Hire Reefer Drivers in South Dakota
Pre-screened reefer drivers in South Dakota. Class A CDL holders with 1+ years OTR with temperature-controlled experience experience. We aim to fill requests within 48-96 hours.
Demand
low
Adj. Wage
$52,000-$67,000/year
Target Placement
48-96 hours
CDL Holders (State)
7,000+
CDL Required
Class A
Reefer Driver Requirements in South Dakota
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 Dakota Market for Reefer Drivers
Top Cities for Reefer Hiring in South Dakota
#1
Sioux Falls
#2
Rapid City
#3
Aberdeen
#4
Brookings
Employers Driving Reefer Demand in South Dakota
Smithfield Foods (Sioux Falls)DaktronicsAmazon FSD1Trail King Industries
Why Hire Reefer Drivers in South Dakota
No state income tax — strong recruiting tool
Sioux Falls is a growing regional distribution hub
Low cost of living maximizes driver pay value
Abundant truck parking reduces driver frustration
Less competition for the available driver pool
What Our Reefer Drivers Bring to Your South Dakota 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 Dakota — 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 Dakota, where demand is low, availability may be reasonable with standard lead times.
Reefer drivers in South Dakota typically earn $52,000-$67,000/year. This reflects the state's low demand level and the Class A requirement. Sioux Falls and Rapid City tend to offer the highest rates.
Reefer drivers in South Dakota need a Class A CDL. We verify all credentials as part of our screening process. South Dakota has 10 CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for reefer driver demand in South Dakota are Sioux Falls, Rapid City, Aberdeen, Brookings. Major employers driving this demand include Smithfield Foods (Sioux Falls), Daktronics, Amazon FSD1.
We recruit reefer drivers from across South Dakota, a market of roughly 7,000+ CDL holders statewide and 10 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 — strong recruiting tool.