Pre-screened reefer drivers in New Hampshire. 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
$56,000-$72,000/year
Target Placement
48-96 hours
CDL Holders (State)
8,000+
CDL Required
Class A
Reefer Driver Requirements in New Hampshire
Credentials Needed
CDL Class:Class A
Endorsements:None required
Experience:1+ years OTR with temperature-controlled experience
Wage Range:$56,000-$72,000/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
New Hampshire Market for Reefer Drivers
Top Cities for Reefer Hiring in New Hampshire
#1
Manchester
#2
Nashua
#3
Concord
#4
Portsmouth
#5
Dover
Employers Driving Reefer Demand in New Hampshire
BAE Systems (Nashua)Amazon (Nashua)Sig SauerMarket Basket DistributionFoss Manufacturing
Why Hire Reefer Drivers in New Hampshire
No sales tax and no income tax — most tax-friendly in New England
Proximity to Boston market at lower cost of living
Defense sector provides stable freight demand
Quality of life attracts drivers from congested metro areas
Small state means most routes are home-daily
What Our Reefer Drivers Bring to Your New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire, where demand is low, availability may be reasonable with standard lead times.
Reefer drivers in New Hampshire typically earn $56,000-$72,000/year. This reflects the state's low demand level and the Class A requirement. Manchester and Nashua tend to offer the highest rates.
Reefer drivers in New Hampshire need a Class A CDL. We verify all credentials as part of our screening process. New Hampshire has 10 CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for reefer driver demand in New Hampshire are Manchester, Nashua, Concord, Portsmouth. Major employers driving this demand include BAE Systems (Nashua), Amazon (Nashua), Sig Sauer.
We recruit reefer drivers from across New Hampshire, a market of roughly 8,000+ 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 sales tax and no income tax — most tax-friendly in New England.