Pay & Compensation
- Weekly pay: $1,850 – $2,450
- Hourly rate: Approx. $46 – $61/hr
- Sign-on bonus: Available depending on experience
- Calculate your potential earnings with our CDL-A Pay Calculator
Location & Routes
- Passaic, New Jersey
- Regional and Midwest refrigerated freight lanes covering warehouses, stores, and distribution centers
- Temperature-sensitive goods including produce, frozen foods, and specialty items
- Overnight runs with occasional multi-day trips; predictable schedules for regional drivers
Job Description
- Perform pre-trip inspections, ensuring the trailer and reefer unit are operational
- Monitor and maintain load temperatures according to customer specifications
- Deliver refrigerated freight on schedule to warehouses, stores, and distribution centers
- Complete accurate ELD logs, delivery reports, and trip documentation
- Communicate with dispatch regarding delays, temperature issues, or route changes
- Follow all DOT, FMCSA, and company safety regulations
Requirements
CDL Class A
Valid CDL‑A license required
Experience
Experience operating reefer-equipped tractor-trailers preferred
Age Requirement
Minimum age 21 years
MVR & Risk
Clean driving record and safety-conscious
Physical Ability
Ability to safely handle refrigerated freight; minimal lifting required
Communication
Effective communication with dispatch and team
Equipment & Fleet
- Modern reefer-equipped tractor-trailers with temperature monitoring technology
- Well-maintained fleet with regular service checks
- Operations include drop-and-hook and dock-to-dock deliveries
Home Time
- Home schedule: Regional routes with flexible overnight or multi-day trips
- Predictable home time for work-life balance
Hiring Process
- Apply online via the button below
- Drug and background screening as required
- Orientation and training programs provided
- Meet the dispatch and safety team
- Start your driving career with a leading regional carrier
Benefits
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Life insurance options available
- Rider and pet policies where applicable
- Additional performance-based bonuses and incentives
FAQ
What type of freight will I haul?
Temperature-sensitive refrigerated goods including produce, frozen foods, and specialty items.
Do I need previous reefer experience?
Preferred but not required; training and support provided for experienced CDL-A drivers.
What are the typical routes?
Regional Northeast and Midwest lanes with predictable schedules, including overnight runs and occasional multi-day trips.
Is there a home-time guarantee?
Yes, regional routes are planned to allow predictable home time.
Are bonuses available?
Yes, including temperature maintenance bonuses, layover, detention, and stop pay incentives.
What benefits are included?
Health, dental, vision insurance, PTO, 401(k), and paid orientation.
Real Routes Our Drivers Take
- Passaic, NJ → Philadelphia, PA → Baltimore, MD
- Passaic, NJ → Cleveland, OH → Chicago, IL
- Passaic, NJ → Boston, MA → New York, NY
Career Opportunities
As a Reefer CDL‑A Driver based in Passaic, NJ, you will join a growing regional carrier with opportunities to run Northeast and Midwest routes. Drivers benefit from modern equipment, predictable schedules, and consistent weekly pay. Advancement opportunities include specialized freight lanes, high-mileage routes, and potential team lead positions for experienced operators.
Reefer CDL‑A Driver — Passaic, NJ
This regional refrigerated trucking position in Passaic, New Jersey offers CDL‑A drivers the opportunity to haul perishable goods across the Northeast and Midwest on well-planned routes. Drivers will work with modern reefer tractor-trailers, ensuring safe, temperature-controlled delivery of produce, frozen foods, and specialty items. Home time is predictable, with overnight or occasional multi-day trips, and drivers receive competitive weekly pay, bonuses, and full benefits. Ideal candidates are professional, reliable, and experienced in temperature-sensitive freight handling. Learn more about similar CDL-A opportunities on CDL-A Jobs USA, industry news on CDL News, or explore nationwide OTR, regional, local, and owner-operator positions via our dedicated pages.
