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Reefer Trucking Job in Minnesota Join a Military Supporting Trucking Company

Enter into a high-paying trucking job in Minnesota with Brakebush Transportation. Family-owned and operated since 1925, we've been a leader in poultry production with a track record of rewarding drivers with above-industry-average pay. While your mileage may vary, many Brakebush drivers average $100,000 annually.

Coupled with full benefits and bonus opportunities that take your earnings to the next level, this might be the best truck driving job for you. Fill an immediate industry-wide need for drivers while still having the opportunity to spend regular time at home by applying to our family-owned trucking company.

Searching for experienced truck drivers with excellent driving records to join our branch in Wells. Work for one of the fastest-growing trucking companies in Minnesota.

Reefer Trucking Jobs Minnesota
  • 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

Truck Drivers Needed in Minnesota

Brakebush Transportation is driven to do right by our customers, suppliers and employees. For our OTR drivers, that means great pay and excellent benefits with modern, well-maintained rigs and the best logistics support in the business. As a Midwestern family, we also respect the importance of life outside work. That’s why we make sure our drivers enjoy regular time at home. Apply today.

 

Brakebush is accepting applications in all Minnesota counties including:

Hennepin County | Ramsey County | Dakota County | Anoka County | Washington County | St. Louis County | Stearns County | Olmsted County | Faribault County | Martin County | Freeborn 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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Minnesota Trucking Facts

Now is a great time to be a truck driver, especially at Brakebush Transportation. Many team members average far above annual earnings for statewide truck drivers. And with a growing inventory, we're continuing to accept qualified driver applications throughout 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 MN

Reefer driving jobs (starting location) Distance to our closest HQ (Minnesota) Driving distance in hours
Minneapolis 116 miles 1.8 hours
St. Paul 120 miles 1.8 hours
Rochester 82.9 miles 1.3 hours
Bloomington 105 miles 1.6 hours
Duluth 267 miles 3.9 hours
Brooklyn Park 127 miles 1.9 hours
Plymouth 125 miles 1.9 hours
Woodbury 121 miles 1.8 hours
Maple Grove 128 miles 1.9 hours
Blaine 133 miles 2.1 hours
Lakeville 93.8 miles 1.5 hours
St. Cloud 147 miles 2.8 hours
Eagan 106 miles 1.6 hours
Burnsville 101 miles 1.5 hours
Eden Prairie 97.2 miles 1.8 hours
Coon Rapids 132 miles 2.6 hours
Apple Valley 101 miles 1.5 hours
Minnetonka 106 miles 1.9 hours
Edina 112 miles 1.8 hours
St. Louis Park 118 miles 1.9 hours

Reefer Trucking Jobs

Another recent addition to the Brakebush family, the Wells, Minnesota plant is searching for team and solo reefer truck drivers. Featuring jobs with immediate openings, this is an opportunity to work for a private trucking company while driving a fully branded (and comfort-focused) rig. Typical reefer loads to Wells come from our Texas plant out of Irving, located 915 miles south.

Reefer trucking job Minnesota

 

OTR trucking job Minnesota

OTR Trucking Jobs

Our Minnesota over-the-road drivers are a part of the backbone that helps Brakebush succeed nationwide. With our recently increased base driver rate of 60 cents per practical mile and new stop pay schedule rewarding $20 per stop minimum, now has never been a better time to become a long-haul truck driver. Even with over 24 days on the road each month, Brakebush OTR drivers are given the opportunity to spend time at home with family consistently.

Team Driving Jobs

Husband and wife team drivers are welcome at Brakebush Transportation. Maximize your earning potential as a couple with a team base rate of 33 cents per practical mile and an East Coast premium of 5 cents per practical mile. With other bonus-earning opportunities, your chance at a high-paying team driving job while spending quality time together on the road is with Brakebush.

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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 Minnesota Trucking Jobs

 

What is the best paying trucking company?

Brakebush Transportation prides itself on being one of the best-paying trucking companies in the industry. We show our gratitude to our drivers with competitive pay, time at home, and plenty of bonuses.

What is layover pay in trucking?

A layover in trucking is when a driver is delayed by a shipper or receiver for one or more days. Layover pay is the rate paid by the company you drive for. Brakebush offers a $15.00 per hour layover pay with a 24-hour max of $165.

How much do truck drivers make in Minnesota?

As of 2025, truck drivers in Minnesota average $85,684 in annual earnings. Many team members at Brakebush Transportation average $100,000 and beyond in annual earnings.

Who is the best trucking company to drive for?

Brakebush Transportation offers an abundance of benefits that make us a truck-driving company you want to work for. With competitive pay, a full benefits package and bonuses, you won't want to work anywhere else.

What are reefer trucks used for?

Reefer trucks are utilized to carry perishable and temperature-sensitive goods for long distances. At Brakebush, our reefer truck drivers transport frozen chicken products all over the US including Minnesota.

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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