Hire Intermodal Drivers in Virginia
Access our pool of pre-screened intermodal drivers in Virginia. Class A CDL holders with 1+ years intermodal or drayage experience experience, placed within 48-96 hours.
Demand
very high
Adj. Wage
$55,000-$70,000/year
Placement
48-96 hours
State Pool
48,000+
CDL Required
Class A
Intermodal Driver Requirements in Virginia
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
Virginia Market for Intermodal Drivers
Top Cities for Intermodal Hiring in Virginia
#1
Virginia Beach
#2
Norfolk
#3
Richmond
#4
Arlington
#5
Chesapeake
#6
Roanoke
Employers Driving Intermodal Demand in Virginia
Port of Virginia (Norfolk)Amazon (10+ FCs)Newport News ShipbuildingMilitary basesWalmart DCs
Why Hire Intermodal Drivers in Virginia
Port of Virginia is the deepest on the East Coast
I-81 is a major north-south freight corridor
Military and defense create stable long-term freight demand
DC-metro proximity provides government logistics opportunities
Diverse economy supports demand for all equipment types
What Our Intermodal Drivers Bring to Your Virginia 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 Virginia — FAQ
Our typical placement time for intermodal drivers is 48-96 hours. In Virginia, where demand is very high, availability may be tighter — we recommend submitting requests as early as possible.
Intermodal drivers in Virginia typically earn $55,000-$70,000/year. This reflects the state's very high demand level and the Class A requirement. Virginia Beach and Norfolk tend to offer the highest rates.
Intermodal drivers in Virginia need a Class A CDL. We verify all credentials as part of our screening process. Virginia has 60+ CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for intermodal driver demand in Virginia are Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Richmond, Arlington. Major employers driving this demand include Port of Virginia (Norfolk), Amazon (10+ FCs), Newport News Shipbuilding.
Our Virginia intermodal driver pool draws from 48,000+ CDL holders statewide. We deliver a 66% turnover rate versus the 91% industry average, saving you the $8,000-$12,000 cost of replacing a driver. Port of Virginia is the deepest on the East Coast.