CDL-A Local Intermodal Driver – HOURLY + Per-Stop Earnings

Salt City Trucking; San Bernardino (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Salt City Trucking is seeking a CDL-A Local Intermodal Driver in Fontana, CA. The role involves local intermodal freight on chassis with routes across the Inland Empire and Los Angeles area; some northbound trips occur through Grapevine to Shafter and Lebec.

Drivers follow automatic dispatch, with slip-seat operation and varied schedules. You must have a valid Class A CDL, at least 3 months of tractor-trailer experience, a clean driving record, and a valid DOT Medical Card.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL required.
• 3 months of tractor-trailer experience required.
• Valid DOT medical card.
• No SAP drivers.
• Must be able to work the night schedule.

Responsibilities

• Local intermodal freight on chassis.
• Routes across Inland Empire and Los Angeles area; some northbound trips.

Skills

CDL A

Clean driving record

Night shift

Route adherence

Job description

CDL-A Local Intermodal Driver – Fontana, CA

Pay Details & Schedule

• Hourly Pay: $19.25
• Stop Pay: $18.71 per stop
• Average Workload: Approximately 3–6 loads per day
• Home Daily
• Night schedules available:
• • Sunday–Thursday, or
  • Tuesday–Saturday
• Drivers generally use their full 11-hour driving time; shifts may extend to the full 14-hour on‑duty window depending on freight demands
• 10‑hour breaks between shifts

Job Details

• Local intermodal container freight secured on chassis
• Routes across the Inland Empire and Los Angeles area, with some northbound trips through the Grapevine to the Shafter and Lebec areas
• Operations use multiple rail ramps in the greater Los Angeles area
• Mix of drop‑and‑hook, live loads, live unloads, and preloaded freight
• Slip‑seat operation: trucks are parked at the San Bernardino yard
• Automatic dispatch; drivers do not choose their routes
• Required northbound deliveries and pickups are part of the account

Job Requirements

• Valid Class A CDL
• 3 months of tractor-trailer experience
• First‑seat/experienced drivers
• Clean driving record
• Valid DOT Medical Card
• No SAP drivers
• Must be able to follow assigned routes and work the required night schedule