison
  • Elizabeth
  • Newark
  • Linden
  • Perth Amboy
  • Carteret
  • Rahway
  • Union
  • Surrounding New Jersey communities

Requirements

  • Valid Class A CDL
  • Minimum 6 months of tractor-trailer experience
  • Comfortable hauling intermodal containers
  • Able to complete multiple trailer hookups each shift
  • Available to work a weekend schedule
  • Must live within 50 miles of Avenel, NJ
  • Ability to pass DOT drug screening, background check, and company hiring requirements

Benefits

Eligible full-time drivers may receive:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Paid vacation
  • Paid holidays
  • Weekly direct deposit
  • Modern equipment
  • Consistent year-round freight
  • Career advancement opportunities

Why Drivers Apply

  • Home every day
  • 4-day work week
  • Earn $1,200–$1,800 per week
  • $55 per load plus $0.61 CPM
  • No-touch intermodal freight
  • Drop-and-hook freight
  • Three days off every week
  • Steady local work
  • Excellent work-life balance

Apply Today

If you have a Class A CDL and at least 6 months of tractor-trailer experience, apply today for this local intermodal driving opportunity in Avenel, NJ. Enjoy home daily routes, competitive pay, and a unique 4-day work schedule while building your driving career.