CDL-A Intermodal Driver - Regional/OTR
Company
TRI STAR FREIGHT SYSTEM, INC.
Location
Houston, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
2 days ago
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Job Description
Job Description:
Company Overview:
Tri Star Freight System, Inc., a leader in the transportation/trucking industry, is looking for an Over the Road Intermodal Company Driver to join our Houston, TX team! We offer per-mile pay, starting Houston, TX Regional/OTR truck drivers at $0.59 cents per mile.
Additionally, we offer our drivers a $2,500 Sign-On Bonus – paid in increments (60, 120, 180 and 365 days) and a very competitive benefits package that includes 100% Company Paid Profit Sharing and much more.
What We Offer:
• Local - $26.25 Per Hour (0-100 Miles From the Port)
• Regional - $0.80 CPM (101-200 Miles From the Port)
• OTR - $0.59 CPM (201+ Miles From the Port)
• Full Time Position
Intermodal Truck Driver Responsibilities:
• Deliver products to our customers in a safe, courteous, and timely manner.
• You must be hard-working, team-oriented, friendly, honest, and have great customer service skills.
Driver Benefits Include:
• Paid $15.00 per hour for Breakdown / Maintenance
• Layover Pay is a flat rate of $150.00 (includes meals, hotel, rental car, etc.) if billable or dispatch error. Other instances will be reviewed as they occur.
• Detention / Waiting Time - 2 hours free, then hourly rate applies if billable (Driver must let dispatcher know if going into detention and detention must be signed off)
• $2,500 Sign-On Bonus – paid in increments (60, 120, 180 and 365 days)
• Referral Bonus – paid in increments
• Paid weekly
• Fuel credit card (for diesel and def only, unless used for preventative maintenance or parts authorized by Fleet Manager). No personal usage allowed.
Employer Paid Benefits:
• 100% Company Paid $25k Basic Term Life
• 100% Company Paid $25k AD&D
• 100% Company Paid LTD
• 100% Company Paid Profit Sharing (eligible after one year of service/ fully vested on Year 7)
• Employee Discounts
• EAP – Employee Assistance Program
• 8 Paid holidays
• 8 hours of paid PTO on Birthday
• 8 hours of Preventative Health Leave after one year of continuous service
• 10 days of paid PTO after one year of continuous service
Additional Benefits:
• Not Guaranteed: Discretionary Bonuses – paid at end of each year, based on performance
• Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Health Coverage (both employee and employer contribution)
• MetLife Supplemental Insurance Coverage:
• Dental PPO Plan (Employee pays 100%)
• Vision PPO Plan (Employee pays 100%)
• Accident (Employee pays 100%)
• Cancer (Employee pays 100%)
• Critical Illness (Employee pays 100%)
• Hospital Indemnity (Employee pays 100%)
• Short Term Disability (Employee pays 100%)
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance (Employee pays 100%)
Benefits:
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Fuel card
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Vision insurance
Supplemental Pay:
• Breakdown pay
• Layover pay
• Signing bonus
Trucking Route:
• Local
• OTR
• Regional
Work Days:
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed
Work Location: On the road
Job Requirements:
Must have:
• Required: Valid Class A – CDL
• Required: A minimum of 2 years’ Tractor-trailer operation
• Required: A minimum of 2 years’ OTR driving experience
• Required: Acceptable motor vehicle record (specific requirements may vary)
• Required: Must pass drug and other pre-employment requirements
• Required: TWIC Card holder (unexpired)
We do not accept SAP drivers or drivers that have ever been a part of the SAP program
Company Overview:
Tri Star Freight System, Inc., a leader in the transportation/trucking industry, is looking for an Over the Road Intermodal Company Driver to join our Houston, TX team! We offer per-mile pay, starting Houston, TX Regional/OTR truck drivers at $0.59 cents per mile.
Additionally, we offer our drivers a $2,500 Sign-On Bonus – paid in increments (60, 120, 180 and 365 days) and a very competitive benefits package that includes 100% Company Paid Profit Sharing and much more.
