Hire Intermodal Drivers in Missouri
Pre-screened intermodal drivers in Missouri. 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)
48,000+
CDL Required
Class A
Intermodal Driver Requirements in Missouri
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
Missouri Market for Intermodal Drivers
Top Cities for Intermodal Hiring in Missouri
#1
Kansas City
#2
St. Louis
#3
Springfield
#4
Columbia
#5
Joplin
Employers Driving Intermodal Demand in Missouri
Ford (Claycomo)GM (Wentzville)Anheuser-BuschAmazon MCI2-MCI5Bass Pro ShopsCargill
Why Hire Intermodal Drivers in Missouri
Lowest fuel tax in the country — 17.0 cents/gallon
KC and STL are dual freight hubs covering different markets
I-44/I-70/I-55/I-49 intersection creates maximum connectivity
Automotive and food/beverage manufacturing drive steady freight
No toll roads — combined with low fuel tax, great for owner-operators
What Our Intermodal Drivers Bring to Your Missouri 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 Missouri
Hiring Intermodal Drivers in Missouri — FAQ
We aim to fill intermodal driver requests within 48-96 hours, though actual timing depends on the role and the candidates available. In Missouri, where demand is high, availability may be tighter — we recommend submitting requests as early as possible.
Intermodal drivers in Missouri typically earn $50,000-$64,000/year. This reflects the state's high demand level and the Class A requirement. Kansas City and St. Louis tend to offer the highest rates.
Intermodal drivers in Missouri need a Class A CDL. We verify all credentials as part of our screening process. Missouri has 55+ CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for intermodal driver demand in Missouri are Kansas City, St. Louis, Springfield, Columbia. Major employers driving this demand include Ford (Claycomo), GM (Wentzville), Anheuser-Busch.
We recruit intermodal drivers from across Missouri, a market of roughly 48,000+ 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. Lowest fuel tax in the country — 17.0 cents/gallon.