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Reefer Trucking job in Arkansas Join a Military Supporting Trucking Company

Experienced Arkansas CDL-A drivers can apply today for reefer trucking jobs with Brakebush Transportation. Our private fleet includes late-model trucks equipped with comfort upgrades like HD TV, inverters, microwaves and large sleeper cabs. Drivers receive strong benefits, steady pay and bonuses, helping many earn over $100,000 annually.

Over-the-road truck drivers in Arkansas with clean records and professional experience are encouraged to apply. Weekly home time and a consistent route structure keep our drivers balanced on and off the road.

Arkansas Reefer Trucking Jobs

About our OTR Trucking Company

Brakebush has remained a family-owned company since 1925. We deliver frozen poultry products nationwide using a private fleet supported by top-tier logistics. Drivers in Arkansas choose Brakebush for consistent freight, modern equipment and better compensation. With no shareholders, we invest directly in our people and their success. Apply onlineor contact us with any questions.

 

Who We Hire in Arkansas

Brakebush is accepting applications from CDL-A drivers across Arkansas for reefer, solo, team and OTR trucking jobs. We welcome husband-and-wife teams, solo drivers, veterans and experienced professionals with clean records. Our Arkansas routes offer steady income, schedule flexibility and long-term opportunity.

 

Additional Reasons to Drive for Brakebush

 

  • Late-model reefer trucks with driver-first upgrades
  • Comfort features like inverters, APUs, HD TVs and refrigerators
  • Toll and scale bypass tools
  • Home time of at least 36 hours between hauls
  • Pet and rider policies
  • CDL-A trucking jobs with tolo and team options
  • 24/7 logistics and support teams

 

Brakebush is accepting applications in all Arkansas counties, including:

Pulaski County | Benton County | Washington County | Sebastian County | Faulkner County | Saline County | Craighead County | Garland County

Compensation Details:

  • Base Rate: $.60 per Practical Mile
  • Team Base Rate: $.33 per Practical Mile
  • Plus Performance Incentive: $.07 per Practical Mile
  • Plus Per Diem: $.05 per Practical Mile
  • East Coast Premium: $.10 per Practical Mile
  • Team East Coast Premium: $.05 per Practical Mile
  • Paid Weekly

 

+ Job Requirements:

  • Be 23 years or older
  • Have 2 years of verifiable OTR experience
  • Meet all DOT requirements and qualifications
  • Have a valid Class A CDL

+ Additional Pay & Incentives:

  • $15 per hour detention pay after two hours
  • $15 per hour layover pay with a 24 - hour maximum of $165
  • Quarterly Safety Bonus: up to $.01 per Practical Mile
  • Quarterly Fuel Mileage Bonus: top achievers generally earn more than $500.00 per quarter
  • PC Miles Bonus: up to $.01 per Practical Mile
  • Annual Safety Bonus: After driving 250,000 safely, drivers can receive an additional $.001 per mile for all safe driving miles driven in their career at the company.

 

NEW Progressive Stop Pay Schedule:

  • 1st Stop Single - $30
  • 1st Stop Team - $15
  • 2nd Stop Single - $50
  • 2nd Stop Team - $25
  • 3rd Stop Single - $100
  • 3rd Stop Team - $50
  • 4th Stop & Additional Single - $150
  • 4th Stop & Additional Team - $75
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Benefits:

Brakebush received National Health Care Award for 2019 by the National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions

  • Health Insurance Health Saving plan & FLEX plan available
  • Life Insurance Basic term - company will provide coverage of $25,000 with option to purchase more
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • DOT Physical Reimbursement
  • Wellness Center for employees and family on medical plan
  • Paid Benefit Time (Vacation/Sick Days) 0 - 2 years: 13 days/yr
    2 - 10 years: 18 days/yr
    10 - 18 years: 23 days/yr
    18+ years: 28 days/yr
  • 401k - Company match
  • Holiday Pay Ten paid holidays per calendar year
  • Optional add-ons: Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
    Short Term Disability & Illness Plan
    Long Term Disability & Illness Plan

Arkansas Trucking Facts

Many Arkansas CDL drivers working with Brakebush earn above the statewide average while gaining access to consistent miles and modern equipment. With steady growth, we continue to hire drivers from every part of the state.

 

 

Why Arkansas Drivers Choose Brakebush

Brakebush drivers in Arkansas count on us for reliable pay, strong support and the flexibility to enjoy life outside the truck. We back our CDL-A drivers with unmatched equipment, benefits and bonus opportunities.

 

  • Mileage pay with East Coast and safety bonuses
  • Updated fleet with premium comfort and driver technology
  • Regular home time and no forced dispatch
  • Full benefits including health insurance, 401k match and paid holidays
  • Driver perks like pet/rider programs and outlet store discounts
  • Family-owned company values focused on respect, not quotas

 

Note: Metrics from Indeed and O*NET OnLine update frequently.

