CDL-A Semi-Local Reefer Driver – NYC Routes | Good Pay

CDL-A Semi-Local Frozen Food Driver – $86K + $5K Bonus

Earn approximately$86,000 per year on a dedicated semi-local frozen food account with a$5,000 bonus. Drivers average approximately1,800 miles per week, typically spend3 nights out in the truck, and make deliveries across the Northeast and surrounding states, includingNew York City.

Pay Details

$86,000 per year

• Average Weekly Pay: $1,700
• $5,000 Bonus
• $50-$100 when a driver unload is required
• Detention paid in15-minute increments after 2 hours
• $20/hour safety training pay

Job Details

• Dedicated frozen food account
• Approximately1,800 miles per week
• Deliver frozen chicken to distribution centers, stores, and independent retailers
• Delivery territory includes:
  • CT, DE, MA, MD, NH, NJ
  • NY,including NYC
  • NC, OH, PA, RI, and VA
• Approximately3-5 loads per week
• Approximately3-4 outbound loads per week
• Average6 stops per week
• Typical pickup times between5:00 PM-3:00 AM, based on Hours of Service
• Out-and-back operation with a10-hour break before another load on shorter runs
• May shut down off-site for a10-hour reset before the next pickup
• Backhauls required on certain loads when available
• NYC deliveries account for approximately 25% of the work, or about once per week per driver
• City driving is required
• Conventional automatic sleeper trucks
• Trucks cannot be taken home during time off

Shift Details

• 6-day workweek with a 34-hour reset
• Typically3 nights out per week
• Days off generally fall onSaturday/Sunday, Sunday/Monday, or Monday/Tuesday
• Days off vary from week to week
• Night work
• Drivers may operate using recap hours
• Account operates24/7/365
• Holiday work is expected, including Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's

Freight & Unloading

• Approximately90% lumper unload
• Approximately10% driver unload
• Driver unloads may require hand unloading, pallet jack, or dollies depending on the customer
• Driver unload pays$50
• For lumper deliveries, drivers contact the designated lumper service before arrival so unloading can be arranged

Job Requirements

• ValidClass A CDL
• Minimum3 months of verifiable Class A CDL experience
• Clean driving record
• ValidDOT Medical Card
• No SAP drivers
• Must be comfortable withNYC/city driving
• Must be willing to perform driver unloads when required
• Ability to work nights and spend multiple nights out
• Ability to manage Hours of Service and recap operations