Hire Intermodal Drivers in Mississippi
Access our pool of pre-screened intermodal drivers in Mississippi. Class A CDL holders with 1+ years intermodal or drayage experience experience, placed within 48-96 hours.
Demand
moderate
Adj. Wage
$46,000-$59,000/year
Placement
48-96 hours
State Pool
22,000+
CDL Required
Class A
Intermodal Driver Requirements in Mississippi
Credentials Needed
- CDL Class:Class A
- Endorsements:None required
- Experience:1+ years intermodal or drayage experience
- Wage Range:$46,000-$59,000/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
Mississippi Market for Intermodal Drivers
Top Cities for Intermodal Hiring in Mississippi
#1
Jackson
#2
Gulfport
#3
Hattiesburg
#4
Tupelo
#5
Southaven
Employers Driving Intermodal Demand in Mississippi
Nissan (Canton)Toyota (Blue Springs)Sanderson FarmsIngalls Shipbuilding (Pascagoula)Walmart DCs
Why Hire Intermodal Drivers in Mississippi
Lowest fuel tax in the region — 18.4 cents/gallon
Automotive manufacturing provides steady freight
Lowest cost of living in the US maximizes driver pay impact
Abundant truck parking reduces driver frustration
Poultry processing creates consistent reefer demand
What Our Intermodal Drivers Bring to Your Mississippi Operation
- Home daily — most intermodal routes are local/regional
- Consistent volume at major rail hubs (Chicago, LA, Savannah)
- TWIC card creates competitive advantage over non-credentialed drivers
- Growing sector — intermodal volume increases annually
- Less OTR wear on drivers — shorter routes, predictable schedules
Other Equipment Types in Mississippi
Hiring Intermodal Drivers in Mississippi — FAQ
Our typical placement time for intermodal drivers is 48-96 hours. In Mississippi, where demand is moderate, availability may be reasonable with standard lead times.
Intermodal drivers in Mississippi typically earn $46,000-$59,000/year. This reflects the state's moderate demand level and the Class A requirement. Jackson and Gulfport tend to offer the highest rates.
Intermodal drivers in Mississippi need a Class A CDL. We verify all credentials as part of our screening process. Mississippi has 30+ CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for intermodal driver demand in Mississippi are Jackson, Gulfport, Hattiesburg, Tupelo. Major employers driving this demand include Nissan (Canton), Toyota (Blue Springs), Sanderson Farms.
Our Mississippi intermodal driver pool draws from 22,000+ 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. Lowest fuel tax in the region — 18.4 cents/gallon.