PORT LOGISTICS CAREER PATHWAY

Georgia Port & Logistics CDL Training: TWIC & Intermodal Careers

Get qualified for high-demand "Home Daily" container hauling jobs at the Port of Savannah and Brunswick.

Average Drayage Driver Salary

$65,000 - $85,000

Source: Indeed.com, Georgia Ports data 2025

Fastest Growing Port
Savannah is #1 in US container growth
Home Daily Jobs
Local routes, no OTR required
$3-5K Sign-On
Common port driver bonuses

The "Port Ready" Requirements

Hauling shipping containers (Drayage) requires more than just a license. To enter the Georgia Ports Authority (GPA) terminals, you need security clearance.

Intermodal trucking is one of the most stable careers in the industry. Local routes mean you're home every night while earning competitive wages.

What is a TWIC Card?

The Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) is required for unescorted access to secure port areas. Apply through TSA - the process takes 4-6 weeks and costs ~$125. Start this BEFORE completing CDL training!

Port Ready Checklist

Class A CDL License
TWIC Card (Port Security)
Intermodal Container Skills
= Port Ready
GEORGIA PORTS QUALIFIED

Georgia Schools with Port & Intermodal Training

These FMCSA-verified schools prepare you for careers at the Port of Savannah.

Savannah Port Region

Savannah • Pooler • Garden City

Contact schools in this region for port logistics training options.

Atlanta Metro Area

Atlanta • Marietta • Decatur

Contact schools in this region for port logistics training options.

Who Hires Port Drivers in Georgia?

Major intermodal and drayage companies actively recruiting CDL drivers.

Maersk

Shipping Line

Container Drayage

XPO Logistics

Freight Logistics

Intermodal Transport

IMC Companies

Container Transport

Port Drayage

Georgia Ports Authority

Port Operations

Contractor Services

Schneider

Intermodal

Rail-to-Port Delivery

Hub Group

Intermodal

Container Hauling

J.B. Hunt Intermodal

Intermodal

Port Operations

Werner Enterprises

Dedicated Fleet

Regional Drayage

Your Path to Home Daily Port Work

1

Get Your Class A CDL

Complete ELDT training at a verified school (3-8 weeks)

2

Apply for TWIC Card

Submit TSA application online ($125, 4-6 weeks)

3

Learn Intermodal Skills

Chassis backing, container locks, yard navigation

4

Get Hired at the Port

Apply to drayage companies - home daily!

Ready for a Home Daily Career at Georgia's Ports?

Find schools that prepare you for intermodal and port logistics careers.