Hire Intermodal Drivers in Montana
Access our pool of pre-screened intermodal drivers in Montana. Class A CDL holders with 1+ years intermodal or drayage experience experience, placed within 48-96 hours.
Demand
moderate
Adj. Wage
$53,000-$68,000/year
Placement
48-96 hours
State Pool
7,500+
CDL Required
Class A
Intermodal Driver Requirements in Montana
Credentials Needed
- CDL Class:Class A
- Endorsements:None required
- Experience:1+ years intermodal or drayage experience
- Wage Range:$53,000-$68,000/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
Montana Market for Intermodal Drivers
Top Cities for Intermodal Hiring in Montana
#1
Billings
#2
Missoula
#3
Great Falls
#4
Bozeman
#5
Helena
Employers Driving Intermodal Demand in Montana
CHS Inc (grain)ExxonMobil (Billings refinery)Knife RiverStillwater MiningCostco DC
Why Hire Intermodal Drivers in Montana
No sales tax reduces fleet operating costs
Bakken oil field loads pay premium rates ($4+/mile)
Long-haul drivers appreciate Montana's open roads
Quality of life attracts drivers seeking lower stress
Growing tourism economy needs seasonal freight support
What Our Intermodal Drivers Bring to Your Montana 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
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Hiring Intermodal Drivers in Montana — FAQ
Our typical placement time for intermodal drivers is 48-96 hours. In Montana, where demand is moderate, availability may be reasonable with standard lead times.
Intermodal drivers in Montana typically earn $53,000-$68,000/year. This reflects the state's moderate demand level and the Class A requirement. Billings and Missoula tend to offer the highest rates.
Intermodal drivers in Montana need a Class A CDL. We verify all credentials as part of our screening process. Montana has 12 CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for intermodal driver demand in Montana are Billings, Missoula, Great Falls, Bozeman. Major employers driving this demand include CHS Inc (grain), ExxonMobil (Billings refinery), Knife River.
Our Montana intermodal driver pool draws from 7,500+ CDL holders statewide. We deliver a 58% turnover rate versus the 91% industry average, saving you the $8,000-$12,000 cost of replacing a driver. No sales tax reduces fleet operating costs.