Local CDL-A Intermodal Night Driver – Home Daily | $1,275–$1,375/Week

Thedrivingdesk•Kansas City, MO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time, local company-driver position based in Liberty, Missouri, serving the greater Kansas City area. Drivers transport loaded and empty intermodal containers between rail yards, distribution centers, warehouses, and customer facilities. The job offers daily home time, no-touch freight, and compensation combining hourly pay with mileage earnings. Average weekly earnings are listed as $1,275–$1,375 and are not guaranteed; actual pay depends on shift, hours worked, miles driven, and freight availability. The detailed account profile also lists approximately $1,390 in average weekly earnings, or $72,260 annually. Hourly rates are $12.60 plus $0.33 per mile for day shifts, $16.10 plus $0.33 per mile for night shifts, and $18.90 plus $0.33 per mile for weekend shifts. Shift assignments, workdays, start times, and days off are determined according to operational needs and discussed during hiring. Morning and afternoon start times may be available. Routes operate throughout the greater Kansas City region and may extend approximately 250 miles from the terminal. Drivers use tractor-trailers and container chassis; newer equipment has been advertised, with an average fleet age of approximately two years.

Requirements

Valid Class A CDL.
Minimum 12 months of qualifying tractor-trailer driving experience.
Meet applicable DOT and company safety qualifications.
Be able to commute to the Liberty, Missouri terminal.
Be comfortable working in intermodal rail-yard environments.
Ability to inspect tractors, chassis, and containers.
Strong communication and time-management skills.
Ability to follow dispatch instructions and terminal safety procedures.
Meet applicable driving record and background requirements.

Responsibilities

Safely operate a Class A tractor-trailer on local intermodal routes.
Transport loaded and empty intermodal containers.
Pick up and deliver freight between rail yards, distribution centers, warehouses, and customer locations.
Complete container and chassis inspections.
Follow rail-yard and terminal safety procedures.
Perform pre-trip and post-trip tractor inspections.
Safely couple and uncouple equipment.
Maintain accurate DOT logs and delivery records.
Communicate with dispatch regarding load status and delays.
Complete assigned pickups and deliveries safely and on schedule.