Hire Intermodal Drivers in Louisiana
Pre-screened intermodal drivers in Louisiana. 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
$50,000-$64,000/year
Target Placement
48-96 hours
CDL Holders (State)
30,000+
CDL Required
Class A
Intermodal Driver Requirements in Louisiana
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
Louisiana Market for Intermodal Drivers
Top Cities for Intermodal Hiring in Louisiana
#1
New Orleans
#2
Baton Rouge
#3
Shreveport
#4
Lake Charles
#5
Lafayette
Employers Driving Intermodal Demand in Louisiana
Port of New OrleansExxonMobilDow ChemicalMarathon PetroleumPort of South Louisiana
Why Hire Intermodal Drivers in Louisiana
Gulf Coast chemical corridor creates massive tanker demand
Two major ports handle diverse international freight
Oil and gas industry provides premium-paying tanker and flatbed work
Low fuel tax (20.0 cents) benefits owner-operators
Seafood industry creates niche reefer opportunities
What Our Intermodal Drivers Bring to Your Louisiana 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 Louisiana
Hiring Intermodal Drivers in Louisiana — FAQ
We aim to fill intermodal driver requests within 48-96 hours, though actual timing depends on the role and the candidates available. In Louisiana, where demand is high, availability may be tighter — we recommend submitting requests as early as possible.
Intermodal drivers in Louisiana typically earn $50,000-$64,000/year. This reflects the state's high demand level and the Class A requirement. New Orleans and Baton Rouge tend to offer the highest rates.
Intermodal drivers in Louisiana need a Class A CDL. We verify all credentials as part of our screening process. Louisiana has 40+ CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for intermodal driver demand in Louisiana are New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Shreveport, Lake Charles. Major employers driving this demand include Port of New Orleans, ExxonMobil, Dow Chemical.
We recruit intermodal drivers from across Louisiana, a market of roughly 30,000+ CDL holders statewide and 40+ 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. Gulf Coast chemical corridor creates massive tanker demand.