KLLM Transport
$55,000 - $85,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Refrigerated
Growing Demand
Refrigerated (Reefer) Driver Jobs in Virginia
Browse reefer trucking positions across Virginia 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 Virginia
Virginia'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 Virginia is growing, with seasonal bonuses and consistent year-round frozen and dairy freight complementing produce season surges.
Top Companies Hiring Reefer Drivers in VA
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Crete Carrier Corporation
$55,000 - $85,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Refrigerated, Flatbed
Knight-Swift Transportation
$50,000 - $85,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Refrigerated, Intermodal
Marten Transport
$55,000 - $85,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Refrigerated, Intermodal
Prime Inc.
$50,000 - $80,000+OTR, Regional, Refrigerated, Tanker, Flatbed
Top Cities for Reefer Jobs in Virginia
Virginia Beach
Virginia
Richmond
Virginia
Norfolk
Virginia
Chesapeake
Virginia
Arlington
Virginia
Key Freight Routes in Virginia
1
I-81 (Shenandoah Valley, major truck route)
2
I-95 (Northern VA/D.C. to Richmond)
3
I-64 (Richmond to Hampton Roads)
Requirements for Reefer Driving in VA
- 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 Virginia — FAQs
How much do reefer truck drivers make in Virginia?
Reefer truck drivers in Virginia earn $53,000 - $82,000 annually, depending on experience, endorsements, and carrier. While base pay in Virginia 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 VA.
When is the busiest season for reefer drivers in Virginia?
Virginia 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 Virginia hiring reefer drivers in 2026?
Yes — reefer driver demand in Virginia is growing heading into 2026. The reefer segment in Virginia is expanding, with carriers adding routes and increasing hiring as freight volumes grow. Check individual carrier listings for current openings and application requirements in VA.