NFI Industries

Camden, NJ · Founded 1932 · 4,500+ trucks · 48 states, Canada

Company Overview

NFI Industries is a privately held, family-owned logistics company providing dedicated transportation, drayage, warehousing, and intermodal services. The company is particularly strong in port drayage, shuttling containers between ocean ports and distribution centers. NFI operates major accounts for retailers and manufacturers, offering mostly local and regional driving positions. Their port drayage operations at major East Coast and West Coast ports provide steady, specialized work for drivers with TWIC cards.

Pay & Compensation

Solo Driver Pay

$22-$30/hr (dedicated/local)

Team Driver Pay

N/A

Owner-Operator Pay

$1.10-$1.40/mi (drayage)

Benefits & Perks

Daily home time on most accounts
Hourly or per-load pay depending on division
Full medical, dental, vision
401(k) with match
Paid time off
Modern equipment

Hiring Requirements

Minimum Age: 21 years old
Experience Required: 1 year
CDL Class: Class A
Endorsements: TWIC card for port drayage

Pros & Cons

Pros

Daily home time on dedicated and drayage routes
Strong port drayage operations with steady freight
Family-owned company with 90+ year history
Multiple operating divisions for career flexibility

Cons

Port drayage requires TWIC card investment
Drayage involves congested port traffic
Pay varies significantly by account and location

Equipment & Operations

Equipment Types

DedicatedDrayageIntermodalLast Mile

Operating Region

48 states, Canada

Home Time

Daily for most positions

Annual Revenue

$3.5 billion

Best For

Drivers near major ports wanting local drayage or dedicated routes with daily home time

Frequently Asked Questions About NFI Industries

Drayage involves transporting shipping containers short distances between ocean ports, rail yards, and distribution centers. It is local work with daily home time but involves navigating congested port areas and waiting in container pickup lines.

A TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) card is required for NFI's port drayage positions since you will be entering secure port facilities. Other NFI driving positions may not require a TWIC card.

NFI is well-regarded for local and dedicated work. The family-owned culture and daily home time make it popular among drivers who prioritize work-life balance over OTR earnings.