What We Offer:
• Local - $26.25 Per Hour (0-100 Miles From the Port)
• Regional - $0.80 CPM (101-200 Miles From the Port)
• OTR - $0.59 CPM (201+ Miles From the Port)
• Full Time Position
Intermodal Truck Driver Responsibilities:
• Deliver products to our customers in a safe, courteous, and timely manner.
• You must be hard-working, team-oriented, friendly, honest, and have great customer service skills.
Driver Benefits Include:
• Paid $15.00 per hour for Breakdown / Maintenance
• Layover Pay is a flat rate of $150.00 (includes meals, hotel, rental car, etc.) if billable or dispatch error. Other instances will be reviewed as they occur.
• Detention / Waiting Time - 2 hours free, then hourly rate applies if billable (Driver must let dispatcher know if going into detention and detention must be signed off)
• $2,500 Sign-On Bonus – paid in increments (60, 120, 180 and 365 days)
• Referral Bonus – paid in increments
• Paid weekly
• Fuel credit card (for diesel and def only, unless used for preventative maintenance or parts authorized by Fleet Manager). No personal usage allowed.
Employer Paid Benefits:
• 100% Company Paid $25k Basic Term Life
• 100% Company Paid $25k AD&D
• 100% Company Paid LTD
• 100% Company Paid Profit Sharing (eligible after one year of service/ fully vested on Year 7)
• Employee Discounts
• EAP – Employee Assistance Program
• 8 Paid holidays
• 8 hours of paid PTO on Birthday
• 8 hours of Preventative Health Leave after one year of continuous service
• 10 days of paid PTO after one year of continuous service
Additional Benefits:
• Not Guaranteed: Discretionary Bonuses – paid at end of each year, based on performance
• Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Health Coverage (both employee and employer contribution)
• MetLife Supplemental Insurance Coverage:
• Dental PPO Plan (Employee pays 100%)
• Vision PPO Plan (Employee pays 100%)
• Accident (Employee pays 100%)
• Cancer (Employee pays 100%)
• Critical Illness (Employee pays 100%)
• Hospital Indemnity (Employee pays 100%)
• Short Term Disability (Employee pays 100%)
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance (Employee pays 100%)
Benefits:
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Fuel card
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Vision insurance
Supplemental Pay:
• Breakdown pay
• Layover pay
• Signing bonus
Trucking Route:
• Local
• OTR
• Regional
Work Days:
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed
Work Location: On the road
Job Requirements:
Must have:
• Required: Valid Class A – CDL
• Required: A minimum of 2 years’ Tractor-trailer operation
• Required: A minimum of 2 years’ OTR driving experience
• Required: Acceptable motor vehicle record (specific requirements may vary)
• Required: Must pass drug and other pre-employment requirements
• Required: TWIC Card holder (unexpired)
We do not accept SAP drivers or drivers that have ever been a part of the SAP program
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What is the federal minimum wage and overtime rate for truck drivers in the United States as of 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the federal minimum wage for drivers is $7.25 per hour in 2026 with overtime required at 1.5 times the rate after 40 hours in a workweek for non-exempt employees. Most interstate truck drivers must also follow FMCSA hours-of-service rules limiting driving to 11 hours per day. Employers must pay at least this rate regardless of state variations.
What visa is required for foreign nationals to work as commercial drivers in the United States in 2026?
As per U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, foreign drivers typically need an H-2B visa for non-agricultural temporary work or a TN visa under USMCA for Canadian or Mexican citizens with a valid CDL. Applicants must have a job offer from a U.S. employer who files Form I-129 and pay the $460 filing fee as of 2026. The visa allows stays up to 3 years with possible extensions.
What are the exact eligibility requirements including age and license for interstate truck driver jobs in 2026?
As per the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, drivers must be at least 21 years old, hold a valid Class A CDL, and pass a DOT physical exam valid for 24 months. They also need to complete entry-level driver training of at least 30 hours behind the wheel before 2026. No felony convictions in the past 7 years for certain offenses are allowed.
What documents are needed to apply for a commercial driver's license for driver jobs in 2026?
As per the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, applicants must submit proof of identity with a birth certificate or passport, Social Security number verification, and a valid medical examiner's certificate dated within the last 24 months. They also need to provide proof of residency and pass both knowledge and skills tests at a state DMV. The application fee averages $75 depending on the state.
