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Reefer Trucking Job in Kansas Join a Military Supporting Trucking Company

Drive for a leader in the poultry production and distribution industry. Brakebush Transportation is offering reefer trucking jobs for drivers out of Kansas. Take advantage of perks including great pay, full benefits packages and bonus-earning opportunities that reward your time on the road. While your results may vary, many of our drivers average $100,000 annually. Sound like your next gig? Apply below or view more perks and driver testimonials.

Experienced CDL-A licensed drivers with excellent driving records are encouraged to apply. We expect our drivers to treat customers, suppliers and fellow motorists on the road with respect.

Reefer Trucking Jobs Kansas
  • 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 Truck Driving Company

Brakebush is a family-owned company with a history of world-class customer service since 1925. Since there are no obligations to shareholders, we pass the added benefits onto our staff. If you want to work for a company that values your skillset and won’t treat you like a number, Brakebush is the perfect place. Apply online or contact our team with questions—we'd love to hear from you.

 

Additional Reasons to Drive for Brakebush

  • Private fleet with newer trucks
  • Driver-friendly amenities including sleeper cabs, scale & toll bypass, and more
  • Top-rated logistics support
  • Offered regular time home of at least 36 hours
  • Rider and pet policies
  • & more!

 

Brakebush is accepting applications from drivers in all Kansas counties including:

Johnson County | Sedgwick County | Shawnee County | Wyandotte County | Douglas County | Leavenworth County | Riley County | Butler County

Compensation Details:

  • Base Rate: $.60 per Practical Mile
  • Team Base Rate: $.33 per Practical Mile
  • Plus Performance Incentive: $.05 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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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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Kansas Trucking Facts

Now is a great time to be a long-haul truck driver, especially at Brakebush Transportation. Many of our team members make well above the average annual earnings for truck drivers in the state. And with a growing inventory, we're continuing to accept applications from drivers across the state.

 

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 KS

 

Reefer driving jobs (starting location) Distance to our closest HQ (Texas) Driving distance in hours
Wichita 357 miles 5.7 hours
Overland Park 536 miles 8.1 hours
Kansas City 546 miles 8.2 hours
Olathe 525 miles 8 hours
Topeka 493 miles 7.5 hours
Lawrence 512 miles 7.7 hours
Shawnee 537 miles 8.1 hours
Manhattan 487 miles 7.6 hours
Lenexa 532 miles 7.9 hours
Salina 444 miles 6.8 hours
Hutchinson 406 miles 6.5 hours
Leavenworth 547 miles 8.2 hours
Leawood 540 miles 8.1 hours
Dodge City 454 miles 7.4 hours
Garden City 508 miles 8 hours
Emporia 439 miles 6.7 hours
Derby 349 miles 5.6 hours
Junction City 469 miles 7.3 hours
Prairie Village 538 miles 8.2 hours
Gardner 517 miles 7.8 hours

 

Kansas over the road jobs from Brakebush Transportation

Kansas OTR Trucking Jobs

There are advantages to elevating your over-the-road driving career with Brakebush. Even though you may be on the road for 24–27 days a month, we work with our drivers to make sure they have regular time off at home. With added incentives like East Coast premiums (10 cents per practical mile) and quarterly safety bonuses (1 cent per practical mile), your earning potential with us is as far as you can take it.

 

Solo Trucking Jobs for Kansas Drivers

Driving solo at Brakebush Transportation is your path to a rewarding career with exciting benefits. We offer great pay and benefits with consistent opportunities for professional growth. If you are looking to drive solo for a reputable transportation company, look no further than Brakebush Transportation. Apply today!

Available Team Driving Jobs

Brakebush offers team driving jobs nationwide. Whether you're a husband and wife team or someone looking for a co-driver on the job, we can help you earn more while sharing the road. See our pay breakdown for team drivers including a 33 cents per practical mile base rate and 5 cents per mile East Coast premium.

Kansas 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 Kansas

 

How much does a trucker make in Kansas?

Truck drivers in Kansas make on average $85,176 per year, according to Indeed.

How long does a CDL last in Kansas?

A CDL in Kansas lasts for 4 years.

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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