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How much do intermodal owner operators jobs pay per week?

As of Jul 27, 2026, the average weekly pay for intermodal owner operators in California is $4,338.12, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $2,373.08 and $6,451.92 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some of the common challenges Intermodal Owner Operators face when managing schedules and deliveries?

Intermodal Owner Operators often encounter challenges related to coordinating pick-ups and drop-offs at rail yards, ports, and customer locations, which can sometimes involve waiting for cargo availability or dealing with congested facilities. Balancing tight delivery windows while navigating regulations and varying schedules between different transportation modes requires strong organizational skills. Additionally, maintaining communication with dispatchers and keeping accurate records is essential for efficient operations and timely deliveries. Building relationships with terminal personnel and staying updated on terminal procedures can also help mitigate delays and streamline daily workflow.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Intermodal Owner Operator, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Intermodal Owner Operator, you need a valid CDL-A license, strong driving skills, and knowledge of intermodal freight operations, often supported by experience in container transport. Familiarity with electronic logging devices (ELDs), dispatch systems, and compliance with DOT regulations is typically required. Excellent time management, reliability, and communication skills help in coordinating with terminals, customers, and logistics teams. These abilities ensure efficient, safe, and profitable transport of goods across rail and trucking networks while meeting regulatory and client expectations.

What are Intermodal Owner Operators?

Intermodal Owner Operators are independent truck drivers or small business owners who transport freight using multiple modes of transportation, such as trucks, trains, and ships. They typically own or lease their own trucks and contract with intermodal carriers or logistics companies to move containers between ports, rail yards, and customer locations. This role allows for flexible schedules and the potential for higher earnings, but also comes with responsibilities such as maintaining the truck, managing expenses, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
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Infographic showing various Intermodal Owner Operators job openings in California as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 95% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $225,582 per year, or $108.5 per hour.

CDL-A Drivers needed URGENTLY for growing Intermodal account, home DAILY! Hazmat required.

Drive Time Transports

Bell Gardens, CA

$1.4K - $1.8K/wk

Full-time

Posted 22 days ago

Job description


QUALIFED CDL-A DRIVERS FOR LOCAL, HOME DAILY INTERMODAL JOB IN BELL GARDENS, CA!

HOME DAILY! MUST LIVE WITHIN 25 MILES OF BELL GARDENS

HAZMAT REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION

MINIMUM 6 MONTHS CURRENT TRACTOR TRAILER EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

AVERAGE WEEKLY: $1400- $1800 (depending on miles 1000-1500 weekly scheduled shifts)

5 DAY WORK WEEK

EXTRA SHIFTS AVAILABLE TO PICK UP ON A VOLUNTEER BASES

Intermodal account that crosses in the Inland Empire, LA area.

5 ramps we run out of Long Beach, LA, Commerce City, City of Industry and Bloomington

Going up north on the Grapevine and Shafer/LeBec area

NO MORE THAN 4 JOBS IN THE LAST YEAR

*NO MORE THAN 90 DAYS OF UNEMPLOYMENT - NO EXCEPTIONS!

ANY ACCIDENTS (REGARDLESS OF FAULT) WILL REQUIRE A CRASH REPORT IF ACCIDENT WAS IN THE LAST 5 YEARS

NO TOUCH FREIGHT!

PLEASE READ TO SEE IF YOU QUALIFY

MINIMUM ONE YEAR OR CDL-A TRACTOR TRAILER EXPERIENCE - MUST BE VERIFIABLE

No more than 2 MV's in the last 2 years. No serious traffic violations in the last 12 months.

No more than 1 on-road or DOT preventable loss in the last 2 years. No major preventable accidents in the last 5 years

No DUI/DWI within the past 10 years if the offense occurred while they held a CDL-A or Commercial Learners Permit. No DUI/DWI within the last 5 years if the offense occurred prior to getting a CDL-A

NO SAP DRIVERS

Click apply now to get scheduled for orientation.


DriveTime Transports stands for safe, secure, and reliable transportation services delivered by a network of independent freight agents, company drivers,
leased owner-operators, and other third-party capacity providers. We empower these entrepreneurs to offer customized shipping solutions.
DriveTime Transports is a worldwide asset-light provider of integrated transportation management solutions delivering safe, specialized transportation services
to a broad range of customers utilizing a network of agents, third-party capacity owners, and employees.
At DriveTime Transports we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer and considers qualified applicants without regard to race,
color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor under federal, state, or local law.

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