Regional CDL-A Intermodal Driver — Home 2 Days/Week

NIS EXPRESS; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401k with company match

Paid orientation

Riders and Pets welcome

Job summary

NIS EXPRESS is seeking Experienced Class A drivers for regional intermodal runs in Eastern Iowa, including Cedar Rapids, with two days at home each week and a focus on steady, lane-based work.

The role emphasizes intermodal container hauling, drop-and-hook operations, and minimal city driving along Midwest highways. Out 5, home 2 schedule applies, with direct weekly pay and standard benefits after 30 days.

Qualifications

• At least 21 years old with a valid Class A CDL.
• 6 months OTR experience in the last 12 months, or 12+ months in the past 5 years.
• No more than 2 moving violations in the last 2 years, no major preventable accidents in the last 5 years.
• No DUI/DWI in the past 5 to 10 years depending on when CDL was obtained.
• Must pass DOT physical plus hair and urine drug testing.
• Must live within 75 miles of Cedar Rapids, Davenport, Dubuque or Cedar Falls, IA.

Responsibilities

• Intermodal Containers: Hauled on chassis between rail yards and customers.
• Drop and Hook: Most of your time is spent driving, not waiting at docks.
• Consistent Lanes: You learn the routes fast and run them repeatedly.
• Less City Driving: Mostly Midwest highways instead of downtown traffic.

Skills

CDL A

OTR experience

DOT testing

Job description

NIS EXPRESS is seeking Experienced Class A drivers for regional intermodal runs in Eastern Iowa, including Cedar Rapids, with two days at home each week and a focus on steady, lane-based work.

The role emphasizes intermodal container hauling, drop-and-hook operations, and minimal city driving along Midwest highways. Out 5, home 2 schedule applies, with direct weekly pay and standard benefits after 30 days.