Knight-Swift Transportation
$50,000 - $85,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Refrigerated, Intermodal
Growing Demand
Refrigerated (Reefer) Driver Jobs in Tennessee
Browse reefer trucking positions across Tennessee 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 Tennessee
Tennessee'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 Tennessee is growing, with seasonal bonuses and consistent year-round frozen and dairy freight complementing produce season surges.
Top Companies Hiring Reefer Drivers in TN
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Prime Inc.
$50,000 - $80,000+OTR, Regional, Refrigerated, Tanker, Flatbed
Marten Transport
$55,000 - $85,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Refrigerated, Intermodal
KLLM Transport
$55,000 - $85,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Refrigerated
Crete Carrier Corporation
$55,000 - $85,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Refrigerated, Flatbed
Top Cities for Reefer Jobs in Tennessee
Clarksville
Tennessee
Memphis
Tennessee
Chattanooga
Tennessee
Nashville
Tennessee
Jackson
Tennessee
Key Freight Routes in Tennessee
1
I-40 (Memphis to Nashville to Knoxville)
2
I-65 (Nashville to Alabama and Kentucky)
3
I-24 (Nashville to Chattanooga)
Requirements for Reefer Driving in TN
- 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 Tennessee — FAQs
How much do reefer truck drivers make in Tennessee?
Reefer truck drivers in Tennessee earn $53,000 - $82,000 annually, depending on experience, endorsements, and carrier. While base pay in Tennessee 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 TN.
When is the busiest season for reefer drivers in Tennessee?
Tennessee 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 Tennessee hiring reefer drivers in 2026?
Yes — reefer driver demand in Tennessee is growing heading into 2026. The reefer segment in Tennessee is expanding, with carriers adding routes and increasing hiring as freight volumes grow. Check individual carrier listings for current openings and application requirements in TN.