Refrigerated (Reefer) Jobs in Food Service & Grocery Delivery
Refrigerated (Reefer) driving positions in the food service & grocery delivery sector. Pay: $55,000 - $90,000.
Refrigerated (Reefer) in Food Service & Grocery Delivery
Food service and grocery delivery trucking is one of the most stable sectors in the industry because people eat every day regardless of the economy. Drivers in this sector deliver to restaurants, hospitals, schools, convenience stores, and grocery chains using refrigerated trailers, dry vans, and multi-temperature trucks. The work is typically local or regional with daily or weekly home time, making it attractive to drivers who want predictable schedules.
Reefer drivers haul temperature-sensitive freight in refrigerated trailers, including fresh produce, frozen foods, pharmaceuticals, and floral shipments. The reefer unit must maintain precise temperatures — sometimes within a 2-degree window — throughout the entire trip.
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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
FAQ
What refrigerated (reefer) jobs are available in food service & grocery delivery?
Food Service & Grocery Delivery uses refrigerated (reefer) trucks for transporting food products and perishables. Common positions include company driver, owner-operator, and dedicated contract.
How much do refrigerated (reefer) drivers in food service & grocery delivery make?
Refrigerated (Reefer) drivers in the food service & grocery delivery sector earn approximately $55,000 - $90,000. Pay varies by experience, region, and whether you run as a company driver or owner-operator.
What qualifications do I need?
You need a valid CDL-A license and clean MVR. Food Service & Grocery Delivery employers prefer drivers with experience handling refrigerated (reefer) loads.