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Posted August 23, 2026

CDL A Local Intermodal Driver | Atlanta, GA | Home Daily | Avg $1,350+ /Week

The Driving Desk
Atlanta, GA, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description

We're hiring experienced Class A CDL Drivers for a local intermodal driving position based in the Atlanta West/Austell, Georgia area. This position offers daily home time, no-touch freight, competitive hourly pay plus mileage, and steady year-round freight.

If you're an experienced CDL-A driver looking to stay close to home while earning competitive pay, this is an excellent opportunity.

Pay & Compensation
  • Average Weekly Earnings: $1,350–$1,450
  • Average Annual Earnings: Approximately $75,000
  • Day Shift: $11.87/hour + $0.33 CPM
  • Night Shift: $15.37/hour + $0.33 CPM
  • Weekend Shift: $17.81/hour + $0.33 CPM
  • Weekly direct deposit

Compensation combines hourly pay with mileage. Actual earnings vary based on miles driven, shift worked, and workload.

Home Time & Schedule
  • Home Daily
  • Local intermodal operation
  • Day, night, and weekend shifts available
  • Routes operate within approximately a 250-mile daily radius
  • Schedule and start times assigned based on operational needs
What You'll Do
  • Safely transport loaded and empty intermodal containers
  • Pick up and deliver freight between rail yards, ports, distribution centers, and customer locations
  • Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections
  • Complete DOT logs and required paperwork
  • Follow all rail-yard and terminal safety procedures
  • Maintain safe, on-time deliveries
Freight & Equipment
  • 100% No-Touch Freight
  • Intermodal container freight
  • Local drayage operation
  • Intermodal containers on chassis
  • Modern equipment
  • Consistent year-round freight
Operating Area

Drivers primarily operate throughout the Atlanta metropolitan area, including:

  • Austell
  • Atlanta
  • Smyrna
  • Marietta
  • Douglasville
  • Lithia Springs
  • Mableton
  • Powder Springs
  • Union City
  • Fairburn

Applicants must live within 35 miles of Austell, GA (30339).

Requirements
  • Valid Class A CDL
  • Minimum 1 year of verifiable Class A tractor-trailer experience
  • Must be at least 21 years old
  • Current DOT Medical Card
  • Ability to pass DOT drug screen, background check, and MVR review
  • Comfortable operating around rail yards and intermodal facilities
  • Strong safety record and reliable work history
Benefits

Eligible drivers may receive:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life and AD&D insurance
  • Long-term disability coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Paid vacation
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Quarterly safety awards
  • Weekly direct deposit
  • Year-round freight
  • 24/7 dispatch support
Why Drivers Apply
  • Home every day
  • Earn $1,350–$1,450 per week
  • 100% No-Touch Freight
  • Hourly pay plus mileage
  • Local Atlanta-area routes
  • Day, night, and weekend shift opportunities
  • Modern equipment
  • Excellent benefits package
  • Stable year-round freight
  • Fast hiring process
Apply Today

If you have at least one year of Class A CDL experience and are looking for a local intermodal driving position with daily home time, competitive pay, and consistent year-round work, apply today to learn more about this opportunity.

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