CDL Class A Driver - Port and Rail Yards

CDL Class A Driver

Location

• Compton, CA (Tractor parking)

Employment

• W2 company driver

Equipment

• New Kenworth day cabs
• Transition to Tesla semis end of 2026/into 2027
• Maintained under a strict and frequent preventative maintenance program - we operate only safe, well-maintained trucks.

Position Overview

• Strange Trip Inc. is hiring motivated and professional CDL Class A tractor-trailer drivers to join our growing team.
• Port experience is a plus
• We're a family-owned, safety-oriented carrier running both for FedEx and under our own DOT authority.
• We take pride in treating every driver with respect, fairness, and honesty - at Strange Trip, you're not just a driver, you're family.

Requirements

• CDL Class A License
• Minimum 2 years of verifiable tractor-trailer experience
• Must have some experience hauling containers to/from the port and rail yards
• Clean MVR and criminal background
• Strong work ethic, professionalism, and punctuality
• Commitment to customer service, safety, and equipment cleanliness
• Must perform thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections
• Valid TWIC card

Runs

• Our primary focus is local port operations, primarily hauling containers from the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach to warehouses, distribution centers, and customer locations throughout Southern California.

• This position is primarily intended for drivers seeking local work with the opportunity to be home daily.

• Dispatch is transparent and works closely with drivers to maximize efficiency, productivity, and earnings.

• As we expand operations under our own authority, we are continuously building relationships with brokers and shippers to develop consistent freight opportunities. Drivers who are flexible and team-oriented will have opportunities to grow with us and benefit from stronger lanes over time.

Compensation

• 33% of load revenue
• $150 monthly service and safety incentive
• Company pays for all fuel, tolls, maintenance, insurance, and truck costs
• Year-end holiday bonus
• Our pay structure aligns company and driver interests - when we win, you win.

Benefits

• Paid time off (PTO)
• Health insurance options
• IRA retirement plan
• Paid holidays and bonuses

Why Drive for Strange Trip

• Strange Trip is a tight-knit, family-run operation that values professionalism, safety, and reliability. We believe in treating drivers with respect and providing a supportive environment where you can build a long-term career, not just a job.
• Apply today to take the next step in your driving career with a company that truly values its drivers.