Local CDL-A Intermodal Driver – Home Daily

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Hammond, IN Until 9/26/2026 6+ years exp First posted July 28, 2026 Last posted July 28, 2026
Job description

Local CDL-A Intermodal Night Driver | Home Everyday

This dedicated night position offers container hauling out of Chicago rail yards with guaranteed daily home time, mileage bonuses, and steady regional loops.

Pay & Financial Incentives

  • Weekly Earnings: $1,200 – $1,400 gross average per week
  • Base Mileage Rate: Starts at $0.62 CPM
  • Per-Load Bonus: Additional $20.00 for each load handled
  • Night Shift Incentive: +$0.06 per mile bonus (Monday through Friday, 7 PM to 4 AM)
  • Weekend Shift Incentive: +$0.12 per mile bonus (Friday 7 PM through Monday 4 AM)

Job Details & Operations

  • Primary Routes: Transporting containers from Chicago rail terminals on regional loops throughout IL, WI, MI, IA, and IN.
  • Freight & Handling: Primarily heavy drop-and-hook work during night hours, with infrequent live loading or unloading.
  • Traffic & Driving: Typical Chicago route patterns planned to ensure you finish every shift at home.

Schedule & Home Time

  • Home Time: 100% Home Daily, every shift ends at home.
  • Shift Type: Dedicated Night Operations.
  • Work Schedule: Weekend shifts are standard to maintain continuous container movement.
  • Holidays: Scheduled for holidays only if they align with your routine work days.

Qualifications & Hiring Requirements

  • Valid Class A CDL alongside an active DOT Medical Card (no endorsements necessary).
  • Hiring Radius: Drivers must live within 25 miles of the Chicago terminal (Zip: 60608).
  • Driving Experience (Solo Drivers Only):
    • Minimum 6 months of verifiable CDL-A tractor-trailer driving within the past 3 years, OR
    • Minimum 12 months within the past 5 years.
    • (Trainee drivers and team configurations are not eligible for this account).
  • Safety & Background: Clear driving history, stable job record, and mandatory drug screening.

Corporate Benefits

  • Complete medical, vision, and dental insurance coverage.
  • 401(k) retirement plan featuring company match.
  • Paid Time Off (PTO).
  • 24/7 local dispatch assistance and driver support.

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About this role

Summary

Operate CDL-A truck hauling containers from Chicago rail yards, home daily, night shifts.

Job title

Local CDL-A Intermodal Driver – Home Daily

Experience level

6+ months or 12+ months within last 5 years

Minimum experience

6+ years exp

Industry

transportation

Location requirements

Drivers must live within 25 miles of Chicago terminal, remote work not allowed.

Salary

$1k+

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

CDL-ADOT Medical Cardsafe driving

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

intermodalnight drivingregional routes
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Hammond, IN, USA

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