Intermodal CDL A Driver for Local and Regional Runs
Company
Sunbelt Drayage LLC
Location
Houston, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
1.2K–1.8K a week
Posted
2 days ago
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via Indeed
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Job Description
We're hiring CDL A drivers for high paying local and regional container runs in Houston area from dedicated customers. Driver must have a valid TWIC card and port experience to apply.
We offer:
• Flat rate for each run based on the mileage
• Make 2-6 local/regional runs a day
• Mostly home daily
• Newer trucks and own chassis
• Bring home $1200-$1800 weekly
Qualifications:
• Class A CDL
• Must have active TWIC card
• Minimum of 1.5 years of recent driving experience
• Must have container and Houston port experience
• No DUI/DWI and failed/refused drug test in last 5 years
Pay: $1,200.00 - $1,800.00 per week
Work Location: In person
We offer:
• Flat rate for each run based on the mileage
• Make 2-6 local/regional runs a day
• Mostly home daily
• Newer trucks and own chassis
• Bring home $1200-$1800 weekly
Qualifications:
• Class A CDL
• Must have active TWIC card
• Minimum of 1.5 years of recent driving experience
• Must have container and Houston port experience
• No DUI/DWI and failed/refused drug test in last 5 years
Pay: $1,200.00 - $1,800.00 per week
Work Location: In person
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What is the minimum hourly wage for commercial driver jobs in the United States as of January 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the federal minimum wage for drivers is $7.25 per hour as of January 2026, with overtime required at 1.5 times the rate after 40 hours per week. Many states mandate at least $16.50 per hour for CDL holders operating interstate routes.
What work visa is required for non-U.S. citizens applying to driver jobs in 2026?
As per U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, H-2B visas for non-agricultural drivers are capped at 66,000 for fiscal year 2026 with applications due by March 2026. Applicants must hold a valid foreign driver's license and pass a medical exam before petition approval.
What experience and license are needed to qualify for truck driver positions in the United States?
As per the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, applicants must be at least 21 years old, hold a valid Class A CDL, and have completed 120 hours of training including 40 hours behind the wheel by 2026. No formal education beyond high school is required.
What documents are required when applying for driver jobs through official U.S. channels in 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, applicants must submit a valid CDL, Social Security card, proof of citizenship or work authorization, and a completed DOT medical certificate dated within the last 24 months. Background checks via FMCSA are mandatory before hiring.
