Hire Intermodal Drivers in South Carolina
Pre-screened intermodal drivers in South Carolina. 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)
32,000+
CDL Required
Class A
Intermodal Driver Requirements in South Carolina
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
South Carolina Market for Intermodal Drivers
Top Cities for Intermodal Hiring in South Carolina
#1
Charleston
#2
Columbia
#3
Greenville
#4
Spartanburg
#5
Rock Hill
Employers Driving Intermodal Demand in South Carolina
Port of CharlestonBMW (Greer)Volvo (Ridgeville)Amazon CAE1Michelin
Why Hire Intermodal Drivers in South Carolina
Port of Charleston is booming — intermodal demand surging
BMW and Volvo plants create constant auto parts freight
I-85 Greenville/Spartanburg is a manufacturing powerhouse
Lower cost of living than North Carolina
Pro-business environment attracts new distribution centers
What Our Intermodal Drivers Bring to Your South Carolina 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 South Carolina
Hiring Intermodal Drivers in South Carolina — FAQ
We aim to fill intermodal driver requests within 48-96 hours, though actual timing depends on the role and the candidates available. In South Carolina, where demand is high, availability may be tighter — we recommend submitting requests as early as possible.
Intermodal drivers in South Carolina typically earn $50,000-$64,000/year. This reflects the state's high demand level and the Class A requirement. Charleston and Columbia tend to offer the highest rates.
Intermodal drivers in South Carolina need a Class A CDL. We verify all credentials as part of our screening process. South Carolina has 40+ CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for intermodal driver demand in South Carolina are Charleston, Columbia, Greenville, Spartanburg. Major employers driving this demand include Port of Charleston, BMW (Greer), Volvo (Ridgeville).
We recruit intermodal drivers from across South Carolina, a market of roughly 32,000+ 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. Port of Charleston is booming — intermodal demand surging.