Class A CDL Local Driver

DLM Pro; Commerce (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home daily

Year-round freight

Dedicated port/intermodal

Stable work environment

Long-term career opportunity

Job summary

DLM Pro is seeking a Local CDL-A driver to pull containers from the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach and from BNSF rail facilities, delivering freight across Southern California. This local role offers home daily time, steady year-round work, and a stable fleet operation.

You'll operate automatic day cab tractors in a modern fleet, handle 20', 40', 45', and 53' containers, and may assist with intermodal and LTL freight when port volumes vary. A strong safety record is essential.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL required.
• TWIC card required prior to scheduling.
• Hazmat endorsement required within 60 days of hire.
• Strong safety record.
• Professional and dependable work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Pull containers from LA/Long Beach ports and BNSF rail facilities.
• Deliver freight throughout Southern California.
• Handle 20', 40', 45', and 53' containers.
• Port operations are the primary responsibility.
• Combination of drop-and-hook and live unload freight.
• Intermodal and LTL support work available when port volume slows.
• Occasional pallet jack unloading may be required on select loads.

Skills

Class A CDL

TWIC card

Hazmat endorsement

Safety conscious

Dependable

Port/Intermodal operations

Job description

Join a dedicated CDL-A fleet that offers consistent local freight, daily home time, and year-round work in one of the busiest freight markets in the country. This position is ideal for drivers who enjoy port and intermodal operations and want a stable career with steady freight opportunities throughout Southern California.

Drivers on this account primarily pull containers from the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, as well as BNSF rail facilities, delivering freight to customers throughout Southern California. When port volumes are slower, drivers may support intermodal or LTL operations to ensure consistent work and earning opportunities.

Compensation and Benefits

• Average pay of $70,000 per year
• Home daily
• Dedicated port and intermodal operation
• Consistent year-round freight
• Stable work environment
• Long-term career opportunity

Job Details

• Local driving position
• Pull containers from LA/Long Beach ports and BNSF rail facilities
• Deliver freight throughout Southern California
• Handle 20', 40', 45', and 53' containers
• Port operations are the primary responsibility
• Combination of drop-and-hook and live unload freight
• Intermodal and LTL support work available when port volume slows
• Occasional pallet jack unloading may be required on select loads

Equipment

• Automatic day cab tractors
• Freightliner and International equipment
• Slip-seat operation
• Modern, well-maintained fleet
• Trucks must remain at the account during time off

Requirements

• Valid Class A CDL
• TWIC card required prior to scheduling
• Hazmat endorsement required within 60 days of hire
• Strong safety record
• Professional and dependable work ethic
• Ability to operate safely in busy port and rail environments

Special Requirements

• Must be willing to run port freight on a daily basis
• Must be willing to assist with intermodal and LTL freight when needed
• Ability to operate a pallet jack on occasional deliveries
• Flexibility to support multiple freight operations as business needs require