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DSV A/S

Driver, Regional Intermodal

Houston, TX · On-site

$1.1K - $1.4K/wk

Driver, Regional Intermodal Time Type: Full Time Summary The regional drayage driver completes regional over-the-road container deliveries with consistent home time, prioritizing safety, efficiency ...

Cargomatic

Pricing Analyst - Drayage

Long Beach, CA · On-site

$75K - $100K/yr

Pricing Analyst - Drayage Long Beach, CA (Hybrid) Full-Time Salary Range: $75,000 - $100,000 About ... Our AI-enabled platform uses real-time data to match shippers with available drivers, creating ...

Schenker & Co AG

Driver, Regional Intermodal

Houston, TX · On-site

$1.2K - $1.6K/wk

Driver, Regional Intermodal Time Type: Full Time Summary The regional drayage driver completes regional over-the-road container deliveries with consistent home time, prioritizing safety, efficiency ...

Dreisbach Enterprises

Drayage Dispatcher

Oakland, CA

$80K - $95K/yr

As a Drayage Dispatcher, you'll be responsible for coordinating the daily movement of import and ... Dispatch drivers by assigning loads, scheduling pickups and deliveries, and optimizing routes to ...

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How much do drayage driver jobs pay per week?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average weekly pay for drayage driver in the United States is $1,523.83, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,182.69 and $1,730.77 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a drayage driver?

To thrive as a Drayage Driver, you need a valid commercial driver’s license (CDL), safe driving skills, and knowledge of local and regional routes, especially within port and rail yard environments. Familiarity with electronic logging devices (ELDs), GPS navigation systems, and compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations is typically required. Strong time management, communication skills, and reliability are standout soft skills in this fast-paced role. These skills and qualities are crucial for ensuring the safe, timely, and efficient transport of cargo containers between ports, terminals, and warehouses.

What is a drayage driver?

A Drayage Driver transports freight over short distances, typically between ports, rail yards, and warehouses. They play a crucial role in the supply chain by moving cargo containers quickly and efficiently. Drayage drivers often operate semi-trucks and must comply with regulations regarding weight limits, hours of service, and cargo security. This job requires a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and knowledge of local routes and logistics procedures. Many drayage drivers work within a specific region, making it a good option for those who prefer shorter hauls over long-distance trucking.

What does a drayage driver do?

A typical day for a Drayage Driver involves picking up cargo containers from ports or rail yards and delivering them to local warehouses, distribution centers, or customers, often making multiple short-haul trips within a metropolitan area. Responsibilities include conducting pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections, managing paperwork or digital records for shipments, and ensuring cargo is safely secured and promptly delivered. Drayage Drivers frequently communicate with dispatchers, port officials, and warehouse staff to coordinate pickup and drop-off schedules. This role can be fast-paced due to tight delivery windows or port schedules, but it offers a routine allowing most drivers to return home daily rather than spending extended periods on the road.

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Driver, Drayage

Estes Forwarding Worldwide

Saint Paul, MN • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 18 days ago

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8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

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Job description

Overview
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Estes Forwarding Worldwide (EFW) is a leading domestic and international freight forwarder in the United States, providing customized logistics and warehousing solutions for clients around the world and across all industries via air, ground, and ocean freight. A subsidiary of Estes Express lines with corporate located in Richmond, Virginia, EFW is uniquely backed by Estes Express Lines' extensive line haul network providing EFW clients with a hybrid transportation network. The company has received industry awards, including Specialty Carrier of the Year and E-Commerce Delivery Carrier of the Year, and has been recognized by Global Trade Americas as a leading 3PL to watch.
We are proud to offer highly competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including:
  • Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Short- and long-term disability plans
  • Life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
  • Job referral bonus program
  • Position Pay Range: $26.00-$28.00 per hour

Responsibilities
The Driver, Drayage is responsible for providing transportation of international and/or domestic containers operating out of multiple locations. The Driver, Drayage must also follow Company, Federal, State, and Local laws with regard to run times and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMSCA) regulations.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must satisfactorily perform each essential duty. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
  • Transporting freight between railroads, ports, and warehouses.
  • Will be required to perform all safety functions, including, but not limited to, operating manual transmission, chaining tires, etc., and must be skilled and qualified to drive in all types of terrain, routes, and environmental conditions.
  • Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure safe working conditions of the tractor and trailer before each trip and at the end of each trip.
  • May be required to use in-cab technology, including electronic logs and other items.
  • May be required to drive different schedules and work the dock based on business needs.
  • Check gauges and visual indicators for malfunctions, ensure seal or lock on trailers, and inspect vehicles before and during trips to determine problems that may be occurring.
  • Must adhere to all FMCSA requirements of those holding a Commercial Driver's License
  • Maintain records required with compliance with local, state, and federal regulations
  • Comply with all requirements for safe and legal transportation of hazardous materials
  • Ensure security of equipment and cargo
  • Promptly report all maintenance problems to Fleet Services and/or supervision
  • Verify unit numbers versus paperwork given and report any discrepancies to your supervisor
  • As approved by Safety, will be allowed/needed to run over the road on occasion, as dictated by business needs.
  • Provide professional and courteous service to our customers and the general public
  • Will assist where needed based on business requirements: Dock work to include loading/unloading freight and road runs.
  • Comply with company C-TPAT and TSA security procedures.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
The qualifications listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
  • Must be registered with the FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse
  • Must be able to drive a tractor-trailer for a period of time that will conform to FMCSA requirements.
  • Ability to operate a forklift (minimum 7,500 lb. vehicle)
  • Must be capable of dropping/hooking and coupling trailers which involves cranking landing gear, pulling the 5th wheel pin which takes approximately 65 lbs. of pressure; and maneuvering a trailer dolly.
  • Must be able to drive all routes and in all types of terrain, including, but not limited to, mountains, steeply inclined roads, curvy highways, desert areas, bridges, tunnels, etc.
  • Must be able to operate all safety and operational functions of equipment, including, but not limited to, chaining tires, driving manual transmission vehicles, etc.
  • Must have an acceptable MVR.
  • Must be 25 years of age and have a minimum of two years consecutive driving experience.
  • Must be familiar with state motor vehicle laws and FMCSA rules and regulations.
  • Must pass a road test.
  • Ability to read and interpret general business documents.
  • Ability to write routine reports and general business correspondence.
  • Ability to work with peers and communicate basic concepts.
  • Ability to solve practical problems through standardized solutions that require limited judgment.
  • Ability to follow prescribed and detailed procedures to solve routine problems.
  • Must pass a pre-employment FMCSA medical exam and drug screen, random drug and/or alcohol tests, and will be subject to a criminal history background check.
  • Must be eligible to work in the United States.
  • At this time, EFW will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.
  • EFW offers an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, ethnicity, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent.
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
Must possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License; HazMat, Tanker, and Doubles endorsements preferred (LCV requirements may apply).
TRAVEL
Periodic travel up to 90% required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
The employee is frequently required to lift and/or move a minimum of 70 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to lift, twist, turn, and climb. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit and climb or balance.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The employee may be required to work in high/precarious places, with hazardous materials, and in various weather conditions. The employee will also be exposed to various terrains, including, but not limited to, mountains, steeply inclined roads, curvy highways, desert areas, bridges, tunnels, etc. The noise level in the work environment ranges from quiet to loud as required by the essential functions of the job.
EFW is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Female/Disabled/Veteran.

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