Hire Intermodal Drivers in Arizona
Pre-screened intermodal drivers in Arizona. Class A CDL holders with 1+ years intermodal or drayage experience experience. We aim to fill requests within 48-96 hours.
Demand
high
Adj. Wage
$55,000-$70,000/year
Target Placement
48-96 hours
CDL Holders (State)
38,000+
CDL Required
Class A
Intermodal Driver Requirements in Arizona
Credentials Needed
- CDL Class:Class A
- Endorsements:None required
- Experience:1+ years intermodal or drayage experience
- Wage Range:$55,000-$70,000/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
Arizona Market for Intermodal Drivers
Top Cities for Intermodal Hiring in Arizona
#1
Phoenix
#2
Tucson
#3
Mesa
#4
Chandler
#5
Flagstaff
#6
Tempe
Employers Driving Intermodal Demand in Arizona
Intel (Chandler)Amazon PHX6/PHX7Freeport-McMoRanRaytheon (Tucson)Walmart DC (Buckeye)
Why Hire Intermodal Drivers in Arizona
Rapid population growth drives increasing freight demand
I-10 and I-40 crossroads create diverse lane options
No vehicle emissions testing simplifies compliance
Semiconductor and data center construction boom needs flatbed drivers
Year-round operations — minimal weather shutdowns
What Our Intermodal Drivers Bring to Your Arizona 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
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Intermodal Drivers in Other States
Hiring Intermodal Drivers in Arizona — FAQ
We aim to fill intermodal driver requests within 48-96 hours, though actual timing depends on the role and the candidates available. In Arizona, where demand is high, availability may be tighter — we recommend submitting requests as early as possible.
Intermodal drivers in Arizona typically earn $55,000-$70,000/year. This reflects the state's high demand level and the Class A requirement. Phoenix and Tucson tend to offer the highest rates.
Intermodal drivers in Arizona need a Class A CDL. We verify all credentials as part of our screening process. Arizona has 55+ CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for intermodal driver demand in Arizona are Phoenix, Tucson, Mesa, Chandler. Major employers driving this demand include Intel (Chandler), Amazon PHX6/PHX7, Freeport-McMoRan.
We recruit intermodal drivers from across Arizona, a market of roughly 38,000+ CDL holders statewide and 55+ 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. Rapid population growth drives increasing freight demand.