Hire Reefer Drivers in South Carolina
Pre-screened reefer drivers in South Carolina. Class A CDL holders with 1+ years OTR with temperature-controlled experience experience. We aim to fill requests within 48-96 hours.
Demand
high
Adj. Wage
$52,000-$67,000/year
Target Placement
48-96 hours
CDL Holders (State)
32,000+
CDL Required
Class A
Reefer Driver Requirements in South Carolina
Credentials Needed
- CDL Class:Class A
- Endorsements:None required
- Experience:1+ years OTR with temperature-controlled experience
- Wage Range:$52,000-$67,000/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
South Carolina Market for Reefer Drivers
Top Cities for Reefer Hiring in South Carolina
#1
Charleston
#2
Columbia
#3
Greenville
#4
Spartanburg
#5
Rock Hill
Employers Driving Reefer Demand in South Carolina
Port of CharlestonBMW (Greer)Volvo (Ridgeville)Amazon CAE1Michelin
Why Hire Reefer Drivers in South Carolina
Port of Charleston is booming — intermodal demand surging
BMW and Volvo plants create constant auto parts freight
I-85 Greenville/Spartanburg is a manufacturing powerhouse
Lower cost of living than North Carolina
Pro-business environment attracts new distribution centers
What Our Reefer Drivers Bring to Your South Carolina 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 South Carolina — FAQ
We aim to fill reefer driver requests within 48-96 hours, though actual timing depends on the role and the candidates available. In South Carolina, where demand is high, availability may be tighter — we recommend submitting requests as early as possible.
Reefer drivers in South Carolina typically earn $52,000-$67,000/year. This reflects the state's high demand level and the Class A requirement. Charleston and Columbia tend to offer the highest rates.
Reefer drivers in South Carolina need a Class A CDL. We verify all credentials as part of our screening process. South Carolina has 40+ CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for reefer driver demand in South Carolina are Charleston, Columbia, Greenville, Spartanburg. Major employers driving this demand include Port of Charleston, BMW (Greer), Volvo (Ridgeville).
We recruit reefer drivers from across South Carolina, a market of roughly 32,000+ CDL holders statewide and 40+ 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. Port of Charleston is booming — intermodal demand surging.