Hire Intermodal Drivers in Idaho
Pre-screened intermodal drivers in Idaho. 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
$53,000-$68,000/year
Target Placement
48-96 hours
CDL Holders (State)
12,000+
CDL Required
Class A
Intermodal Driver Requirements in Idaho
Credentials Needed
- CDL Class:Class A
- Endorsements:None required
- Experience:1+ years intermodal or drayage experience
- Wage Range:$53,000-$68,000/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
Idaho Market for Intermodal Drivers
Top Cities for Intermodal Hiring in Idaho
#1
Boise
#2
Idaho Falls
#3
Pocatello
#4
Twin Falls
#5
Nampa
Employers Driving Intermodal Demand in Idaho
Simplot (Boise)Micron TechnologyChobani (Twin Falls)Lamb WestonPotlatch Deltic
Why Hire Intermodal Drivers in Idaho
Rapid population growth creating new freight demand
Agriculture (potatoes, dairy) creates steady reefer volume
I-84 corridor connects Pacific Northwest to Mountain West
Lower cost of living than neighboring Washington/Oregon
Tech industry migration from California driving new distribution
What Our Intermodal Drivers Bring to Your Idaho 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 Idaho
Hiring Intermodal Drivers in Idaho — FAQ
We aim to fill intermodal driver requests within 48-96 hours, though actual timing depends on the role and the candidates available. In Idaho, where demand is moderate, availability may be reasonable with standard lead times.
Intermodal drivers in Idaho typically earn $53,000-$68,000/year. This reflects the state's moderate demand level and the Class A requirement. Boise and Idaho Falls tend to offer the highest rates.
Intermodal drivers in Idaho need a Class A CDL. We verify all credentials as part of our screening process. Idaho has 15+ CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for intermodal driver demand in Idaho are Boise, Idaho Falls, Pocatello, Twin Falls. Major employers driving this demand include Simplot (Boise), Micron Technology, Chobani (Twin Falls).
We recruit intermodal drivers from across Idaho, a market of roughly 12,000+ CDL holders statewide and 15+ 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 creating new freight demand.