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Hire Intermodal Drivers in Minnesota

Access our pool of pre-screened intermodal drivers in Minnesota. Class A CDL holders with 1+ years intermodal or drayage experience experience, placed within 48-96 hours.

Demand
moderate
Adj. Wage
$55,000-$70,000/year
Placement
48-96 hours
State Pool
35,000+
CDL Required
Class A

Intermodal Driver Requirements in Minnesota

Credentials Needed

  • CDL Class:Class A
  • Endorsements:None required
  • Experience:1+ years intermodal or drayage experience
  • Wage Range:$55,000-$70,000/year

Equipment-Specific Skills

  • TWIC card for port access
  • Container chassis coupling and securement expertise
  • Rail yard and port terminal navigation experience
  • Familiarity with container weight verification (VGM) requirements

Minnesota Market for Intermodal Drivers

Top Cities for Intermodal Hiring in Minnesota

#1
Minneapolis
#2
St. Paul
#3
Duluth
#4
Rochester
#5
Bloomington

Employers Driving Intermodal Demand in Minnesota

Target (multiple DCs)3MGeneral MillsCargillBest Buy DCUnitedHealth Group

Why Hire Intermodal Drivers in Minnesota

Target HQ and distribution hub creates massive dry van volume
No toll roads — operational cost savings
Strong food processing industry needs reliable reefer drivers
Iron Range mining provides seasonal flatbed demand
Corporate headquarters concentration creates diverse freight

What Our Intermodal Drivers Bring to Your Minnesota Operation

Hiring Intermodal Drivers in Minnesota — FAQ

Our typical placement time for intermodal drivers is 48-96 hours. In Minnesota, where demand is moderate, availability may be reasonable with standard lead times.
Intermodal drivers in Minnesota typically earn $55,000-$70,000/year. This reflects the state's moderate demand level and the Class A requirement. Minneapolis and St. Paul tend to offer the highest rates.
Intermodal drivers in Minnesota need a Class A CDL. We verify all credentials as part of our screening process. Minnesota has 40+ CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for intermodal driver demand in Minnesota are Minneapolis, St. Paul, Duluth, Rochester. Major employers driving this demand include Target (multiple DCs), 3M, General Mills.
Our Minnesota intermodal driver pool draws from 35,000+ CDL holders statewide. We deliver a 62% turnover rate versus the 91% industry average, saving you the $8,000-$12,000 cost of replacing a driver. Target HQ and distribution hub creates massive dry van volume.

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