Hire Intermodal Drivers in Hawaii
Pre-screened intermodal drivers in Hawaii. Class A CDL holders with 1+ years intermodal or drayage experience experience. We aim to fill requests within 48-96 hours.
Demand
low
Adj. Wage
$58,000-$74,000/year
Target Placement
48-96 hours
CDL Holders (State)
2,800+
CDL Required
Class A
Intermodal Driver Requirements in Hawaii
Credentials Needed
- CDL Class:Class A
- Endorsements:None required
- Experience:1+ years intermodal or drayage experience
- Wage Range:$58,000-$74,000/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
Hawaii Market for Intermodal Drivers
Top Cities for Intermodal Hiring in Hawaii
#1
Honolulu
#2
Hilo
#3
Kahului
#4
Kailua-Kona
Employers Driving Intermodal Demand in Hawaii
Matson NavigationYoung BrothersMilitary basesCostco HawaiiAloha Petroleum
Why Hire Intermodal Drivers in Hawaii
Island-only operations mean drivers are always home
Limited competition — few staffing agencies serve Hawaii
Military logistics provide consistent government contracts
Tourism economy creates steady supply-chain freight
Higher wages reflect island cost of living
What Our Intermodal Drivers Bring to Your Hawaii 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 Hawaii
Intermodal Drivers in Other States
Hiring Intermodal Drivers in Hawaii — FAQ
We aim to fill intermodal driver requests within 48-96 hours, though actual timing depends on the role and the candidates available. In Hawaii, where demand is low, availability may be reasonable with standard lead times.
Intermodal drivers in Hawaii typically earn $58,000-$74,000/year. This reflects the state's low demand level and the Class A requirement. Honolulu and Hilo tend to offer the highest rates.
Intermodal drivers in Hawaii need a Class A CDL. We verify all credentials as part of our screening process. Hawaii has 5 CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for intermodal driver demand in Hawaii are Honolulu, Hilo, Kahului, Kailua-Kona. Major employers driving this demand include Matson Navigation, Young Brothers, Military bases.
We recruit intermodal drivers from across Hawaii, a market of roughly 2,800+ CDL holders statewide and 5 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. Island-only operations mean drivers are always home.