Hire Intermodal Drivers in Tennessee
Pre-screened intermodal drivers in Tennessee. 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)
48,000+
CDL Required
Class A
Intermodal Driver Requirements in Tennessee
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
Tennessee Market for Intermodal Drivers
Top Cities for Intermodal Hiring in Tennessee
#1
Nashville
#2
Memphis
#3
Knoxville
#4
Chattanooga
#5
Clarksville
Employers Driving Intermodal Demand in Tennessee
FedEx SuperHub (Memphis)Amazon BNA2-BNA7Nissan (Smyrna)Pilot Flying J HQWalmart DCs
Why Hire Intermodal Drivers in Tennessee
Memphis FedEx SuperHub — overnight freight capital of the US
No state income tax — excellent recruiting tool
Nashville fastest-growing distribution market in the Southeast
I-40/I-65/I-24 intersection creates superior freight connectivity
Pilot Flying J HQ — driver-friendly infrastructure
What Our Intermodal Drivers Bring to Your Tennessee 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 Tennessee
Hiring Intermodal Drivers in Tennessee — FAQ
We aim to fill intermodal driver requests within 48-96 hours, though actual timing depends on the role and the candidates available. In Tennessee, where demand is very high, availability may be tighter — we recommend submitting requests as early as possible.
Intermodal drivers in Tennessee typically earn $53,000-$68,000/year. This reflects the state's very high demand level and the Class A requirement. Nashville and Memphis tend to offer the highest rates.
Intermodal drivers in Tennessee need a Class A CDL. We verify all credentials as part of our screening process. Tennessee has 60+ CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for intermodal driver demand in Tennessee are Nashville, Memphis, Knoxville, Chattanooga. Major employers driving this demand include FedEx SuperHub (Memphis), Amazon BNA2-BNA7, Nissan (Smyrna).
We recruit intermodal drivers from across Tennessee, a market of roughly 48,000+ CDL holders statewide and 60+ 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. Memphis FedEx SuperHub — overnight freight capital of the US.