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REEFER TRUCKING Job IN NEW JERSEY Join a Military Supporting Trucking Company

Drive for a trucking company that values your hard work. That’s what reefer trucking jobs at Brakebush Transportation are all about. Every Brakebush truck is equipped for a comfortable and driver-friendly experience. Our drivers receive unmatched benefits including great pay, onsite wellness centers and the guarantee to spend regular time at home.

 

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

Experienced OTR drivers with a valid CDL-A license and clean driving record are encouraged to apply. Our company takes pride in treating customers, suppliers and employees with the utmost respect.

New Jersey Reefer Truck Driving 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 Truck Driving Company

Brakebush Transportation has been a family-owned and operated business since 1925. With 4 locations spread across the nation, there's a Brakebush hub close to you. Because we’re a family-first company, we have no obligations to shareholders - passing the benefits onto you. Apply online or contact us 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 New Jersey counties including:

Bergen County | Middlesex County | Essex County | Hudson County | Monmouth County | Ocean County | Union County | Camden 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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New Jersey 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 NJ

Reefer driving jobs (starting location) Distance to our closest HQ (North Carolina) Driving distance in hours
Newark 563 miles 9.6 hours
Jersey City 569 miles 9.7 hours
Paterson 606 miles 9.4 hours
Elizabeth 559 miles 9.6 hours
Lakewood 545 miles 9.4 hours
Edison 544 miles 9.4 hours
Woodbridge 550 miles 9.4 hours
Toms River 537 miles 9.6 hours
Hamilton township 538 miles 8.9 hours
Clifton 605 miles 9.4 hours
Trenton 530 miles 8.8 hours
Brick 556 miles 9.5 hours
Camden 501 miles 8.1 hours
Cherry Hill 505 miles 8.4 hours
Passaic 575 miles 9.8 miles
Union City 586 miles 9.7 hours
Old Bridge 544 miles 9.4 hours
Franklin township 549 miles 9.4 hours
Middletown 564 miles 9.7 hours
Bayonne 566 miles 9.7 hours

New Jersey over the road jobs from Brakebush Transportation

OTR Jobs for New Jersey Truck Drivers

Enhance your over-the-road driving career out of New Jersey with Brakebush. While it's common for drivers to travel 24 and 27 days each month, our drivers still receive regular time at home. Take advantage of our driver incentives like East Coast premiums (10 cents for every practical mile) and quarterly safety bonuses (1 cent for every practical mile) to increase your earnings.

 

Solo Trucking Positions In New Jersey

Find the best solo trucking positions at Brakebush Transportation in New Jersey. Our drivers earn an excellent wage, receive full benefits and have regular home time. If you are looking to improve your career or simply need a change of pace, consider applying for our open positions today!

Team Driving Jobs

Brakebush offers team driving jobs. Our team driving programs make it worthwhile to share the road, whether you're a husband and wife truck driving team looking to improve your income or an individual looking for a co-driver. View our pay schedule, which includes a base rate of 33 cents per practical mile and an 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 New Jersey Trucking Jobs

 

How much does a truck driver make in NJ?

Truck drivers in New Jersey make on average $104,079 per year, according to Indeed.

How long is a CDL valid in New Jersey?

A CDL in New Jersey is valid 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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