Access our pool of pre-screened reefer drivers in Ohio. Class A CDL holders with 1+ years OTR with temperature-controlled experience experience, placed within 48-96 hours.
Demand
very high
Adj. Wage
$54,000-$69,000/year
Placement
48-96 hours
State Pool
68,000+
CDL Required
Class A
Reefer Driver Requirements in Ohio
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
Our typical placement time for reefer drivers is 48-96 hours. In Ohio, where demand is very high, availability may be tighter — we recommend submitting requests as early as possible.
Reefer drivers in Ohio typically earn $54,000-$69,000/year. This reflects the state's very high demand level and the Class A requirement. Columbus and Cleveland tend to offer the highest rates.
Reefer drivers in Ohio need a Class A CDL. We verify all credentials as part of our screening process. Ohio has 80+ CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for reefer driver demand in Ohio are Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, Dayton. Major employers driving this demand include Amazon CMH1-CMH4, Honda (Marysville), Procter & Gamble.
Our Ohio reefer driver pool draws from 68,000+ CDL holders statewide. We deliver a 66% turnover rate versus the 91% industry average, saving you the $8,000-$12,000 cost of replacing a driver. Columbus is the fastest-growing logistics market in the Midwest.