Pre-screened reefer drivers in Missouri. 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)
48,000+
CDL Required
Class A
Reefer Driver Requirements in Missouri
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
Missouri Market for Reefer Drivers
Top Cities for Reefer Hiring in Missouri
#1
Kansas City
#2
St. Louis
#3
Springfield
#4
Columbia
#5
Joplin
Employers Driving Reefer Demand in Missouri
Ford (Claycomo)GM (Wentzville)Anheuser-BuschAmazon MCI2-MCI5Bass Pro ShopsCargill
Why Hire Reefer Drivers in Missouri
Lowest fuel tax in the country — 17.0 cents/gallon
KC and STL are dual freight hubs covering different markets
I-44/I-70/I-55/I-49 intersection creates maximum connectivity
Automotive and food/beverage manufacturing drive steady freight
No toll roads — combined with low fuel tax, great for owner-operators
What Our Reefer Drivers Bring to Your Missouri 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 Missouri, where demand is high, availability may be tighter — we recommend submitting requests as early as possible.
Reefer drivers in Missouri typically earn $52,000-$67,000/year. This reflects the state's high demand level and the Class A requirement. Kansas City and St. Louis tend to offer the highest rates.
Reefer drivers in Missouri need a Class A CDL. We verify all credentials as part of our screening process. Missouri has 55+ CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for reefer driver demand in Missouri are Kansas City, St. Louis, Springfield, Columbia. Major employers driving this demand include Ford (Claycomo), GM (Wentzville), Anheuser-Busch.
We recruit reefer drivers from across Missouri, a market of roughly 48,000+ CDL holders statewide and 55+ 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. Lowest fuel tax in the country — 17.0 cents/gallon.