CDL-A INTERMODAL DRIVER - Newark (TD)

Universal Logistics Holdings; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 57,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Paid holidays and PTO

401(k)

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Job summary

Universal Logistics is seeking Home Daily CDL-A Drivers for our Newark, NJ terminal. You will be home daily and perform port work with light-touch freight. Expect a Monday–Friday schedule with early starts (5–7 AM) and long days, with optional Saturday work.

We offer full benefits and year-round freight. Minimum 6 months of verifiable tractor-trailer experience is required; port experience preferred but not required; TWIC card preferred; must be 21+.

Qualifications

• Class A CDL required.
• 6 months verifiable tractor-trailer experience in last year.
• Port experience preferred but not required.
• TWIC card preferred.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Class A CDL

6 months experience

Port experience

TWIC card 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. Apply today to become part of the Universal team!

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