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Schneider

CDL-A - Intermodal truck driver

Gaithersburg, MD · On-site

$1K - $1K/wk

Haul freight containers secured to company-owned chassis. * 99% no-touch freight that is 80% drop ... Paid time off after 6 months, plus 6 days of holiday pay per year. * Annual bonus: Earn up to 3% of ...

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How much do day intermodal container jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for day intermodal container in Reston, VA is $76,367.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $72,800.00 and $82,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Day Intermodal Container vs Yard Driver?

AspectDay Intermodal ContainerYard Driver
CredentialsCDL license, container handling certificationsCDL license, yard safety training
Work EnvironmentIntermodal yards, shipping terminalsYard areas, terminal facilities
Employer & IndustryShipping lines, intermodal carriersTrucking companies, freight terminals
Job FocusLoading/unloading containers onto trains/trucksMoving containers within yard, organizing equipment

Both roles require CDL licenses and involve working in terminal environments. A Day Intermodal Container worker primarily handles loading and unloading containers onto trains or trucks, focusing on intermodal logistics. Yard Drivers mainly move containers within the yard, organizing and positioning them for transport. While their tasks differ, both roles are essential in freight movement and share similar certifications and work settings.

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CDL-A - Intermodal truck driver

CDL-A - Intermodal truck driver

Schneider

Gaithersburg, MD • On-site

$1K - $1K/wk

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago

Schneider National rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 94 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description


Intermodal truck driver

Average pay: $1,320-$1,550 weekly

Home time: Weekly

Experience: 3 months or greater CDL experience

Overview
  • Haul freight containers secured to company-owned chassis.
  • 99% no-touch freight that is 80% drop-and-hook.
  • Drive in and out of railyards within DE, MD, PA, VA and WV.
Pay and bonus potential
  • Mileage pay and load pay, plus hourly pay while on duty, not driving.
  • $5,000 sign-on bonus paid over 12 monthly payments in your first year for experienced drivers.
  • Paid orientation.
  • Paid time off after 6 months, plus 6 days of holiday pay per year.
  • Annual bonus: Earn up to 3% of annual gross pay each year.
Qualifications
  • Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
  • Tanker endorsement and HazMat endorsement are strongly preferred.
  • Live within 75 miles of Baltimore, MD.
  • Minimum 3 months of Class A driving experience.

Need one or more of your endorsements, or unsure if you qualify? Call us at 800-447-7433, and we can talk you through it.

Additional benefits
  • Medical, dental and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) savings plan with company match.
  • Unlimited referral bonuses.
  • Credit for Military Experience and Military Apprenticeship programs, plus more military benefits.
  • Leading equipment and technology specs designed for driver comfort.
  • See full list of driver benefit package.
More reasons to choose Schneider Intermodal driving
  • 35 years of intermodal expertise – Schneider offers the stability, reliability and long-term opportunity only a proven, established network can provide.
  • More drop-and-hook freight – Spend more time moving and less time waiting at loading docks.
  • Specific training – Attend paid intermodal orientation at a major hub.
  • Leading technology – Use tablets and mobile apps to get the job done quicker and easier.
Schneider's inclusive culture

Our history has taught us that treating everyone with dignity and respect is vital to our ongoing success. We embrace and seek out diversity that is inclusive of thought, race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, age, religion, sexual orientation, ability, medical condition, veteran or military status, experience and background. This diversity and openness ensures all associates have equal access to opportunities and resources to contribute fully to the organization's success, and it fuels innovation, improves strategic thinking and cultivates leadership. Any applicant may request a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by contacting their Recruiter, Human Resources Business Partner, and/or Human Resources Leave Administration.

Schneider uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired associates. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.


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