Pre-screened reefer drivers in Maine. 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
$54,000-$69,000/year
Target Placement
48-96 hours
CDL Holders (State)
8,500+
CDL Required
Class A
Reefer Driver Requirements in Maine
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
Maine Market for Reefer Drivers
Top Cities for Reefer Hiring in Maine
#1
Portland
#2
Bangor
#3
Lewiston
#4
Auburn
Employers Driving Reefer Demand in Maine
Bath Iron WorksSAPPI (paper)Hannaford DistributionLobster co-opsCianbro
Why Hire Reefer Drivers in Maine
Seafood freight (lobster) pays premium rates
Timber and paper industry provides consistent flatbed work
Short-haul specialists earn well in tight market
Low competition means good drivers can negotiate
Quality of life attracts drivers tired of congested markets
What Our Reefer Drivers Bring to Your Maine 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 Maine, where demand is low, availability may be reasonable with standard lead times.
Reefer drivers in Maine typically earn $54,000-$69,000/year. This reflects the state's low demand level and the Class A requirement. Portland and Bangor tend to offer the highest rates.
Reefer drivers in Maine need a Class A CDL. We verify all credentials as part of our screening process. Maine has 12 CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for reefer driver demand in Maine are Portland, Bangor, Lewiston, Auburn. Major employers driving this demand include Bath Iron Works, SAPPI (paper), Hannaford Distribution.
We recruit reefer drivers from across Maine, a market of roughly 8,500+ CDL holders statewide and 12 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. Seafood freight (lobster) pays premium rates.