KLLM Transport
$55,000 - $85,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Refrigerated
Moderate Demand
Refrigerated (Reefer) Driver Jobs in Alabama
Browse reefer trucking positions across Alabama with top carriers hiring now.
Average Pay
$52,000 - $80,000
Demand Level
Moderate
Top Carriers
5+ Hiring
Key Cities
5+ Markets
Reefer Trucking in Alabama
Alabama'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 Alabama is moderate, with seasonal bonuses and consistent year-round frozen and dairy freight complementing produce season surges.
Top Companies Hiring Reefer Drivers in AL
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Prime Inc.
$50,000 - $80,000+OTR, Regional, Refrigerated, Tanker, Flatbed
Knight-Swift Transportation
$50,000 - $85,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Refrigerated, Intermodal
Marten Transport
$55,000 - $85,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Refrigerated, Intermodal
Crete Carrier Corporation
$55,000 - $85,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Refrigerated, Flatbed
Top Cities for Reefer Jobs in Alabama
Montgomery
Alabama
Birmingham
Alabama
Tuscaloosa
Alabama
Huntsville
Alabama
Mobile
Alabama
Key Freight Routes in Alabama
1
I-65 (north-south spine)
2
I-20/59 (Birmingham corridor)
3
I-10 (Gulf Coast)
Requirements for Reefer Driving in AL
- 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 Alabama — FAQs
How much do reefer truck drivers make in Alabama?
Reefer truck drivers in Alabama earn $52,000 - $80,000 annually, depending on experience, endorsements, and carrier. While base pay in Alabama is near the national average, the lower cost of living means take-home pay stretches further than in coastal states. Sign-on bonuses of $3,000 to $15,000 are common at major carriers actively hiring in AL.
When is the busiest season for reefer drivers in Alabama?
Alabama 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 Alabama hiring reefer drivers in 2026?
Yes — reefer driver demand in Alabama is moderate heading into 2026. The reefer segment in Alabama is expanding, with carriers adding routes and increasing hiring as freight volumes grow. Check individual carrier listings for current openings and application requirements in AL.