CDL-A Reefer OTR Driver

CDL-A Reefer OTR Driver — $2,000–$3,000 Weekly

Full-Time | Over-the-Road | Refrigerated Freight

Hiring Location: Memphis, Tennessee
Operating Area: Nationwide — Contiguous 48 States

We are seeking experienced CDL-A drivers for over-the-road refrigerated freight operations. This position is designed for professional drivers seeking mileage-based compensation, modern sleeper equipment, consistent freight opportunities, and scheduled home time. Drivers transport refrigerated and frozen commodities while maintaining proper temperature control, completing scheduled deliveries, and operating safely under DOT/FMCSA regulations.

Compensation & Weekly Earnings

• Gross Weekly Earnings Range: $2,000–$3,000
• Mileage Pay: $0.80–$0.90 per mile, based on the applicable assignment
• Loaded Miles: Paid
• Empty / Deadhead Miles: Paid
• Weekly Mileage: Generally 2,500–3,300 miles when available, subject to freight, weather, legal driving hours, and operating conditions
• Pay Frequency: Weekly
• Payment Method: Direct deposit

Example mileage earnings: 2,500 miles × $0.80 = $2,000; 3,000 miles × $0.85 = $2,550; 3,300 miles × $0.90 = $2,970. Actual mileage and earnings vary based on dispatched miles, applicable mileage rate, legal driving hours, freight availability, and operating conditions. Earnings are not guaranteed.

Additional Driver Compensation

Depending on the applicable assignment and qualifying conditions, additional compensation may include:

• Detention: $25 per hour after the first two qualifying hours, subject to documented appointment and arrival requirements.
• Layover: $150 per qualifying 24-hour dispatch-related layover, with dispatch confirmation.
• Additional Stop: $50 per qualifying additional pickup or delivery stop.
• Safety & Performance Incentives: May be available based on applicable program requirements, safe driving, on-time performance, equipment care, documentation, and other established performance criteria.

Trucks & Refrigerated Equipment

• Tractor Model Years: 2024–2026, subject to equipment availability.
• Makes & Models: Freightliner Cascadia or Volvo VNL, subject to assignment and availability.
• Automatic transmissions.
• Governed speed generally 70–72 MPH, depending on assigned equipment.
• High-roof sleepers with refrigerator, power inverter, air conditioning, and sleeper climate-control features.
• APU or bunk-heater availability depending on assigned tractor.
• Electronic logging devices and driver communication/document systems.
• Refrigerated trailers suitable for temperature-controlled and frozen freight.
• Drivers are responsible for required refrigeration-unit monitoring while under dispatch.

Freight & Operating Lanes

• OTR freight throughout the contiguous 48 states.
• Operating lanes may include the Midwest, South, Southeast, East Coast, Southwest, and Western United States.
• Freight may include refrigerated food, frozen commodities, temperature-sensitive packaged freight, and distribution-center shipments.
• Drivers may run approximately 2,500–3,300 miles weekly when freight availability, weather, legal driving hours, and dispatch conditions permit.

Home Time & Scheduling

• Typical rotation is approximately three weeks on the road with up to five days of home time.
• Home-time requests should be coordinated with dispatch in advance.
• Actual scheduling may vary based on operating lanes, freight requirements, driver home location, and operating conditions.

Driver Responsibilities

• Safely operate CDL-A tractor-trailers hauling refrigerated freight.
• Complete required pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Verify reefer temperature settings and monitor refrigeration-unit fuel, readings, and alarms.
• Maintain required cargo temperature and freight integrity throughout transit.
• Follow DOT/FMCSA safety and hours-of-service requirements.
• Maintain accurate ELD records, bills of lading, delivery receipts, and POD documentation.
• Coordinate pickup and delivery appointments and communicate professionally with dispatch, brokers, shippers, and receivers.
• Report delays, mechanical issues, refrigeration problems, and other exceptions promptly.

Driver Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL and current DOT medical qualification.
• Minimum two years of verifiable tractor-trailer driving experience.
• Refrigerated freight experience preferred.
• Driving and safety record meeting applicable carrier and insurance requirements.
• Working knowledge of ELDs and temperature-control procedures.
• Ability to work independently during extended OTR assignments.
• Professional and dependable communication.

Driver Support & Additional Programs

Depending on the applicable assignment and carrier program, drivers may have access to:

• After-hours or weekend dispatch support.
• Roadside-assistance coordination.
• Electronic dispatch and trip-documentation systems.
• Weekly settlement information.
• Fuel, toll, safety, or performance programs where applicable.
• Pet/rider policies and orientation assistance where available.

This keeps George's original concept intact while removing the unfinished proposed/to be established language and keeping variable items appropriately qualified rather than presenting every possible feature as guaranteed.