Pre-screened reefer drivers in Colorado. Class A CDL holders with 1+ years OTR with temperature-controlled experience experience. We aim to fill requests within 48-96 hours.
Demand
moderate
Adj. Wage
$58,000-$74,000/year
Target Placement
48-96 hours
CDL Holders (State)
29,000+
CDL Required
Class A
Reefer Driver Requirements in Colorado
Credentials Needed
CDL Class:Class A
Endorsements:None required
Experience:1+ years OTR with temperature-controlled experience
Wage Range:$58,000-$74,000/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
Colorado Market for Reefer Drivers
Top Cities for Reefer Hiring in Colorado
#1
Denver
#2
Colorado Springs
#3
Aurora
#4
Fort Collins
#5
Pueblo
#6
Loveland
Employers Driving Reefer Demand in Colorado
Amazon DEN2/DEN3Coors Brewing (Golden)Lockheed MartinBall CorporationWalmart DC (Loveland)
Why Hire Reefer Drivers in Colorado
Denver is the primary distribution hub for the Mountain West
I-70 and I-25 corridor creates diverse freight lanes
Tech industry growth drives e-commerce distribution
Energy sector (oil, gas, wind) provides specialized freight
Lower taxes than California attract West Coast fleet relocations
What Our Reefer Drivers Bring to Your Colorado Operation
Higher per-mile rates than dry van — $0.05-$0.10/mile premium
We aim to fill reefer driver requests within 48-96 hours, though actual timing depends on the role and the candidates available. In Colorado, where demand is moderate, availability may be reasonable with standard lead times.
Reefer drivers in Colorado typically earn $58,000-$74,000/year. This reflects the state's moderate demand level and the Class A requirement. Denver and Colorado Springs tend to offer the highest rates.
Reefer drivers in Colorado need a Class A CDL. We verify all credentials as part of our screening process. Colorado has 40+ CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for reefer driver demand in Colorado are Denver, Colorado Springs, Aurora, Fort Collins. Major employers driving this demand include Amazon DEN2/DEN3, Coors Brewing (Golden), Lockheed Martin.
We recruit reefer drivers from across Colorado, a market of roughly 29,000+ 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. Denver is the primary distribution hub for the Mountain West.