Hire Intermodal Drivers in Alabama
Pre-screened intermodal drivers in Alabama. Class A CDL holders with 1+ years intermodal or drayage experience experience. We aim to fill requests within 48-96 hours.
Demand
moderate
Adj. Wage
$50,000-$64,000/year
Target Placement
48-96 hours
CDL Holders (State)
28,000+
CDL Required
Class A
Intermodal Driver Requirements in Alabama
Credentials Needed
- CDL Class:Class A
- Endorsements:None required
- Experience:1+ years intermodal or drayage experience
- Wage Range:$50,000-$64,000/year
Equipment-Specific Skills
- TWIC card for port access
- Container chassis coupling and securement expertise
- Rail yard and port terminal navigation experience
- Familiarity with container weight verification (VGM) requirements
Alabama Market for Intermodal Drivers
Top Cities for Intermodal Hiring in Alabama
#1
Birmingham
#2
Mobile
#3
Huntsville
#4
Montgomery
#5
Tuscaloosa
Employers Driving Intermodal Demand in Alabama
Mercedes-Benz (Tuscaloosa)Honda Manufacturing (Lincoln)Amazon BHM1J.B. HuntWerner
Why Hire Intermodal Drivers in Alabama
Low cost of living makes Alabama wages competitive
Port of Mobile growing — drayage demand increasing
I-65 corridor connects to Nashville and Chicago freight markets
Automotive manufacturing creates steady freight
No union restrictions on driver staffing
What Our Intermodal Drivers Bring to Your Alabama Operation
- Home daily — most intermodal routes are local/regional
- Consistent volume at major rail hubs (Chicago, LA, Savannah)
- TWIC card creates competitive advantage over non-credentialed drivers
- Growing sector — intermodal volume increases annually
- Less OTR wear on drivers — shorter routes, predictable schedules
Other Equipment Types in Alabama
Hiring Intermodal Drivers in Alabama — FAQ
We aim to fill intermodal driver requests within 48-96 hours, though actual timing depends on the role and the candidates available. In Alabama, where demand is moderate, availability may be reasonable with standard lead times.
Intermodal drivers in Alabama typically earn $50,000-$64,000/year. This reflects the state's moderate demand level and the Class A requirement. Birmingham and Mobile tend to offer the highest rates.
Intermodal drivers in Alabama need a Class A CDL. We verify all credentials as part of our screening process. Alabama has 45+ CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for intermodal driver demand in Alabama are Birmingham, Mobile, Huntsville, Montgomery. Major employers driving this demand include Mercedes-Benz (Tuscaloosa), Honda Manufacturing (Lincoln), Amazon BHM1.
We recruit intermodal drivers from across Alabama, a market of roughly 28,000+ CDL holders statewide and 45+ CDL schools. Every candidate we put forward is screened for the Class A CDL, 1+ years intermodal or drayage experience, and a clean driving and compliance record before you see them. Low cost of living makes Alabama wages competitive.