Refrigerated (Reefer) Driver Jobs in Massachusetts
Browse reefer trucking positions across Massachusetts with top carriers hiring now.
Average Pay
$63,000 - $98,000
Demand Level
Moderate
Top Carriers
5+ Hiring
Key Cities
4+ Markets
Reefer Trucking in Massachusetts
Reefer drivers in Massachusetts haul frozen foods, dairy, and pharmaceuticals to the Northeast's dense population centers. The region's year-round demand for temperature-controlled freight ensures steady work. Reefer driver demand in Massachusetts is moderate, with seasonal bonuses and consistent year-round frozen and dairy freight complementing produce season surges.
Top Companies Hiring Reefer Drivers in MA
KLLM Transport
Knight-Swift Transportation
Marten Transport
Prime Inc.
Driving jobs we are recruiting for in Massachusetts
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OTR Dry Van Driver
$58,500 - $82,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Reefer Driver
$63,500 - $90,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Flatbed Driver
$65,500 - $92,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Step Deck Driver
$66,500 - $94,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver
$67,500 - $95,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Hazmat Driver
$69,000 - $97,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Car Hauler Driver
$70,000 - $99,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Oversized Driver
$73,500 - $104,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Regional Intermodal Driver
$59,500 - $84,500/year · Home weekly
Local Box Truck Driver
$49,000 - $69,500/year · Home daily
Regional Dump Truck Driver
$55,500 - $78,500/year · Home most nights
Local Cement Mixer Driver
$56,000 - $79,500/year · Home daily
OTR Hotshot Driver
$61,000 - $86,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
Regional Less Than Truckload Driver
$62,000 - $87,500/year · Home weekly
OTR Power Only Driver
$58,500 - $82,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Local Straight Truck Driver
$48,000 - $68,000/year · Home daily
Top Cities for Reefer Jobs in Massachusetts
Boston
Massachusetts
Worcester
Massachusetts
Springfield
Massachusetts
Lowell
Massachusetts
Key Freight Routes in Massachusetts
I-90/Mass Pike (east-west through Boston)
I-95/Route 128 (Boston beltway)
I-91 (Connecticut River valley)
Requirements for Reefer Driving in MA
- Valid CDL-A license
- 6+ months CDL-A experience (some carriers train new drivers)
- Understanding of reefer unit operation and temperature monitoring
- Knowledge of food safety regulations (FSMA)
- Clean MVR and DOT physical card
- Willingness to work seasonal peak freight periods
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Reefer Trucking Jobs in Massachusetts — FAQs
How much do reefer truck drivers make in Massachusetts?
Reefer truck drivers in Massachusetts earn $63,000 - $98,000 annually, depending on experience, endorsements, and carrier. Pay rates in Massachusetts run above the national average due to higher cost of living and dense freight markets. Sign-on bonuses are widely advertised in this market, but the amount, the qualifying period and the clawback terms differ by carrier — read the offer letter rather than the recruiting ad, and ask when the money actually lands.
When is the busiest season for reefer drivers in Massachusetts?
Reefer freight in Massachusetts stays consistent year-round with frozen food and dairy distribution. Seasonal produce freight from southern and western states passes through MA during spring and summer, creating rate surges.
Are trucking companies in Massachusetts hiring reefer drivers in 2026?
Yes — reefer driver demand in Massachusetts is moderate heading into 2026. The reefer segment in Massachusetts is expanding, with carriers adding routes and increasing hiring as freight volumes grow. Check individual carrier listings for current openings and application requirements in MA.