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Heartland Express Refrigerated (Reefer) Jobs

Drive refrigerated (reefer) for Heartland Express. Pay: $61,000 - $88,000. North Liberty, IA.

CDL-A$61,000 - $88,000

Pay Range

$61,000 - $88,000

CDL Required

CDL-A

Min Experience

1 year CDL-A preferred (some recent graduate programs)

Fleet Size

5,000+ trucks

Refrigerated (Reefer) Driving at Heartland Express

Heartland Express operates a dedicated refrigerated (reefer) division with 5,000+ trucks across their network. Headquartered in North Liberty, IA, Heartland Express offers otr, regional, dedicated positions for qualified refrigerated (reefer) drivers. Heartland Express is a major irregular-route truckload carrier focused on short-to-medium haul lanes. Known for getting drivers home more frequently than typical OTR carriers, Heartland operates primarily in the eastern two-thirds of the U.

Benefits at Heartland Express

  • Medical, dental, and vision
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid orientation
  • Late-model Freightliner equipment
  • Weekly home time options

Refrigerated (Reefer) Requirements

  • Valid CDL-A license
  • DOT medical card
  • Understanding of reefer unit operation and temperature monitoring
  • Clean MVR with no DUI/DWI in past 5 years
  • Willingness to run irregular schedules — produce doesn't wait for weekends

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Heartland Express hire refrigerated (reefer) drivers?

Yes, Heartland Express operates a refrigerated (reefer) division. They are currently hiring experienced refrigerated (reefer) drivers with competitive pay ranging from $61,000 to $88,000 annually.

How much does Heartland Express pay refrigerated (reefer) drivers?

Heartland Express refrigerated (reefer) drivers earn approximately $61,000 to $88,000 per year. Pay varies based on experience, route, and whether you run OTR, regional, or dedicated.

What are the requirements for refrigerated (reefer) driving at Heartland Express?

Heartland Express requires 1 year CDL-A preferred (some recent graduate programs) for their refrigerated (reefer) division. You'll need a valid CDL-A license and a clean MVR. Most positions require at least 6 months of verifiable OTR experience.

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Join the refrigerated (reefer) division at Heartland Express.