Hire Reefer Drivers in Florida
Pre-screened reefer drivers in Florida. Class A CDL holders with 1+ years OTR with temperature-controlled experience experience. We aim to fill requests within 48-96 hours.
Demand
very high
Adj. Wage
$54,000-$69,000/year
Target Placement
48-96 hours
CDL Holders (State)
105,000+
CDL Required
Class A
Reefer Driver Requirements in Florida
Credentials Needed
- CDL Class:Class A
- Endorsements:None required
- Experience:1+ years OTR with temperature-controlled experience
- Wage Range:$54,000-$69,000/year
Equipment-Specific Skills
- Knowledge of reefer unit operation (Carrier, Thermo King)
- Pre-trip temp monitoring and documentation experience
- FSMA food safety compliance awareness
- Ability to manage multi-stop temperature-sensitive deliveries
Florida Market for Reefer Drivers
Top Cities for Reefer Hiring in Florida
#1
Miami
#2
Jacksonville
#3
Tampa
#4
Orlando
#5
Fort Lauderdale
#6
Lakeland
Employers Driving Reefer Demand in Florida
Amazon (10+ FCs)Publix (Lakeland)Port of JacksonvillePort of MiamiTropicanaFedEx
Why Hire Reefer Drivers in Florida
No state income tax — powerful recruiting tool
Third-largest freight market in the US
Port operations create year-round intermodal demand
Produce season (Oct-May) drives premium reefer rates
Population growth fuels construction and consumer freight
What Our Reefer Drivers Bring to Your Florida Operation
- Higher per-mile rates than dry van — $0.05-$0.10/mile premium
- Strong seasonal demand creates overtime opportunities
- Less competition for loads due to specialized skill set
- Produce season (Oct-May) offers premium-paying lanes
- Growing pharmaceutical cold chain opens new high-value freight
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Hiring Reefer Drivers in Florida — FAQ
We aim to fill reefer driver requests within 48-96 hours, though actual timing depends on the role and the candidates available. In Florida, where demand is very high, availability may be tighter — we recommend submitting requests as early as possible.
Reefer drivers in Florida typically earn $54,000-$69,000/year. This reflects the state's very high demand level and the Class A requirement. Miami and Jacksonville tend to offer the highest rates.
Reefer drivers in Florida need a Class A CDL. We verify all credentials as part of our screening process. Florida has 150+ CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for reefer driver demand in Florida are Miami, Jacksonville, Tampa, Orlando. Major employers driving this demand include Amazon (10+ FCs), Publix (Lakeland), Port of Jacksonville.
We recruit reefer drivers from across Florida, a market of roughly 105,000+ CDL holders statewide and 150+ CDL schools. Every candidate we put forward is screened for the Class A CDL, 1+ years OTR with temperature-controlled experience, and a clean driving and compliance record before you see them. No state income tax — powerful recruiting tool.