KLLM Transport
$55,000 - $85,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Refrigerated
Moderate Demand
Refrigerated (Reefer) Driver Jobs in Mississippi
Browse reefer trucking positions across Mississippi with top carriers hiring now.
Average Pay
$52,000 - $81,000
Demand Level
Moderate
Top Carriers
5+ Hiring
Key Cities
5+ Markets
Reefer Trucking in Mississippi
Mississippi's produce farms, poultry processing plants, and growing grocery distribution networks drive strong reefer demand. Seasonal produce peaks create bonus earning opportunities from spring through fall. Reefer driver demand in Mississippi is moderate, with seasonal bonuses and consistent year-round frozen and dairy freight complementing produce season surges.
Top Companies Hiring Reefer Drivers in MS
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Crete Carrier Corporation
$55,000 - $85,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Refrigerated, Flatbed
Knight-Swift Transportation
$50,000 - $85,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Refrigerated, Intermodal
Marten Transport
$55,000 - $85,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Refrigerated, Intermodal
Prime Inc.
$50,000 - $80,000+OTR, Regional, Refrigerated, Tanker, Flatbed
Driving jobs we are recruiting for in Mississippi
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OTR Dry Van Driver
$51,500 - $72,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Reefer Driver
$56,000 - $79,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Flatbed Driver
$57,500 - $81,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Step Deck Driver
$58,500 - $83,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver
$59,000 - $83,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Hazmat Driver
$60,500 - $86,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Car Hauler Driver
$61,500 - $87,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Oversized Driver
$65,000 - $91,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Regional Intermodal Driver
$52,500 - $74,000/year · Home weekly
Local Box Truck Driver
$43,000 - $61,000/year · Home daily
Regional Dump Truck Driver
$49,000 - $69,000/year · Home most nights
Local Cement Mixer Driver
$49,500 - $70,000/year · Home daily
OTR Hotshot Driver
$53,500 - $75,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
Regional Less Than Truckload Driver
$54,500 - $77,000/year · Home weekly
OTR Power Only Driver
$51,500 - $72,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Local Straight Truck Driver
$42,000 - $59,500/year · Home daily
Top Cities for Reefer Jobs in Mississippi
Jackson
Mississippi
Gulfport
Mississippi
Hattiesburg
Mississippi
Tupelo
Mississippi
Meridian
Mississippi
Key Freight Routes in Mississippi
1
I-55 (Jackson to Memphis and New Orleans)
2
I-20 (Jackson to Meridian and Vicksburg)
3
I-10 (Gulf Coast)
Requirements for Reefer Driving in MS
- 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 Mississippi — FAQs
How much do reefer truck drivers make in Mississippi?
Reefer truck drivers in Mississippi earn $52,000 - $81,000 annually, depending on experience, endorsements, and carrier. While base pay in Mississippi is near the national average, the lower cost of living means take-home pay stretches further than in coastal states. 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 Mississippi?
Mississippi sees reefer demand peak from April through August during produce and poultry season. Holiday frozen food shipments create a second peak in October through December.
Are trucking companies in Mississippi hiring reefer drivers in 2026?
Yes — reefer driver demand in Mississippi is moderate heading into 2026. The reefer segment in Mississippi is expanding, with carriers adding routes and increasing hiring as freight volumes grow. Check individual carrier listings for current openings and application requirements in MS.