🗺 Location & Operations Context
- Base city: San Bernardino, California
- Freight ecosystem: Port-import + Central Valley produce redistribution
- Operation type: Cold chain warehouse + regional grocery supply network
- Shift logic: Overnight port pulls + early morning DC delivery waves
📋 Job Description
- Move refrigerated trailers between port-adjacent staging yards and Inland Empire cold storage facilities
- Execute drop & hook operations under strict appointment-based warehouse cycles
- Maintain continuous reefer temperature logs during transit
- Coordinate dock assignments during peak grocery distribution waves
- Perform seal checks, pre-trip reefer inspections, and cargo verification
- Update ELD and cold-chain compliance systems after each load cycle
✅ Requirements
CDL Class A
Valid CDL-A required
Experience
Reefer experience preferred, not required
Age
21+ minimum
MVR
Clean driving record preferred
Physical
Dock backing, trailer inspections, yard movement
Endorsements
None required
🚛 Equipment & Fleet
- Truck assignment: Volvo VNL / Freightliner Cascadia
- Fleet average age: 3–6 years
- Features: Multi-temp reefer units, GPS tracking, telematics monitoring
- Transmission type: Automatic
- Maintenance program: Preventive maintenance with rapid turnaround at Inland Empire hubs
🏠 Home Time
- Regional schedule with return home every 24–48 hours
- Overnight port pickup cycles (1 AM–6 AM peak window)
- Weekend rotations during grocery demand surges
- Predictable dispatch tied to warehouse appointment waves
📍 Real Routes Our Drivers Take
- Port of Los Angeles → San Bernardino Cold Storage Hubs (I-710 / I-10 corridor)
- San Bernardino → Las Vegas Grocery Distribution Centers (I-15 North)
- San Bernardino → Phoenix Metro Food Warehouses (I-10 East)
🎁 Benefits & Bonus Structure
📝 Hiring Process
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is reefer experience required?
No, but prior refrigerated freight experience is preferred for faster onboarding.
How often am I home?
Drivers return home every 1–2 days depending on port cycle demand.
What type of freight is hauled?
Fresh produce, dairy, and imported temperature-controlled goods.
What shifts are typical?
Mostly overnight port pickups and early morning warehouse deliveries.
Is overtime available?
Yes, based on warehouse demand cycles and seasonal produce volume.
What equipment is used?
Modern automatic tractors with multi-zone refrigerated trailers.
💼 Career Opportunities
This position operates inside a structured cold chain network centered in the Inland Empire, where drivers move between port-adjacent storage facilities and regional grocery distribution hubs. Entry-level drivers typically begin in yard shuttle or short-haul roles, gradually progressing into regional reefer lanes covering California, Nevada, and Arizona. With consistent freight demand tied to both imported produce and Central Valley agriculture, drivers gain steady exposure to high-frequency warehouse cycles. Over time, experienced operators may transition into dedicated account routes, trainer positions, or dispatch coordination roles within cold chain logistics teams. The system prioritizes reliability, temperature compliance, and predictable delivery scheduling, creating long-term operational stability within the fleet structure.
🔗 Refrigerated Produce & Import Distribution Driver – San Bernardino, CA
San Bernardino functions as a key inland consolidation point for refrigerated freight arriving through Southern California ports and Central Valley agricultural corridors. This regional reefer role supports continuous movement of perishable goods including produce, dairy, and imported chilled products into warehouse networks serving grocery and retail distribution systems. Drivers operate within tightly scheduled dock cycles, ensuring temperature integrity across every leg of transit. Compensation ranges from $1,400 to $2,100 weekly depending on mileage, stop count, and compliance bonuses. The Inland Empire logistics ecosystem provides stable freight volume year-round due to population density and constant retail demand across Southern California, Nevada, and Arizona corridors, making refrigerated freight one of the most consistent trucking segments in the region.
🚀 Apply for This CDL-A Position
Submit your application for Refrigerated Produce & Import Distribution Driver in San Bernardino, CA.