Access our pool of pre-screened reefer drivers in Mississippi. Class A CDL holders with 1+ years OTR with temperature-controlled experience experience, placed within 48-96 hours.
Demand
moderate
Adj. Wage
$48,000-$61,000/year
Placement
48-96 hours
State Pool
22,000+
CDL Required
Class A
Reefer Driver Requirements in Mississippi
Credentials Needed
CDL Class:Class A
Endorsements:None required
Experience:1+ years OTR with temperature-controlled experience
Wage Range:$48,000-$61,000/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
Our typical placement time for reefer drivers is 48-96 hours. In Mississippi, where demand is moderate, availability may be reasonable with standard lead times.
Reefer drivers in Mississippi typically earn $48,000-$61,000/year. This reflects the state's moderate demand level and the Class A requirement. Jackson and Gulfport tend to offer the highest rates.
Reefer drivers in Mississippi need a Class A CDL. We verify all credentials as part of our screening process. Mississippi has 30+ CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for reefer driver demand in Mississippi are Jackson, Gulfport, Hattiesburg, Tupelo. Major employers driving this demand include Nissan (Canton), Toyota (Blue Springs), Sanderson Farms.
Our Mississippi reefer driver pool draws from 22,000+ CDL holders statewide. We deliver a 62% turnover rate versus the 91% industry average, saving you the $8,000-$12,000 cost of replacing a driver. Lowest fuel tax in the region — 18.4 cents/gallon.