Hire Intermodal Drivers in Ohio
Pre-screened intermodal drivers in Ohio. Class A CDL holders with 1+ years intermodal or drayage experience experience. We aim to fill requests within 48-96 hours.
Demand
very high
Adj. Wage
$53,000-$68,000/year
Target Placement
48-96 hours
CDL Holders (State)
68,000+
CDL Required
Class A
Intermodal Driver Requirements in Ohio
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
Ohio Market for Intermodal Drivers
Top Cities for Intermodal Hiring in Ohio
#1
Columbus
#2
Cleveland
#3
Cincinnati
#4
Dayton
#5
Toledo
#6
Akron
Employers Driving Intermodal Demand in Ohio
Amazon CMH1-CMH4Honda (Marysville)Procter & GambleKroger HQ/DCsWalmart DCs
Why Hire Intermodal Drivers in Ohio
Columbus is the fastest-growing logistics market in the Midwest
I-70/I-71/I-75 intersection creates unmatched freight connectivity
Three distinct metro markets (Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati)
Manufacturing base provides consistent freight across all equipment types
Moderate fuel tax and cost of living
What Our Intermodal Drivers Bring to Your Ohio 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 Ohio
Hiring Intermodal Drivers in Ohio — FAQ
We aim to fill intermodal driver requests within 48-96 hours, though actual timing depends on the role and the candidates available. In Ohio, where demand is very high, availability may be tighter — we recommend submitting requests as early as possible.
Intermodal drivers in Ohio typically earn $53,000-$68,000/year. This reflects the state's very high demand level and the Class A requirement. Columbus and Cleveland tend to offer the highest rates.
Intermodal drivers in Ohio need a Class A CDL. We verify all credentials as part of our screening process. Ohio has 80+ CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for intermodal driver demand in Ohio are Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, Dayton. Major employers driving this demand include Amazon CMH1-CMH4, Honda (Marysville), Procter & Gamble.
We recruit intermodal drivers from across Ohio, a market of roughly 68,000+ CDL holders statewide and 80+ 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. Columbus is the fastest-growing logistics market in the Midwest.