1st Shift Drayage Driver

COFREIGHT INC • Long Beach, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

UNIS is seeking an experienced Drayage Driver (Class A CDL) to transport containers safely between ports, rail terminals, and customer locations. The role is responsible for timely pickups and deliveries, compliance with transportation regulations, and safe, professional handling of cargo and equipment. The position is suited to a dependable, safety-focused driver who is comfortable in busy port and terminal environments, communicates proactively, and can work independently in a fast-paced transportation operation.

The position is based in Long Beach, California, is full-time, and has a listed schedule of 7 a.m. to 4 or 5 p.m. The listed rate of pay is $32.00.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and TWIC card.
• Clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) meeting company standards.
• Demonstrated safe driving record with no preventable accidents or major DOT violations within the past three years.
• Strong understanding of DOT/FMCSA regulations, Hours of Service requirements, ELD systems, vehicle inspections, and container securement procedures.
• Ability to safely perform vehicle and chassis inspections, operate coupling equipment, and communicate professionally with dispatch, terminal personnel, and customers.
• Flexibility to work varying schedules, including early mornings, weekends, and changing dispatch assignments based on operational needs.

Nice To Haves

• At least 1 year of drayage or port driving experience, including familiarity with chassis operations and terminal check-in procedures.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport containers between ports, rail terminals, and customer locations while meeting scheduled pickup and delivery requirements.
• Navigate port and rail terminal operations, including gate procedures, chassis check-in, container documentation, and terminal safety requirements.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicles, chassis, and container securement equipment, and promptly report defects or safety concerns.
• Comply with DOT, FMCSA, Hours of Service (HOS), ELD, and company safety requirements.
• Proactively communicate with dispatch about pickup and delivery updates, appointment delays, equipment issues, and detention or per-diem concerns.
• Represent UNIS professionally at customer and terminal locations, maintain accurate transportation records, and support safe, efficient operations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED