Regional CDL-A Reefer Driver | No Touch Freight | $1,400/Week

Thedrivingdesk; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid vacation

Driver performance bonus program

Pet policy available

Job summary

Thedrivingdesk in Arizona is seeking Class A CDL Drivers for regional refrigerated freight operations across California, Nevada, and Arizona. The role offers consistent freight, great pay averaging $1,000 – $1,400 weekly, and a supportive benefits package including medical, dental, and more.

Candidates must have a valid Class A CDL and be comfortable with reefer equipment. Additional perks include a performance bonus, paid vacation, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL is required.
• Comfortable operating reefer equipment.
• Open to trainees and experienced first-seat drivers.

Responsibilities

• Run regional reefer routes through California, Nevada, and Arizona.
• Handle refrigerated freight with live loads/unloads and preloaded freight.
• Average 1 load per day and fuel both truck and reefer equipment.

Skills

Class A CDL

Reefer equipment operation

Ability to pass background check and drug screening

Job description

We are hiring Class A CDL Drivers for a regional refrigerated freight position operating throughout California, Nevada, and Arizona. This role offers consistent freight, weekly home time opportunities, and regional routes designed to improve home frequency.

Drivers will haul reefer freight primarily within a 3-state operating area while running power lanes intended to maximize miles and earnings.

What You’ll Do

• Run regional reefer routes throughout:
  • California
  • Nevada
  • Arizona
• Operate primarily in:
  • Jurupa Valley, CA
  • Lathrop, CA
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • Phoenix & Mesa, AZ
  • Perris & Moreno Valley, CA
• Handle refrigerated freight with a mix of:
  • Live loads/unloads
  • Preloaded freight
• Average approximately:
  • 1 load per day
  • 3 turns / 6 loads per week
• Fuel both truck and reefer equipment as needed

Pay & Compensation

• Average Weekly Pay: $1,000 – $1,400+
• Starting Pay: ~$0.55 CPM
• Pay by Month 6: ~$0.61 CPM
• Additional Monthly Bonus: Up to +$0.06 CPM

Additional Pay:

• $25 stop pay
• Driver performance bonus available

Estimated Annual Earnings:

• $60,000+ for newer drivers

Average Weekly Miles:

• ~1,500 – 1,800 miles

Home Time & Schedule

• Weekly 34-hour reset
• Drivers are frequently routed back through home terminal
• Weekend and holiday work required
• Day and night shifts available

Equipment & Freight

• Refrigerated trailer (reefer) freight
• Company driver position
• No-touch freight
• Higher load frequency than standard OTR freight

Requirements

• Valid Class A CDL
• Open to:
  • Trainees
  • Experienced first‑seat drivers
• No endorsements required
• Must live within approved hiring radius (70 miles of hiring cities)
• Must be comfortable operating reefer equipment
• Ability to pass background check and drug screening

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid vacation
• Direct deposit
• Passenger program available
• Pet policy available
• Driver performance bonus program
• Nationwide terminal network
• 24/7 driver support

Work Location

Main hub: Jurupa Valley, CA
Regional operations throughout CA, NV, and AZ