Reefer Truck Driver in Texas — Now Hiring

O Trucking LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

O Trucking LLC is seeking an experienced reefer truck driver to haul temperature-controlled freight in Texas, serving Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, and Austin.

Requirements include CDL-A, a functioning reefer trailer, maintenance capability, clean MVR/CSA, and $1M liability COI. Typical pay is $0.75–$1.40 per mile with 24/7 dispatch support and the option to choose your own loads.

Qualifications

• CDL-A license required.
• Temperature-controlled trailer with functioning reefer unit.
• Reefer unit maintenance capability or service agreement.

Responsibilities

• Operate reefer-equipped trucks delivering temperature-controlled freight.
• Maintain safe driving record and comply with regulations.
• Communicate with dispatch and meet delivery windows.

Skills

CDL-A license

Temperature control knowledge

Safe driving

Education

CDL-A required

Tools

Reefer trailer

Reefer maintenance capability

Job description

Reefer truck driver opening in Texas, serving Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, Austin.

Temperature-controlled trailers maintaining -10°F to 60°F for produce, frozen goods, meat, dairy, and pharmaceuticals. Reefer units consume 0.5-1.5 gallons diesel per hour. Typical freight in Texas: Gulf shrimp, Rio Grande citrus, Fresh produce, Frozen foods, Meat and poultry, Dairy products.

Southern agriculture and Gulf Coast port imports drive strong reefer demand in Texas. Rio Grande Valley produce, Gulf seafood, and cross-border perishables from Mexico create year-round temperature-controlled freight. The region's warm climate extends produce season compared to northern states, meaning fewer seasonal slowdowns.

Common Texas lanes: Rio Grande Valley citrus northbound, Houston port produce distribution, Dallas cold storage to Oklahoma.

Texas is the #1 state for truck driver employment with more freight tonnage than any other state. Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio form the Texas Triangle — one of the busiest freight corridors in North America

Requirements

• CDL-A license
• Temperature-controlled trailer with functioning reefer unit
• Reefer unit maintenance capability (or Thermo King/Carrier service agreement)
• Clean MVR and CSA record
• Insurance COI with $1M minimum liability
• Understanding of temperature compliance and pulp temp monitoring

Typical pay for reefer work is $0.75–$1.40 per mile. This is a market estimate for the equipment type — the carrier confirms actual pay with you before placement.

24/7 dispatch support, no forced dispatch, choose your own loads.

CDL-A license; Temperature-controlled trailer with functioning reefer unit; Reefer unit maintenance capability (or Thermo King/Carrier service agreement); Clean MVR and CSA record; Insurance COI with $1M minimum liability; Understanding of temperature compliance and pulp temp monitoring