Pre-screened reefer drivers in New York. Class A CDL holders with 1+ years OTR with temperature-controlled experience experience. We aim to fill requests within 48-96 hours.
Demand
very high
Adj. Wage
$60,000-$77,000/year
Target Placement
48-96 hours
CDL Holders (State)
75,000+
CDL Required
Class A
Reefer Driver Requirements in New York
Credentials Needed
CDL Class:Class A
Endorsements:None required
Experience:1+ years OTR with temperature-controlled experience
Wage Range:$60,000-$77,000/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 York Market for Reefer Drivers
Top Cities for Reefer Hiring in New York
#1
New York City
#2
Buffalo
#3
Rochester
#4
Syracuse
#5
Albany
#6
Newburgh
Employers Driving Reefer Demand in New York
Amazon JFK8/JFK9Port of NY/NJSyscoFreshDirectWalmart DCs
Why Hire Reefer Drivers in New York
NYC metro is the largest consumption market in the US
Port of NY/NJ serves the entire Northeast
Highest driver wages on the East Coast
I-81 corridor through upstate is a major freight artery
Diverse freight types from food to fashion to finance
What Our Reefer Drivers Bring to Your New York 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 York, where demand is very high, availability may be tighter — we recommend submitting requests as early as possible.
Reefer drivers in New York typically earn $60,000-$77,000/year. This reflects the state's very high demand level and the Class A requirement. New York City and Buffalo tend to offer the highest rates.
Reefer drivers in New York need a Class A CDL. We verify all credentials as part of our screening process. New York has 100+ CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for reefer driver demand in New York are New York City, Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse. Major employers driving this demand include Amazon JFK8/JFK9, Port of NY/NJ, Sysco.
We recruit reefer drivers from across New York, a market of roughly 75,000+ CDL holders statewide and 100+ 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. NYC metro is the largest consumption market in the US.