CDL-A Local Dedicated Port Driver Good Pay + New Hire Bonus

CDL-A Local Driver Chiquita Account Good Pay + Bonus | Home Daily

Join a dedicated local port and container operation hauling 40-foot containers between the Port of Wilmington, the local yard, and a distribution center. Enjoy home daily, no-touch freight, consistent morning starts, and strong weekly earning potential.

Pay Details

Average Weekly Earnings: $1,700$1,800

$26/hour with annual pay increases

$1,500 guaranteed weekly pay during the first 30 days

$500 New Hire Transition Bonus paid in full on the second paycheck

$3,000 referral bonus for each qualified driver referred

$250 per day for two-day paid orientation

Job Details

Haul 40-foot containers, primarily carrying banana freight

Shuttle loads between the Port of Wilmington, local yard, and distribution center

Operate primarily within a 15-mile radius of the port

No-touch freight

Consistent dedicated local routes

Port and container experience is not required; account support and instruction are provided

Shift Details

Home daily

Typical start times between 5:00 AM and 7:00 AM

Consistent local daytime work

Job Requirements

Valid Class A CDL

Minimum 6 months of recent tractor-trailer experience

Valid TWIC card

Minimum 21 years of age

Previous container or tanker experience

Must meet all DOT qualification requirements

Must pass a comprehensive drug test

Satisfactory driving, safety, and employment history

Ability to safely operate a tractor-trailer in port, yard, and local delivery environments

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan with company match