Cdl-A Intermodal Driver - Home Daily (sd)

Universal Management Services; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

401(k)

Paid holidays and PTO

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Job summary

Universal Logistics in Newark, NJ is seeking Home Daily CDL-A drivers to join our team at the Newark terminal. You will handle port work and light-touch freight with a Monday–Friday schedule (Saturday optional) and early morning starts.

We offer a full benefits package, weekly pay, a guaranteed $250/day for the first two weeks, and competitive pay per move with detention after port delays. This role provides steady year-round freight opportunities.

Qualifications

• Class A CDL is required.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• 6 months verifiable tractor-trailer experience in the last year.
• Port experience preferred but not required.
• TWIC card preferred.

Responsibilities

• Home daily from the Newark, NJ terminal.
• Perform port-related drayage and light-touch freight.
• Maintain safety, on-time delivery, and customer service.

Skills

Class A CDL

Port experience preferred

Job description

Are you looking to join a dynamic team that provides its people with the tools to be successfull and opportunities to grow?

Universal Logistics is a leading provider of customized transportation and logistics solutions, offering a comprehensive suite of services including transportation, value-added, intermodal, and specialized services utilized throughout entire supply chains.

Universal has immediate career opportunities in your area.

Universal Intermodal services all major U.S. ports and intermodal rail ramps, providing door-to-door drayage for imports, exports, and domestic freight. With operations across 40 terminals and multiple container yards, we offer consistent freight and long-term career opportunities.

We are currently seeking Home Daily CDL-A Drivers out of our Newark, NJ terminal.

Address

80 Doremus Avenue

Newark, NJ 07105

Pay & Incentives

• Up to $300 per day
• Potential weekly earnings up to $1,500!
• Weekly pay
• Paid per move (step-based pay)
• Detention pay after 2 hours at ports
• Minimum $250/day guarantee for first 2 weeks

Position Details

• Home daily
• Port work
• Light-touch freight
• Monday-Friday schedule (Saturday optional)
• Day shift (5-7 AM start, 10-12 hour days)
• Voluntary layovers available
• Consistent year-round freight

Benefits

• Full benefits package
• Paid holidays and PTO
• 401(k)
• Medical, dental & vision insurance

Requirements

• Class A CDL required
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• 6 months verifiable tractor-trailer experience in last year
• Port experience preferred but not required
• TWIC card preferred