Prime Inc.
$50,000 - $80,000+OTR, Regional, Refrigerated, Tanker, Flatbed
Growing Demand
Refrigerated (Reefer) Driver Jobs in North Carolina
Browse reefer trucking positions across North Carolina with top carriers hiring now.
Average Pay
$53,000 - $82,000
Demand Level
Growing
Top Carriers
5+ Hiring
Key Cities
5+ Markets
Reefer Trucking in North Carolina
North Carolina'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 North Carolina is growing, with seasonal bonuses and consistent year-round frozen and dairy freight complementing produce season surges.
Top Companies Hiring Reefer Drivers in NC
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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
Top Cities for Reefer Jobs in North Carolina
Durham
North Carolina
Raleigh
North Carolina
Charlotte
North Carolina
Winston-Salem
North Carolina
Greensboro
North Carolina
Key Freight Routes in North Carolina
1
I-85 (Charlotte to Greensboro to Virginia)
2
I-40 (Raleigh to Winston-Salem to Asheville)
3
I-77 (Charlotte to Virginia)
Requirements for Reefer Driving in NC
- 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 North Carolina — FAQs
How much do reefer truck drivers make in North Carolina?
Reefer truck drivers in North Carolina earn $53,000 - $82,000 annually, depending on experience, endorsements, and carrier. While base pay in North Carolina 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 NC.
When is the busiest season for reefer drivers in North Carolina?
North Carolina 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 North Carolina hiring reefer drivers in 2026?
Yes — reefer driver demand in North Carolina is growing heading into 2026. The reefer segment in North Carolina is expanding, with carriers adding routes and increasing hiring as freight volumes grow. Check individual carrier listings for current openings and application requirements in NC.