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Reefer trucking job in Nebraska Join a Military Supporting Trucking Company

Drive for a family-owned company with a history of quality service since 1925. Brakebush Transportation is offering reefer trucking jobs for Nebraska drivers. You’ll enjoy unmatched perks including comprehensive driver benefits packages, great pay and bonus-earning opportunities that can level up your income for going the extra mile.

Curious how much you could make? While your mileage may vary, many of our OTR drivers average north of $100,000 annually.

Experienced CDL-A licensed drivers with excellent driving records are encouraged to apply. We only ask you to treat our customers, products and other drivers on the road respectfully.

Nebraska OTR Reefer Trucking Jobs
  • 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 delivers frozen chicken products across the United States. We offer great benefits, above-average pay & the best logistical support to our drivers. And we have no obligations to shareholders. If you’re looking for a company that values your skillset and will reward you for such, consider driving for Brakebush. Apply online or contact us for more information.

 

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

Douglas County | Lancaster County | Sarpy County | Hall County | Buffalo County | Dodge County | Scotts Bluff County | Lincoln 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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Nebraska 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 qualified driver applications from 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 NE

Reefer driving jobs (starting location) Distance to our closest HQ (Minnesota) Driving distance in hours
Omaha 294 miles 4.5 hours
Lincoln 350 miles 5.3 hours
Bellevue 313 miles 4.6 hours
Grand Island 384 miles 6.2 hours
Kearney 476 miles 7 hours
Fremont 277 miles 4.4 hours
Hastings 451 miles 6.7 hours
Norfolk 277 miles 4.4 hours
North Platte 504 miles 8.1 hours
Columbus 318 miles 5.1 hours
Papillion 316 miles 4.7 hours
La Vista 314 miles 4.7 hours
Scottsbluff 638 miles 9.5 hours
South Sioux City 206 miles 3.2 hours
Beatrice 390 miles 5.9 hours
Chalco 309 miles 4.7 hours
Lexington 512 miles 7.8 hours
Gering 638 miles 9.5 hours
Alliance 584 miles 8.6 hours
York 398 miles 5.9 hours

Nebraska over the road jobs from Brakebush Transportation

Nebraska OTR Trucking Jobs

Elevate your over-the-road driving career with Brakebush Transportation. While you may travel up to 24–27 days a month, we work with our drivers to ensure they have regular time off at home. With added incentives like East Coast premiums (10 cents per practical mile) and quarterly safety bonuses (1 cents per practical mile), your earning potential with us is as high as you want.

 

Solo Truck Driving Jobs in Nebraska

Brakebush Transportation is looking for solo truck drivers in Nebraska. We offer great pay, full benefits and an incentive structure that rewards drivers. Elevate your career and apply today!

Available Team Driving Jobs

Brakebush also offers rewarding team driving jobs. Whether you're a husband and wife team or someone looking for a co-driver to help share the road, our team driving program is a great option. See our pay breakdown for Nebraska team drivers including a 33 cents per practical mile base rate and 5 cents per mile East Coast premium.

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 Nebraska

 

How much does a CDL driver earn in Nebraska?

CDL drivers in Nebraska earn on average $121,784 per year, according to Indeed.

How long does a CDL last in Nebraska?

A CDL in Nebraska lasts for 5 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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