Pay & Compensation
- Weekly pay: $1,600 – $1,800+
- Annualized: Up to $85,000 per year
- $0.55 CPM starting pay (up to $0.60 after one year)
- Annual $0.01 CPM raises up to $0.65 CPM
- Calculate your potential earnings with our CDL-A Pay Calculator
Location & Routes
- Based in San Antonio, Texas with nationwide OTR refrigerated freight routes
- Drivers typically stay out for 3 weeks followed by 3 days of home time
- Transport frozen foods, produce, and temperature-controlled products
- Professional dispatch support and trip planning
Job Description
- Operate refrigerated CDL-A tractor-trailer transporting temperature-sensitive freight
- Deliver frozen foods, produce, and temperature-controlled products nationwide
- Maintain on-time delivery performance and safe driving standards
- Follow DOT safety regulations and company compliance policies
- Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections on equipment
Requirements
License
Valid CDL-A commercial driver license
Medical & Compliance
DOT medical card and compliance with federal safety regulations
Experience
Minimum 1 year OTR experience within the last 3 years
Safety & Record
Clean driving record and safe driving history
Equipment & Fleet
- Late model trucks less than 3 years old
- Trucks governed at 68 MPH
- APU units, refrigerators and 1800-watt inverters included
- Modern refrigerated trailers for temperature-controlled freight
Home Time
- OTR schedule: 3 weeks on the road
- 3 days home time between trips
Hiring Process
- Submit your online CDL-A driver application
- Recruiter contacts you to review qualifications
- Orientation flight provided by the company
- Hotel accommodations provided during orientation
- Start driving with modern equipment and dispatch support
Benefits
- BC/BS health insurance coverage
- Driver referral bonuses up to $10,000+
- Free rider program starting day one
- Pets allowed in truck
- Modern equipment and stable freight network
FAQ
How much do drivers earn?
Drivers average up to $85,000 annually depending on miles and experience.
How many miles per week?
Drivers average approximately 2,800 miles weekly.
Is there a rider program?
Yes. The company provides a free rider program starting on day one.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, pets are allowed in the truck.
What equipment is provided?
Late model trucks under 3 years old with APU, refrigerator and inverter.
What is the home time schedule?
Drivers are out for 3 weeks followed by 3 days at home.
Real Routes Our Drivers Take
- Texas to California refrigerated freight lanes
- Texas to Midwest produce and frozen goods deliveries
- Nationwide temperature-controlled long-haul routes
- Texas to Southeast distribution corridors
- Multi-state OTR refrigerated supply chain routes
Career Opportunities
Over-the-road CDL-A positions in San Antonio, Texas offer one of the most lucrative and stable trucking career paths in the United States. Drivers at J.S. Helwig Son benefit from long-haul refrigerated freight routes delivering produce, frozen foods, and other temperature-sensitive products. This position offers up to $85,000 annually, modern late-model trucks, and a flexible OTR schedule with 3 weeks on the road and 3 days home. Pet-friendly policies, free rider programs, and strong safety and compliance standards enhance driver satisfaction. For more insights and tools, check CDL News, calculate earnings with the CDL-A Pay Calculator, and explore all available positions at CDL-A Jobs USA.
