CDL-A Local Intermodal Driver – Austell, GA

$1,443 Average Weekly Earnings | Home Daily | $75,038 Average Annual Earnings | No-Touch Freight

Cornerstone Driver Solutions is recruiting experienced CDL-A Company Drivers for a local intermodal opportunity in the Austell / Atlanta West, Georgia area.

This position is designed for drivers who want daily home time, consistent freight, competitive earnings, and a local operating area. Drivers will transport intermodal containers between rail facilities, customer locations, distribution centers, and other assigned locations throughout the Atlanta West market.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• Approximately $1,443 average weekly earnings
• Approximately $75,038 average annual earnings
• Home daily
• Local intermodal / drayage
• Hourly pay + $0.33 CPM
• No-touch container freight
• Year-round freight
• 24/7 dispatch support
• Company driver position
• Benefits available
• Hiring within 35 miles of ZIP code 30339

THE OPPORTUNITY

As a CDL-A Local Intermodal Driver, you will safely transport intermodal containers between rail facilities, customer locations, distribution centers, terminals, and other assigned destinations.

The position operates primarily throughout the Austell / Atlanta West market, providing drivers with a local operation and home-daily schedule.

This is a Company Driver position. Owner Operators, teams, and trainees are not accepted for this opportunity.

HOME TIME & SCHEDULE

Home Daily

Drivers return home each day after completing their assigned work.

Schedule and start times may vary based on the carrier's operational needs. Day, night, and weekend work may be available or assigned depending on the account.

• Home daily
• Local operation
• Day and night schedules may be available
• Weekend work may be required
• Year-round freight
• 24/7 dispatch support

Drivers should be prepared to maintain a reliable attendance record and work the schedule assigned to the account.

PAY & COMPENSATION

Approximately $1,443 Average Weekly Earnings

Approximately $75,038 Average Annual Earnings

The compensation structure includes:

• Hourly pay
• $0.33 CPM
• Additional compensation may apply for qualifying night and weekend work

Weekly and annual earnings are average account earnings and are not guaranteed. Actual compensation may vary based on hours worked, miles, freight volume, schedule, and other account-specific factors.

OPERATING AREA

The position operates primarily throughout the Atlanta West / Austell market.

Routes may extend up to approximately 250 miles per day, depending on assigned freight and operational requirements.

Important: The approximately 250-mile operating area is not the driver hiring radius.

Hiring Area

Drivers must live within approximately 35 miles of ZIP code 30339.

Candidates outside the required hiring area may not qualify for this specific account.

FREIGHT & EQUIPMENT

Drivers will transport intermodal containers on chassis.

This is a no-touch freight position, meaning drivers are not responsible for physically loading or unloading the freight inside the containers.

Typical operations may include:

• Intermodal container transportation
• Rail-to-customer moves
• Customer-to-rail moves
• Terminal and rail facility operations
• Distribution center deliveries
• Container and chassis inspections
• Drop-and-hook operations when assigned

Drivers should be comfortable operating safely around rail facilities, terminals, customer locations, and congested Atlanta-area traffic.

DRIVER RESPONSIBILITIES

The driver will be responsible for:

• Safely operating a Class A commercial motor vehicle
• Transporting intermodal containers according to assigned routes
• Completing required pre-trip and post-trip inspections
• Inspecting the tractor, chassis, and container as required
• Safely coupling and uncoupling equipment
• Maintaining accurate ELD and required driving records
• Following DOT regulations and carrier safety policies
• Communicating with dispatch regarding loads, delays, and operational issues
• Completing required paperwork and delivery documentation
• Maintaining professional communication with customers and facility personnel
• Reporting equipment, safety, or operational issues promptly
• Maintaining a safe and professional work environment

CDL-A DRIVER REQUIREMENTS

Qualified candidates should have:

• Valid Class A CDL
• Verifiable tractor-trailer driving experience meeting carrier requirements
• A safe and responsible driving history
• Ability to meet applicable DOT and carrier qualification requirements
• Ability to pass required drug and alcohol screening
• Ability to meet applicable DOT medical requirements
• Reliable transportation to and from the assigned reporting location
• Reliable attendance and punctuality
• Ability to safely operate in an intermodal and terminal environment

Experience Requirement

Candidates must meet the carrier's applicable experience requirements. Current requirements include:

• 1 year of verifiable tractor-trailer experience within the previous 3 years, or
• 2 years of verifiable tractor-trailer experience within the previous 5 years

Final qualification and hiring decisions are determined by the carrier and are subject to its current safety, experience, MVR, DOT, and employment requirements.

BENEFITS

Benefits and programs may include:

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Paid vacation / time off
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Flexible spending benefits
• Safety incentive programs
• Other carrier-sponsored benefits

Benefits, eligibility, waiting periods, and availability are subject to the applicable carrier's plans and employment requirements.

CARRIER INTERVIEW PROCESS

Qualified candidates who successfully complete the Cornerstone Driver Solutions screening process may advance to the carrier interview process.

At that stage, Cornerstone Driver Solutions will provide the carrier's name, contact information, and instructions for the next step.

The carrier will conduct the interview and complete its final employment, safety, MVR, DOT, drug-screening, and onboarding requirements.

Carrier Disclosure: The carrier's name and contact information will be provided to qualified candidates who advance to this stage of the hiring process.

WHY WORK WITH CORNERSTONE DRIVER SOLUTIONS?

At Cornerstone Driver Solutions, we help CDL drivers find opportunities that align with their experience, earning goals, home-time needs, and preferred type of driving.

We work to make the recruiting process straightforward and transparent so you know what to expect before moving forward with a carrier.

No Recruiting Fees for Drivers

You never pay Cornerstone Driver Solutions to apply for a driving opportunity.

Our recruiting services are provided at no cost to qualified CDL drivers.

READY TO GET STARTED?

If you're an experienced CDL-A driver in the Austell / Atlanta West area looking for a home-daily local intermodal opportunity, submit your application through this posting.

Your application will be reviewed to determine whether you meet the initial requirements for the position. Qualified candidates will then be contacted regarding the next steps in the carrier's hiring process.

Apply today and take the next step toward a home-daily CDL-A driving opportunity with Cornerstone Driver Solutions.