Prime Inc.
$50,000 - $80,000+OTR, Regional, Refrigerated, Tanker, Flatbed
Moderate Demand
Refrigerated (Reefer) Driver Jobs in Missouri
Browse reefer trucking positions across Missouri with top carriers hiring now.
Average Pay
$54,000 - $83,000
Demand Level
Moderate
Top Carriers
5+ Hiring
Key Cities
5+ Markets
Reefer Trucking in Missouri
Reefer trucking in Missouri serves the region's massive food processing industry, including meat packing, dairy, and frozen food distribution. Grocery chain DCs throughout the Midwest provide consistent reefer loads. Reefer driver demand in Missouri is moderate, with seasonal bonuses and consistent year-round frozen and dairy freight complementing produce season surges.
Top Companies Hiring Reefer Drivers in MO
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Crete Carrier Corporation
$55,000 - $85,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Refrigerated, Flatbed
KLLM Transport
$55,000 - $85,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Refrigerated
Knight-Swift Transportation
$50,000 - $85,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Refrigerated, Intermodal
Marten Transport
$55,000 - $85,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Refrigerated, Intermodal
Driving jobs we are recruiting for in Missouri
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OTR Dry Van Driver
$52,500 - $74,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Reefer Driver
$57,000 - $80,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Flatbed Driver
$58,500 - $82,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Step Deck Driver
$59,500 - $84,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver
$60,000 - $85,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Hazmat Driver
$61,500 - $87,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Car Hauler Driver
$62,500 - $88,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Oversized Driver
$66,000 - $93,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Regional Intermodal Driver
$53,500 - $75,500/year · Home weekly
Local Box Truck Driver
$44,000 - $62,000/year · Home daily
Regional Dump Truck Driver
$49,500 - $70,000/year · Home most nights
Local Cement Mixer Driver
$50,000 - $71,000/year · Home daily
OTR Hotshot Driver
$54,500 - $77,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
Regional Less Than Truckload Driver
$55,500 - $78,500/year · Home weekly
OTR Power Only Driver
$52,500 - $74,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Local Straight Truck Driver
$43,000 - $60,500/year · Home daily
Top Cities for Reefer Jobs in Missouri
Kansas City
Missouri
St. Louis
Missouri
Springfield
Missouri
Columbia
Missouri
Joplin
Missouri
Key Freight Routes in Missouri
1
I-70 (Kansas City to St. Louis)
2
I-44 (Springfield to St. Louis)
3
I-35 (Kansas City north-south)
Requirements for Reefer Driving in MO
- 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 Missouri — FAQs
How much do reefer truck drivers make in Missouri?
Reefer truck drivers in Missouri earn $54,000 - $83,000 annually, depending on experience, endorsements, and carrier. Missouri's central location and freight density help drivers maintain consistent miles, which translates to strong annual earnings. 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 Missouri?
Reefer freight in Missouri stays consistent year-round with frozen food and dairy distribution. Seasonal produce freight from southern and western states passes through MO during spring and summer, creating rate surges.
Are trucking companies in Missouri hiring reefer drivers in 2026?
Yes — reefer driver demand in Missouri is moderate heading into 2026. The reefer segment in Missouri is expanding, with carriers adding routes and increasing hiring as freight volumes grow. Check individual carrier listings for current openings and application requirements in MO.