CDL A Container Driver - TWIC Required

ProDrivers; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 72,800 - 77,350; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Retirement program options

Weekly pay every Friday

Free online skills and safety training

Job summary

A leading transportation company is seeking experienced CDL A Port & Rail Truck Drivers for 1st or 2nd shift positions in Newark, NJ, offering weekly pay between $1,600 and $1,700. Ideal candidates should possess a valid Class A CDL and have at least 12 months of port and rail experience and 24 months of tractor/trailer experience. This role includes working with no-touch freight and provides competitive incentives, including various pay structures for additional work. Apply today to secure this high-demand position.

Qualifications

• Must have 12 months of Port & Rail experience within the last 5 years.
• 24 months of Tractor/Trailer experience within the last 5 years.
• Consistent and stable work history is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage intermodal freight operations involving port and rail.
• Ensure delivery of containers with no touch freight.
• Follow a Monday–Friday schedule with potential for Saturday shifts.

Skills

Port & Rail Experience

Container Hauling

Drayage

Intermodal Operations

Education

Valid Class A CDL

Job description

CDL A Port & Rail Truck Driver – 1st or 2nd Shift – Earn $1,600–$1,700/Week – Newark, NJ

MUST HAVE: TWIC Card with 12 months of Port & Rail Experience within the last 5 years AND 24 months of Tractor/Trailer experience within the last 5 years!!!

We are hiring experienced CDL Driver professionals in the Newark, NJ area. This position is designed for the skilled CDL Driver with proven port and rail experience who wants consistent freight, competitive incentives, and predictable home‑daily routes. This role includes container work throughout major port terminals and rail yards in North Jersey.

Pay & Incentives

This opportunity delivers strong earnings for the experienced CDL Driver who excels in port and rail operations.

• Average weekly pay: $1,600–$1,700
• Hourly base pay for all on‑duty time
• Stackable incentive pay for:
  • Port Newark and Port Elizabeth stops
  • Rail yard stops (CSX, Norfolk Southern, Conrail Shared Assets)
  • Load mileage
  • NYC runs (occasional)
  • Optional hazmat incentive

Drivers familiar with drayage, container hauling, and intermodal trucking maximize their earnings each shift.

Shift & Schedule

• 1st Shift Dispatch: 6:00 AM – 8:00 AM
• 2nd Shift Dispatch: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
• Schedule: Monday–Friday
• Shift Length: 10–12 hours
• Optional Saturday shifts available for the CDL Driver wanting extra income

Freight & Routes

This is 100% no‑touch intermodal freight, ideal for a seasoned CDL Driver.

• Port Newark
• Port Elizabeth
• Newark Airport cargo district
• Local rail yards (Kearny, Elizabeth, North Bergen)
• Drop yards throughout North Jersey
• Regional warehouses in Essex, Hudson, and Union counties

Drivers with experience in port drayage, rail yard driving, container transport, and intermodal operations will step directly into familiar work.

Requirements

This role requires a proven CDL Driver with verifiable intermodal experience.

• Valid Class A CDL
• 24 months Class A experience within the last 5 years
• 12 months port and rail experience within the last 5 years
• TWIC card required
• Acceptable MVR (one at‑fault accident allowed)
• Consistent, stable work history
• No Clearinghouse violations

This position is ideal for a CDL Driver experienced in North Jersey port work, Newark intermodal routes, and container hauling.

Benefits

• Weekly pay every Friday
• Direct deposit or pay card
• Immediate medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Retirement program options
• Holiday pay and PTO (eligibility‑based)
• Free online skills and safety training
• A work environment where every CDL Driver receives clear communication, respect, and ongoing support

Apply Today

If you are a skilled CDL Driver looking for high‑paying 2nd shift work with port and rail freight throughout Newark and Port Elizabeth, apply today. Experienced CDL Driver professionals are in high demand, and these intermodal positions fill quickly.