OTR CDL-A Reefer Freight Driver – Great Pay | Yearly Raises & Sign-On Bonus

Herman N Logistics•Chicago, IL

8d•$100,000 - $120,000

About The Position

Drive dedicated over-the-road routes hauling fresh and frozen foods in reefer trailers to grocery distributors across 28 states, with most routes in the Midwest and Southwest. The position is based in Chicago, Illinois, and includes a mix of single-stop and multi-stop loads, averaging approximately 2–3 stops. Trailers are preloaded and receivers unload them; backhauls are required. Drivers average approximately 2,800 miles per week and receive activity-based pay, yearly mileage raises, and a limited-time sign-on bonus. Drivers work six consecutive days followed by a 34-hour weekly reset, with start times between 4:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. Workdays average 11–13 hours, and drivers are home for a reset 1–2 times per month. The truck may be taken home during time off with management approval. Equipment consists of automatic International single-bunk sleeper trucks. Pets and passengers are allowed with authorization; drivers must provide their own fridge. Training includes paid online orientation, travel and hotel during training, and $200 per day during new-hire training.

Requirements

Valid Class A CDL.
At least 3 months of verifiable Class A CDL experience.
No SAP drivers.
Clean driving record.
Valid DOT Medical Card.
Willingness to chain up when weather requires.
Comfort driving mountain passes.
Willingness to deliver to any state needed.
No additional endorsements required.

Responsibilities

Haul fresh and frozen foods in reefer trailers to grocery distributors across 28 states, primarily in the Midwest and Southwest.
Complete a mix of single-stop and multi-stop loads, averaging approximately 2–3 stops.
Complete required backhauls.
Work six consecutive days followed by a 34-hour weekly reset.
Deliver to any state as needed.
Chain up when weather requires and drive mountain passes.