OTR Reefer Trucking Job in Massachusetts Join a Military Supporting Trucking Company

Brakebush is accepting applications for OTR reefer truck drivers out of Massachusetts. Get a reefer trucking job at a company known for quality poultry and putting drivers first. When you drive for us, you'll enjoy a company truck equipped with modern features, great pay, full benefits, bonus opportunities and regularly offered time at home.

Curious how much you could make? While your mileage may vary, many of our OTR reefer drivers average $100,000 in annual earnings.

Experienced drivers with excellent driving records are encouraged to apply. Treating all drivers, customers and motorists with the utmost respect has always been a top requirement.

Pay Rates
Bonuses
Benefits

What Can Drivers Expect From Brakebush?

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 CDL Trucking Company

Brakebush Transportation has been a family-owned and operated company transporting fresh poultry products since 1925. With no obligations to shareholders, we pass the added benefits onto our drivers and staff. Join our network of drivers nationwide by applying online or contacting us with questions—we'd love to hear from you.

How Brakebush Works for Massachusetts CDL Drivers

Massachusetts drivers can live in the state while running refrigerated OTR freight with Brakebush. CDL drivers based in Boston, Worcester, Springfield, Lowell, Cambridge and nearby areas may connect into freight routes to the East Coast, Midwest and beyond. Brakebush trucks are serviced through dedicated maintenance shops in Wisconsin and North Carolina. Home time is coordinated around dispatch planning, lane availability and driver location.

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 Massachusetts drivers in all 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 Massachusetts Trucking Averages

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 hire more qualified drivers from across the state.

BRAKEBUSH TRANSPORTATION vs MASSACHUSETTS AVERAGES
	MassachusettsAvg. Truck Driver*	BrakebushOTR Reefer Driver
Annual Earnings	Statewide average:$81,771	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 Massachusetts truck driver salary data (2026). External labor and compensation metrics update periodically. Individual results may vary.

Hiring CDL-A Drivers Across Massachusetts

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

Distance to Closest Brakebush Terminal from Major Massachusetts Markets

Boston
801 miles
12.9 hours
Worcester
762 miles
12.3 hours
Springfield
755 miles
11.7 hours
Cambridge
797 miles
12.9 hours
Lowell
802 miles
12.8 hours
Brockton
813 miles
13.1 hours
New Bedford
795 miles
13.2 hours
Quincy
809 miles
13 hours

More Massachusetts Communities We Hire From

Lynn
Fall River
Newton
Somerville
Lawrence
Framingham
Haverhill
Waltham
Malden
Plymouth
Brookline
Medford
And more…

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

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Massachusetts over the road jobs from Brakebush Transportation

OTR Jobs for Massachusetts Truck Drivers

Brakebush Transportation can give your over-the-road driving career in Massachusetts new potential. While it may be common for you to travel between 24 and 27 days each month, our drivers receive consistent time off at home. Level up your earnings through extra driver incentives like East Coast premiums (10 cents for every practical mile) and quarterly safety bonuses (1 cent for every practical mile).

Solo Trucking Opportunities In Massachusetts

Drive solo for a family-owned transportation company that offers great pay, full benefits, and a generous bonus structure. If you are ready for the added independence and flexible schedule of a solo truck driver, apply today!

Team Driving Jobs

Truck drivers can find satisfying team driving employment with Brakebush. Whether you're an established driving team, a husband-and-wife team trying to increase your income or an individual looking for a co-driver, sharing the road through our team driving program is worth it. See our Massachusetts team CDL job pay schedule to see our basic rate of 33 cents for every practical mile and our East Coast premium of 5 cents per mile.

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 Massachusetts

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

Massachusetts drivers need a valid CDL-A license to apply for Brakebush Transportation driving positions. Drivers must also meet federal CDL rules, Massachusetts licensing requirements and company hiring standards.

Are Brakebush Massachusetts trucking jobs OTR or local routes?

Brakebush Massachusetts trucking jobs are OTR refrigerated freight routes rather than local delivery jobs. Massachusetts drivers haul temperature-controlled freight across Northeast, East Coast and interstate lanes.

How much do truck drivers make in Massachusetts?

Truck drivers in Massachusetts make an average of $81,771 per year. Pay varies based on route type, employer, experience, endorsements and miles driven. Many Brakebush Transportation drivers average $100,000+ annually, with 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 teams and husband-and-wife teams.

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

Brakebush CDL-A trucking jobs in Massachusetts require 2 years of verifiable OTR experience. Applicants need a safe driving record, reliable work history and the ability to meet DOT and Brakebush hiring standards.

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