CDL-A Regional Truck Driver – Refrigerated Freight (Trainees Welcome)

Thedrivingdesk; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 68,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid vacation

Paid orientation

Modern equipment

Driver support and dispatch

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Thedrivingdesk is hiring Class A CDL drivers for a regional refrigerated fleet spanning the Western and North Central United States. This role offers steady freight, long-haul miles, competitive weekly pay, and flexible home time.

Recent CDL graduates are encouraged to apply, and experienced drivers will find ample opportunities. You will operate a Class A tractor-trailer, haul reefer freight on regional routes, and maintain DOT compliance with logs.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL required.
• Recent CDL graduates welcome.
• Experience encouraged for regional refrigerated trucking is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a Class A CDL tractor-trailer.
• Haul refrigerated freight on regional routes.
• Complete live unload and preloaded deliveries.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Maintain DOT compliance and electronic logs.
• Deliver freight safely and on time.

Skills

Class A CDL

Regional driving

Refrigerated freight

Job description

We're hiring Class A CDL Drivers for a regional refrigerated fleet operating throughout the Western and North Central United States. This position offers consistent freight, long-haul miles, competitive pay, and flexible home time.

Recent CDL graduates and experienced drivers are encouraged to apply.

Pay & Compensation

• Average Weekly Pay: $1,500–$1,600+
• Mileage Pay: $0.51–$0.62 CPM (based on experience)
• Average Weekly Miles: 2,600–2,800
• $25 Stop Pay
• Consistent year-round freight
• Weekly pay

Home Time

• Flexible home time options
• Weekly 34-hour reset or every two weeks, depending on freight and location
• Day and night driving available
• Weekend driving required
• Holiday work may be required

Job Responsibilities

• Safely operate a Class A CDL tractor-trailer
• Haul refrigerated freight on regional routes
• Complete live unload and preloaded deliveries
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections
• Maintain DOT compliance and electronic logs
• Deliver freight safely and on time

Freight Details

• Refrigerated (reefer) freight
• No driver unload
• Preloaded trailers
• Live unload deliveries
• Long-haul regional routes with consistent miles
• Primary freight lane operates between the Midwest and Mountain West with return freight throughout the region

Requirements

• Valid Class A CDL
• Recent CDL graduates welcome
• Experienced drivers encouraged to apply
• No endorsements required
• Must be willing to operate day or night shifts
• Must be comfortable with regional driving, including winter weather conditions
• Must meet DOT and company hiring standards

Hiring Areas

Applicants should live within approximately 200 miles of one of the following areas:

• Salt Lake City, UT
• Denver, CO
• Cheyenne, WY
• Sioux Falls, SD
• Crete, NE

Additional nearby locations may also qualify.

Benefits

Eligible drivers may receive:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid vacation
• Paid orientation
• Modern equipment
• Driver support and dispatch
• Career advancement opportunities

Why Drivers Apply

• Earn $1,500–$1,600+ per week
• Trainees accepted
• Average 2,600–2,800 miles per week
• Flexible home time
• Consistent refrigerated freight
• No-touch driver unloads
• Long, steady regional routes
• No endorsements required
• Strong opportunities for new and experienced CDL drivers