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Trainee Reefer Jobs in Oregon (NOW HIRING)

Trainee Reefer information

What is the difference between Trainee Reefer vs Trainee Truck Driver?

AspectTrainee ReeferTrainee Truck Driver
CertificationsCommercial Driver's License (CDL), Reefer-specific trainingCDL, general driving training
Work EnvironmentRefrigerated truck units, cold storage facilitiesOpen roads, highways, various terrains
Industry UsageFood, pharmaceuticals, perishable goodsGeneral freight, various cargo types

Both roles require a CDL and involve driving trucks, but Trainee Reefer focuses on refrigerated transport, while Trainee Truck Driver covers general freight. Reefer trainees learn to handle temperature-sensitive cargo, often in specialized environments, whereas truck driver trainees gain experience with diverse cargo and long-distance routes.

What cities in Oregon are hiring for Trainee Reefer jobs?

Cities in Oregon with the most Trainee Reefer job openings:

Infographic showing various Trainee Reefer job openings in Oregon as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, and 16% Part Time. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution.

CDL A CDL- Regional Reefer $1200-$1300! 2 Weeks OTR- Trainees Welcomed

Portland, OR โ€ข On-site

$1.2K - $1.3K/wk

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Job description

Major Carrier- Nationwide Fleet

Clean CDL= No incidents within past year

CDL address must match hiring area

6 months 53' Tractor Trailer experience within last year required or start as trainee

No termination from previous driving job

No SAP drivers - Hair follicle drug screening

OTR Reefer Lane

Trainees (*Less than 6 months 53' Tractor Trailer experience within past year)

$650 weekly flat rate during training (4-6 weeks) depending on driver and verifiable experience

Western U.S. 2 weeks out, 2 days home

Reefer Trailer

Drop & Hook, Live Load/Unload

No Touch Freight

.51 cpm starting pay

1900-2100 miles per week

$15 per stop

$1200-$1300 weekly average!

No SAP drivers

Hair follicle drug screen

CDL address must match hiring area

6 months 53' Tractor Trailer experience within last year required or start as trainee

W2 + benefits, Major Carrier Nationwide Fleet