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Weekend Reefer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Reefer Technician

Eau Claire, WI · On-site

$30 - $90/hr

We offer reefer, dry van and flatbed trailers from Utility Trailer Manufacturing at all locations ... Rotating weekends * Be available to work flexible hours and on-call shifts Supervisory ...

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How much do weekend reefer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend reefer in the United States is $28.97, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.04 and $32.93 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

AspectWeekend ReeferWeekend Truck Driver
CertificationsCDL, Reefer EndorsementCDL, General Endorsements
Work EnvironmentRefrigerated trucks, cold storageVarious trucks, open roads
Industry UsageFood, pharmaceuticals, perishable goodsGeneral freight, various cargo

Weekend Reefer drivers primarily handle refrigerated trucks transporting perishable goods, requiring specific certifications like reefer endorsements. Weekend Truck Drivers may handle a broader range of freight without specialized refrigeration skills. Both roles often work weekends and in similar industry settings, but the focus on refrigerated cargo distinguishes the Weekend Reefer from general weekend truck driving jobs.

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Infographic showing various Weekend Reefer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 26% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $60,266 per year, or $29 per hour.

Eastern Regional Reefer | CDL A Regional Driver

S. Reynolds & Associates, Inc.

Chicago, IL

$1.4K/wk

Full-time

Posted 13 days ago


Job description

Major Carrier – Eastern Regional Reefer | CDL‑A Regional Driver

Hiring Area: Within 100 miles of ZIPs 60506 (Chicago/Aurora IL), 43125 (Columbus OH), 65801 (Springfield MO) Home Time: Weekly + 34‑hour restart Experience: Trainees accepted; experienced drivers welcome Freight: Dedicated Reefer (no set route)

Position Overview

Regional CDL‑A position running dedicated reefer freight across the Eastern network. Drivers average 2,500 miles/week and ~$1,400/week, with home time once per week plus a 34‑hour restart. Trainees are accepted, and no endorsements are required.

Dedicated reefer fleet approximately 60 different delivery locations no set route.

Pay & Earnings

  • Starting CPM: $0.60
  • Top CPM: $0.70
  • Progression: +$0.01 CPM annually after 25 months
  • Average Weekly Earnings: ~$1,400
  • Average Weekly Miles: ~2,500
  • Stop Pay: $25

Average Weekly Earnings: Approximately $1,400 Pay: $0.60 CPM starting, up to $0.70 CPM Stop Pay: $25.

Schedule & Home Time

  • Home Weekly
  • 34‑hour restart
  • Day & night dispatch
  • Weekend work required
  • Holiday work as needed

Home Time: Once a Week Restart: 34 Hours Weekend work is required.

Freight & Equipment

  • Trailer Type: Reefer
  • Load Types: Live load/unload, drop & hook, preload
  • Favorable Freight: Drop & hook
  • No endorsements required

Trailer Type: Reefer Load Types: Live Load / Live Unload / Preload / Drop & Hook.

Hiring Area

Candidates must live within 100 miles of approved ZIPs:

  • 60506 – Chicago/Aurora, IL
  • 43125 – Columbus, OH
  • 65801 – Springfield, MO

Hiring Radius within 100 miles of the approved hiring ZIP codes.

Requirements

  • CDL‑A
  • Trainees accepted
  • Must be comfortable with reefer operations
  • Must be flexible for day/night dispatch
  • Must be available for weekend work
  • Must understand this fleet has no set route and ~60 delivery locations

Must understand this fleet has no set route approximately 60 different delivery locations.

Selling Points (Use These When Pitching)

  • 2,500 miles/week
  • ~$1,400/week average
  • $0.60–$0.70 CPM pay scale
  • $25 stop pay
  • Home weekly + restart
  • Trainees accepted
  • No endorsements required
  • Large dedicated freight network

The main sell is 2,500 MILES/WEEK + APPROXIMATELY $1,400/WEEK + HOME WEEKLY + TRAINEES ACCEPTED.

Recruiter Notes

  • No set route — freight varies weekly
  • Day/night flexibility required
  • Weekend work required
  • Live load/unload included
  • No bonus or transition pay
  • Verify hiring area before submission

Weekly freight can change weekend work is required hiring-area fields contain conflicting state/city information.