 

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Driving Distance to our Nearest HQ for Reefer Trucking Careers in AR

Reefer driving jobs (starting location) Distance to our closest HQ (Texas) Driving distance in hours
Little Rock 330 miles 5.2 hours
Fort Smith 280 miles 4.9 hours
Fayetteville 336 miles 5.7 hours
Springdale 345 miles 5.9 hours
Jonesboro 458 miles 7.1 hours
Rogers 357 miles 6.1 hours
Conway 353 miles 5.5 hours
North Little Rock 331 miles 5.2 hours
Bentonville 361 miles 6.1 hours
Pine Bluff 340 miles 5.6 hours
Hot Springs 297 miles 4.8 hours
Benton 307 miles 4.8 hours
Sherwood 338 miles 5.3 hours
Texarkana 191 miles 3.1 hours
Russellville 363 miles 6.1 hours
Paragould 482 miles 7.4 hours
Bella Vista 369 miles 6.2 hours
Jacksonville 342 miles 5.2 hours
Cabot 353 miles 5.6 hours
West Memphis 456 miles 7.1 hours

Arkansas over the road jobs from Brakebush Transportation

Arkansas OTR Trucking Jobs

OTR drivers in Arkansas can build a high-earning career with consistent long-haul routes and steady support. Most drivers are on the road 24 to 27 days per month, with scheduled home time between trips. We pay bonuses for East Coast deliveries and offer extra incentives for safe and fuel-efficient driving.

 

Every Brakebush reefer truck comes equipped with premium driver amenities for a comfortable long-haul experience. CDL-A licensed drivers in Arkansas looking for dependable OTR jobs will find lasting value with Brakebush.

 

Solo Truck Driving with Brakebush Transportation

Solo truck driving jobs in Arkansas offer independence, strong income and full benefit coverage with Brakebush. Drivers receive access to late-model trucks, regular home time and dedicated dispatch support.

 

If you’re looking for a solo CDL job in Arkansas with dependable miles and a family-owned team behind you, Brakebush is ready to help you get started. Apply online to join a company where your career has room to grow.

  

Team Truck Driving Jobs in Arkansas

Team truck driving jobs with Brakebush are ideal for co-drivers, married couples and experienced partners seeking strong miles and bonus pay. Whether you’re part of a husband-and-wife team or looking to team up with a friend, we offer a reliable pay structure with:

 

  • $.33 per practical mile base pay
  • $.05 East Coast premium
  • Full benefits and route consistency
  • Upgraded trucks with dual comfort amenities

 

Apply for a team truck driving job in Arkansas today!

Team driving jobs from Brakebush

Trucking Jobs for Military Veterans

Searching for a rewarding career on the road? Brakebush is honored to employ veterans from across the country. Apply online to get started.

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Zero-Cost Maintenance, Maximum Uptime

Brakebush invests in your success with two company-owned maintenance facilities. This program eliminates downtime and keeps you earning, with all service and repairs handled at no cost to you.

  • No Out-of-Pocket ExpensesAll maintenance, service and repairs are paid for by Brakebush.
  • Priority In-House ServiceGet back on the road faster with expert technicians at our dedicated shops in Wisconsin and North Carolina.
  • Proven Commitment to SafetyProactive maintenance keeps equipment reliable, contributing to an industry-leading DOT accident rate of 0.33 per million miles.

Frequently Asked Questions on Truck Driving Jobs in Arkansas

 

How much does a trucker make in Arkansas?

Truck drivers in Arkansas make on average $89,916 per year, according to Indeed.

How often do you have to renew your CDL in Arkansas?

A CDL must be renewed every 5 years in Arkansas.

What types of CDL jobs are available in Arkansas?

Brakebush hires solo, team and OTR drivers for CDL-A reefer jobs throughout Arkansas. We offer bonus pay, great equipment and consistent scheduling.

Truck Driving Applicant FAQs

Have a hiring-related question? Check out a few commonly asked questions below. View our full applicant FAQs list by clicking All Driver Applicant FAQs.

Are You Hiring?

We have a terminal in Westfield, WI, Thomasville, NC, and a yard in Charleston, MO. We also operate 18 trucks out of Irving, TX. We accept applications for all of those locations when we have an opening. Drivers do not necessarily have to live in those areas, but the truck is serviced in those areas.

How Much Can I Expect to Earn?

The average earnings for our truck drivers in 2024 was about $100,229 with several drivers earning over $130,000.

What Routes Will I Drive?

We do not have dedicated routes. Our dispatch is based on customer demand. Drivers do fall into a pattern where they go to the same customers and usually leave and return on the same days each week. It can vary by location and we like applicants to talk to someone in operation at the location they are applying for.

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