CDL-A INTERMODAL DRIVER - Newark (TD)

Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc.; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Paid holidays and PTO

401(k)

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Job summary

Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc. is seeking Home Daily CDL-A drivers for the Newark, NJ terminal. You will handle port-related drayage with day shift hours, typically 5–7 AM starts and 10–12 hour days, Monday through Friday, with optional Saturdays.

Detention pay after port delays applies, and a weekly pay model is used. The role includes a strong focus on year-round freight, a route through major U.S. ports, and a comprehensive benefits package once hired.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Home daily with port work.
• Day shift with 5–7 AM start and 10–12 hour days.
• Monday–Friday schedule with Saturday optional.
• Detention pay after 2 hours at ports.

Skills

Tractor-trailer experience

Port work

Home daily

Education

High school or equivalent

Tools

TWIC card

Port experience

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

Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: ULH) is a holding company that owns subsidiaries engaged in providing a variety of customized transportation and logistics solutions throughout the United States, Mexico, and Canada. Our operating subsidiaries provide customers with supply chain solutions that can be scaled to meet their changing demands and volumes. Universal’s consolidated subsidiaries offer customers a broad array of services across the entire supply chain, including Contract Logistics, Dedicated Transportation, Intermodal, and Trucking.