Crete Carrier Corporation
$55,000 - $85,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Refrigerated, Flatbed
Moderate Demand
Refrigerated (Reefer) Driver Jobs in Vermont
Browse reefer trucking positions across Vermont with top carriers hiring now.
Average Pay
$63,000 - $98,000
Demand Level
Moderate
Top Carriers
5+ Hiring
Key Cities
5+ Markets
Reefer Trucking in Vermont
Reefer drivers in Vermont 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 Vermont is moderate, with seasonal bonuses and consistent year-round frozen and dairy freight complementing produce season surges.
Top Companies Hiring Reefer Drivers in VT
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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
Prime Inc.
$50,000 - $80,000+OTR, Regional, Refrigerated, Tanker, Flatbed
Driving jobs we are recruiting for in Vermont
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OTR Dry Van Driver
$56,000 - $79,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Reefer Driver
$61,500 - $86,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Flatbed Driver
$63,000 - $89,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Step Deck Driver
$64,000 - $90,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver
$64,500 - $91,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Hazmat Driver
$66,500 - $93,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Car Hauler Driver
$67,500 - $95,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Oversized Driver
$71,000 - $100,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Regional Intermodal Driver
$57,500 - $81,000/year · Home weekly
Local Box Truck Driver
$47,000 - $66,500/year · Home daily
Regional Dump Truck Driver
$53,500 - $75,500/year · Home most nights
Local Cement Mixer Driver
$54,000 - $76,500/year · Home daily
OTR Hotshot Driver
$58,500 - $82,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
Regional Less Than Truckload Driver
$59,500 - $84,000/year · Home weekly
OTR Power Only Driver
$56,000 - $79,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Local Straight Truck Driver
$46,000 - $65,000/year · Home daily
Top Cities for Reefer Jobs in Vermont
Burlington
Vermont
South Burlington
Vermont
Rutland
Vermont
Montpelier
Vermont
Essex
Vermont
Key Freight Routes in Vermont
1
I-89 (Burlington to Montpelier to NH)
2
I-91 (Connecticut River valley, VT-NH border)
3
US-7 (western Vermont north-south)
Requirements for Reefer Driving in VT
- 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 Vermont — FAQs
How much do reefer truck drivers make in Vermont?
Reefer truck drivers in Vermont earn $63,000 - $98,000 annually, depending on experience, endorsements, and carrier. Pay rates in Vermont 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 Vermont?
Reefer freight in Vermont stays consistent year-round with frozen food and dairy distribution. Seasonal produce freight from southern and western states passes through VT during spring and summer, creating rate surges.
Are trucking companies in Vermont hiring reefer drivers in 2026?
Yes — reefer driver demand in Vermont is moderate heading into 2026. The reefer segment in Vermont is expanding, with carriers adding routes and increasing hiring as freight volumes grow. Check individual carrier listings for current openings and application requirements in VT.