We are seeking Class A CDL Drivers for a local intermodal position based in the Lockbourne, Ohio area. This role offers daily home time, steady freight, and consistent work within a 250-mile radius of Columbus, OH.
Drivers will primarily move containers between rail yards and local customers, operating out of the Lockbourne rail yard with occasional runs to nearby rail hubs.
What You'll Do
Haul intermodal containers between rail yards and customer locations
Operate within a 250-mile radius of Columbus, OH
Average 3–4 loads per day (~16 loads per week)
Work with mostly no-touch freight
Maintain safe and efficient operations during overnight driving hours
Pay & Compensation
Average Annual Pay: $74,000 – $85,000
Mileage Pay: Starting at $0.34 CPM (increases yearly up to $0.46 CPM)
Average Weekly Miles: $1,200
Additional Pay:
$33 – Drop & Hook
$43 – Live Load / Unload
$25 – Hazmat Load
$20/hour – Detention
$20/hour – Rail Delay
$20/hour – Training Pay (up to 2 weeks)
Detention Pay Starts:
After 1 hour at rail yard
After 1.5 hours at customer locations
Schedule & Work Hours
Work Days: Sunday – Thursday
Start Time: 10:00 PM
Typical shift: 10–12 hours
Equipment & Operation
Day cab tractors
Intermodal containers
Slip seat operation (shared trucks between shifts)
Dispatch from Lockbourne, OH
Requirements
Valid Class A CDL
Minimum 3 months of CDL-A experience
Hazmat & Tanker endorsements required within 60 days (cost reimbursed)
Ability to pass background check and drug screening
Comfortable with night driving and local, high-frequency routes
Benefits
PTO accrues starting Day 1
401(k) with company match
Medical, dental, and vision insurance (after 30 days)
Life insurance options
Mental health & disability coverage
6 paid company holidays (after 90 days)
Work Location
Lockbourne, OH terminal Drivers report daily for dispatch
Apply today for a stable local driving position offering daily home time, consistent freight, and strong earning potential.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Columbus, Ohio
Website
https://www.thedrivingdesk.com
Skills
Background Investigationunmatched
Cargo/Freightunmatched
Class A Licenseunmatched
Dental Insuranceunmatched
Hazardous Materials/Substancesunmatched
Hubsunmatched
Loading/Unloadingunmatched
Truck Driverunmatched
Vision Planunmatched
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