OTR Reefer Trucking Jobs in Florida Join a Military Supporting Trucking Company

Family-owned, high-quality and driver-friendly. That’s how Brakebush Transportation operates. If you’re looking for a high-paying OTR reefer trucking job with full benefits and a generous bonus earnings structure, apply to our company. Each Brakebush truck comes with modern, driver-focused amenities like Large O/O spec'd Sleeper Cabs, APUs, and company-paid HD TV and SiriusXM Radio, making life on the road more comfortable.

Curious how much you could make? While your results may vary, many of our OTR drivers average $100,000 in annual earnings. Sound like a great opportunity? Click to apply below.

Experienced CDL-A licensed drivers with clean driving records are encouraged to apply. We give our reefer drivers plenty of time off so they can spend a meaningful amount of time at home each week.

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Bonuses
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Drive for Brakebush in Florida

Top drivers average around $1,920/week
$1,730 - $2,500 a Week
Refer a Driver and Get $.01 Cent Per Mile Driven by That Referred Driver
90%+ Driver Retention
13 Sick/Vacation Days Upon Hiring and 10 Annual Paid Holidays
Minimum 34 Hours at Home per Week
Tuition Reimbursement For Approved Coursework
Technical School Scholarship Opportunities for Children of Employees

About our OTR Trucking Company

Brakebush is a family-owned trucking company that transports frozen chicken products to customers nationwide. We pride ourselves in providing modern, well-maintained rigs with impeccable logistic support. Since there are no obligations to shareholders, we pass the added benefits onto our drivers. Pay structures and benefits can be seen below. Contact us or Apply now.

How Brakebush Works for Florida CDL Drivers

Florida drivers do not need to relocate. Brakebush hires qualified OTR reefer drivers living throughout Florida. Drivers could live in Jacksonville, Orlando, Tampa, Miami, Tallahassee and surrounding areas while utilizing our truck maintenance network in North Carolina and Wisconsin.

Brakebush is accepting applications from drivers in all Florida counties, including:

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.

Stop Pay Structure:

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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Drivers Benefits

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

Health Insurance
Life & AD&D Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
Optional Accident Insurance
Optional Critical Illness Insurance
Wellness Center
Employee Assistance Program
Legal & Financial Assistance
Chaplain Services
401K - Company Match
Paid Benefit Time (Vacation/Sick Days)
Holiday Pay
Driver Referral Program
Tuition Reimbursement
Scholarship Programs
Brakebush Outlet Store Discount

What our drivers love about

“Everybody’s cool here. The shop is great. A lot of the office used to drive, so there are no problems there. You don’t run into people who know nothing about it.”

BrianTruck 64

“Just an awesome company to work for. You get great benefits and awesome people to work with.”

DaleTruck 82

“From everyone in the shop to everyone in the office—everybody is easy to deal with. If you ever have a question, everyone’s right on top of it.”

JasonTruck 91

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Brakebush Transportation vs Competing Florida Trucking Averages

Now is a great time to be a long-haul truck driver with Brakebush Transportation. Many of our team members earn well above the statewide average with strong weekly pay, benefits, minimum home time and generous bonuses.

BRAKEBUSH TRANSPORTATION vs FLORIDA AVERAGES
	FloridaAvg. Truck Driver*	BrakebushOTR Reefer Driver
Annual Earnings	Statewide average:$82,056	Many drivers average $100,000+ annually
Weekly Pay Potential	Varies by employer	$1,730 - $2,500+ per week
Additional Pay	Employer dependent	Bonuses, east coast premium, safety, fuel mileage & PC bonuses
Benefits	Varies	Health, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, paid holidays & more
Home Time	Varies	Minimum 34 hrs. home weekly
Equipment & Support	Varies	APU, sleeper cab, HD TV, SiriusXM, 24/7 driver support

*Source: Indeed Florida truck driver salary data (2026). External labor and compensation metrics update periodically. Individual results may vary.

Hiring CDL-A Drivers Across Florida

You can live anywhere in Florida and drive for Brakebush Transportation. Our closest terminal for many Florida drivers is in Mocksville, North Carolina. Distances and drive times are approximate.

Distance to Closest Brakebush Terminal from Major Florida Markets

Jacksonville
444 miles
6.5 hours
Miami
979 miles
11.6 hours
Tampa
636 miles
9.5 hours
Orlando
585 miles
8.5 hours
St. Petersburg
663 miles
9.9 hours
Tallahassee
508 miles
8.6 hours
Fort Lauderdale
761 miles
11 hours
Cape Coral
444 miles
11.5 hours

More Florida Communities We Hire From

Hialeah
Port St. Lucie
Pembroke Pines
Miramar
Gainesville
Hollywood
Coral Springs
Lehigh Acres
Brandon
Clearwater
Palm Bay
Miami Gardens
Plantation
West Palm Beach
Naples
Lakeland
Deltona
Sarastoa
Pensacola
And more…

Don’t see your city? We hire CDL-A drivers from all across Florida! Apply online today.

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Florida over the road jobs from Brakebush Transportation

Florida OTR Trucking Jobs

Brakebush offers rewarding reefer OTR jobs outside of Florida. While you may be traveling 24–27 days a month, Brakebush drivers get regular vacation time. Increase your earnings even more by taking advantage of additional driver incentives like East Coast premiums (10 cents per practical mile) and quarterly safety bonuses.

Solo Trucking Jobs Worth the Journey

Brakebush Transportation has available solo trucking jobs in Florida. If you are looking for the independence of a flexible schedule, regular time at home and great pay, look no further! At Brakebush we offer great benefits and pay on top of an honest work culture. Work where you are respected, apply today.

CDL Jobs for Motivated Drivers

Brakebush Transportation offers high-paying CDL jobs for motivated Florida truck drivers. Join our team for competitive pay, modern trucking equipment and a family-first work environment. With our strong culture and driver testimonials, it's never been a better time to start a rewarding career with us.

Florida Team Driving Jobs

Looking for Florida team truck driving jobs? Brakebush Transportation hires both husband and wife teams and established CDL-A driver teams looking for a rewarding long-haul reefer opportunity. Team drivers earn a base rate of 33 cents per practical mile plus a 5-cent-per-mile east coast premium. Increase your income as a team without sacrificing support or equipment quality with Brakebush Transportation.

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 Florida

What CDL license do Florida drivers require to be hired by Brakebush?

Florida-based drivers require a valid CDL-A license to be hired by Brakebush Transportation. Drivers must also meet applicable federal and state CDL requirements.

Are Brakebush Florida trucking jobs OTR or local routes?

Brakebush Florida trucking jobs are OTR (over-the-road) reefer routes rather than local delivery. Our drivers haul refrigerated freight across regional and interstate lanes. Florida drivers do not need to relocate to apply.

How much do truck drivers make in Florida?

Truck drivers in Florida make on average $82,056 per year, according to Indeed. Pay varies based on route type, employer, experience, endorsements and miles driven. Many Brakebush Transportation drivers average $100,000+ annually, plus bonus and premium pay opportunities.

Does Brakebush hire solo and team truck drivers?

Yes. Brakebush hires both solo CDL-A drivers and team truck drivers, including established driver teams and husband-and-wife teams.

What experience is required for Brakebush Florida CDL-A trucking jobs?

Brakebush CDL-A trucking jobs in Florida require 2 years of verifiable OTR experience. Drivers must possess a strong driving record, safe operating history and the ability to meet DOT and company hiring standards.

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