CDL A Truck Driver - Intermodal Container Drayage
Role Based in Ames
Fast Facts
- Worksite: Ames, IA
- Role in Ames: CDL A Truck Driver - Intermodal Container Drayage
- Company: J.B. Hunt Intermodal
- This Ames-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our J.B. Hunt Intermodal team in Ames, IA is growing.
- Benefit from working in Ames, a key hub for the a dynamic industry.
Salary and Benefits
- Salary: $75k-$95k/Year (approx. $1.6k/Week)
- Benefits: Eligible team members receive standard benefits.
- Stable workload with modern tooling and processes.
What You'll Do
- Apply your your professional skills skills at our Ames location.
Join our intermodal team as a CDL A Truck Driver moving shipping containers between ports, rail yards, and distribution hubs. Intermodal drivers play a vital part in global trade, connecting sea, rail, and road transport. Operate fully loaded chassis trailers on local and regional drayage routes with home daily schedule.
Why drive intermodal with us:
- Home daily — local and regional drayage lanes
- $0.55-$0.75 per mile or $28-$35 per hour depending on market
- Average $75,000-$95,000 annually
- $3,000 sign-on bonus
- Per-load pay and stop pay
- Newer Volvo and Freightliner day cabs
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k)
- Drop-and-hook freight — minimal touch
Requirements:
- Valid Class A CDL
- TWIC card required (or willing to obtain)
- Minimum 1 year tractor-trailer experience
- Container or flatbed experience preferred
- Clean MVR
- Pass DOT physical and drug screen
- 21+ years of age
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the CDL A Truck Driver position pay at J.B. Hunt Intermodal?
This role offers a pay range of $75,000 - $95,000. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within Ames.
Where is this CDL A Truck Driver job located?
This position is based in Ames, IA. J.B. Hunt Intermodal has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Ames.
Do I need my own vehicle for this delivery role?
J.B. Hunt Intermodal typically provides delivery vehicles and equipment. A valid driver's license is required. Check the specific requirements listed in the job description for this Ames position.
What benefits does J.B. Hunt Intermodal offer for this position?
J.B. Hunt Intermodal provides comprehensive benefits starting Day 1, which may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and employee assistance programs.
What are the physical requirements for this delivery position?
Delivery roles require the ability to lift, carry, and deliver packages weighing up to 50 lbs. You should be comfortable entering and exiting a vehicle frequently and walking throughout your shift, including stairs.
What does a typical day look like as a CDL A Truck Driver?
A typical shift involves loading your vehicle at an J.B. Hunt Intermodal delivery station, then following an optimized route to deliver 150-300 packages to customers in the Ames area. You'll use a mobile app for navigation and delivery confirmation.
