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Lawson Drayage Inc

Estimator - Sparks

Sparks, NV · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

Description Lawson Drayage, Inc. serves as the oldest and most respected machinery moving and high-tech handling company in the San Francisco Greater Bay Area, Northern California, and Western Nevada.

Lawson Drayage Inc

Estimator - Sparks

Sparks, NV · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

Lawson Drayage, Inc. serves as the oldest and most respected machinery moving and high-tech handling company in the San Francisco Greater Bay Area, Northern California, and Western Nevada. A family ...

Lawson Drayage Inc

Estimator - Sparks

Sparks, NV · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

Job Type Full-time Description Lawson Drayage, Inc. serves as the oldest and most respected machinery moving and high-tech handling company in the San Francisco Greater Bay Area, Northern California ...

Lawson Drayage Inc

Fleet Mechanic

Sparks, NV · On-site

$35 - $45/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

Job Type Full-time Description Lawson Drayage is the oldest and most respected machinery-moving and high-tech handling company in the Greater Bay Area, Northern California, and Western Nevada. Family ...

Lawson Drayage Inc

Fleet Mechanic

Sparks, NV · On-site

$24.75 - $31.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

Description: Lawson Drayage is the oldest and most respected machinery-moving and high-tech handling company in the Greater Bay Area, Northern California, and Western Nevada. Family owned ...

Lawson Drayage Inc

Fleet Mechanic

Sparks, NV · On-site

$24.75 - $31.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

Description Lawson Drayage is the oldest and most respected machinery-moving and high-tech handling company in the Greater Bay Area, Northern California, and Western Nevada. Family owned and operated ...

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How much do drayage jobs pay per week?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average weekly pay for drayage in Nevada is $1,551.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,203.85 and $1,761.54 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is drayage?

A drayage job involves transporting freight over short distances, typically between ports, rail yards, and distribution centers. Drayage drivers handle containerized cargo, often moving shipments from ships or trains to their next destination. This type of trucking is essential in the supply chain, ensuring goods transition smoothly between different modes of transport. Drayage jobs require specialized equipment, such as chassis to haul shipping containers. Drivers usually operate within a specific region, making it a crucial yet localized part of freight logistics.

What does a drayage worker do?

Drayage professionals are responsible for the short-haul movement of cargo containers between ports, rail terminals, warehouses, and distribution centers. On a typical day, you may coordinate pickup and delivery schedules, inspect and secure loads, handle required documentation, and communicate with dispatchers and facility personnel to resolve any issues or delays. The role requires careful attention to timing and compliance with safety and regulatory standards. You’ll also spend a significant portion of your day driving and navigating port or urban environments, often working independently but with ongoing coordination with your team and customers.

What skills and qualifications are needed for drayage?

To thrive in drayage, a strong knowledge of freight logistics, transportation regulations, and efficient route planning is essential, often supported by a commercial driver's license (CDL) and experience with container handling. Familiarity with transportation management systems (TMS), GPS tracking devices, and port-specific software is commonly required. Excellent communication, time management, and problem-solving abilities help drayage professionals excel when coordinating with customers, dispatchers, and terminal staff. These skills are crucial to ensure timely and compliant cargo transfers, minimize delays, and maintain smooth operations in a fast-paced logistics environment.

How do I get into drayage?

To get into drayage, you typically need a commercial driver's license (CDL) and experience driving heavy trucks. Knowledge of logistics, transportation regulations, and the use of equipment like chassis and containers is also important. Entry-level positions may require a clean driving record and the ability to work flexible hours in a fast-paced environment.

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Commercial Class A Local Delivery Driver

Lawson Drayage Inc

Sparks, NV

Full-time

Posted 10 days ago

Job description

Description

Commercial Class A Driver - Local Work, Home Every Night

Lawson Drayage

Looking for a Class A driving career without long-haul routes or extended travel? Join Lawson Drayage and enjoy local work that allows you to return home every night.

No long haul. No overnight routes. No extended travel.

Lawson Drayage is seeking a dependable Commercial Class A Driver to assist with loading, transporting, and delivering customers' products safely and on time. This is a hands-on position in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Experience with forklifts, load securement, and transporting materials of various sizes and weights is preferred but not required. We provide on-the-job training and certification in all aspects of the position. You'll have opportunities to expand your skills while working with our fleet of late-model trucks and equipment.

What We Offer
  • Local driving with no long-haul routes
  • Home every night
  • No extended or overnight travel
  • On-the-job training and certification
  • Late-model trucks and equipment
  • Opportunities to expand your knowledge and skills
  • A team-oriented work environment
Essential Responsibilities
  • Communicate with dispatch regarding job requirements and daily assignments
  • Provide dispatch with status updates throughout each job
  • Inspect and prepare loads for safe transportation
  • Determine the proper lifting method and equipment for each project
  • Load and unload semi-trucks safely
  • CDL must not have an automatic-transmission-only restriction (E restriction)
  • Properly strap, tie down, and secure loads
  • Determine load weights and identify centers of gravity
  • Move equipment and materials to and from work areas
  • Operate forklifts and other equipment as trained and authorized
  • Maintain clean work areas and return tools to their proper locations
  • Communicate professionally with customers and rigging, construction, engineering, and other on-site teams
  • Follow all company, state, and federal safety requirements
  • Complete and maintain required safety training
  • Arrive on time and clock in and out correctly for every scheduled shift
  • Perform other duties as assigned
Preferred Skills and Experience
  • Valid Commercial Class A driver's license
  • General understanding of transporting materials of varying sizes and weights
  • Experience with forklifts or similar equipment
  • Familiarity with proper tie-down and load-securement procedures
  • Ability to work safely in a hands-on, team-oriented environment
  • Strong communication, dependability, and professionalism

Prior experience is helpful, but it is not required. At Lawson Drayage, we believe hands-on training is one of the most effective ways to learn our trade.


Build your career with Lawson Drayage-without sacrificing your evenings at home. Apply today.



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