Hire Intermodal Drivers in Delaware
Pre-screened intermodal drivers in Delaware. 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
$55,000-$70,000/year
Target Placement
48-96 hours
CDL Holders (State)
6,500+
CDL Required
Class A
Intermodal Driver Requirements in Delaware
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
Delaware Market for Intermodal Drivers
Top Cities for Intermodal Hiring in Delaware
#1
Wilmington
#2
Dover
#3
Newark
#4
Middletown
Employers Driving Intermodal Demand in Delaware
DuPontAmazon PHL7Perdue FarmsPort of WilmingtonWalmart DC
Why Hire Intermodal Drivers in Delaware
No sales tax lowers operating costs for fleets based here
Port of Wilmington handles fresh fruit imports — reefer demand
Strategic location on I-95 between Philadelphia and Baltimore
Poultry processing (Delmarva) creates consistent reefer volume
Smaller market means less competition for available drivers
What Our Intermodal Drivers Bring to Your Delaware 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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Hiring Intermodal Drivers in Delaware — FAQ
We aim to fill intermodal driver requests within 48-96 hours, though actual timing depends on the role and the candidates available. In Delaware, where demand is moderate, availability may be reasonable with standard lead times.
Intermodal drivers in Delaware typically earn $55,000-$70,000/year. This reflects the state's moderate demand level and the Class A requirement. Wilmington and Dover tend to offer the highest rates.
Intermodal drivers in Delaware need a Class A CDL. We verify all credentials as part of our screening process. Delaware has 10 CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for intermodal driver demand in Delaware are Wilmington, Dover, Newark, Middletown. Major employers driving this demand include DuPont, Amazon PHL7, Perdue Farms.
We recruit intermodal drivers from across Delaware, a market of roughly 6,500+ CDL holders statewide and 10 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. No sales tax lowers operating costs for fleets based here.