About our CDL Trucking Company
Brakebush Transportation is the transport and logistics division of Brakebush, a nationally recognized leader in refrigerated trucking and frozen chicken products throughout the US. As a family-owned and operated business, we’re committed to more than just moving freight. We’ve built a “hire-to-retire” culture with driver retention above 90%. Drivers also benefit from access to wellness programs, referral bonuses and modern equipment to make long-term careers possible. If you're ready, apply online or contact us with any questions you may have.
Brakebush is accepting applications in all North Carolina counties, including:
Mecklenburg County | Wake County | Guilford County | Forsyth County | Cumberland County | Durham County | Buncombe County | Union County | Davie County | Davidson County | Rowan County | Iredell County | Yadkin County
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 miles safely, drivers can receive an additional $.001 per mile for all safe driving miles driven in their career at the company.
- Referral Bonus: Earn $0.01 per mile for every mile driven by a referred driver, plus $500 after 6 months and another $500 after 12 months if the driver remains incident-free.
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Benefits:
Brakebush received National Health Care Award for 2019 by the National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions
Health Insurance Health Saving plan & FLEX plan available
Life Insurance Basic term - company will provide coverage of $25,000 with option to purchase more
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
DOT Physical Reimbursement
Wellness Center for employees and family on medical plan
Paid Benefit Time (Vacation/Sick Days) 0 - 2 years: 13 days/yr
2 - 10 years: 18 days/yr
10 - 18 years: 23 days/yr
18+ years: 28 days/yr
401k - Company match
Holiday Pay Ten paid holidays per calendar year
Optional add-ons: Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Short Term Disability & Illness Plan
Long Term Disability & Illness Plan
North Carolina Trucking Facts
Now is a great time to be a truck driver, especially at Brakebush Transportation. Many of our team members average far above statewide earnings for truck drivers.
- $87,960 average North Carolina truck driver salary (2025)
- +13% projected job growth of North Carolina heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers (2020-2030)
- 65,330 estimated heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers (2023)
Note: Metrics from Indeed and O*NET OnLine update frequently.
Brakebush Transportation vs Competitors
Brakebush stands out with performance metrics matched by few other fleets:
- 98% on-time delivery rate
- 0.33 DOT accident rate per million miles
- Nearly 100 professional drivers, supported by over 100 fleet trucks
Our growing inventory lets us accept qualified driver applications throughout North Carolina.
Driving Distance to our Nearest HQ for Reefer Trucking Careers in NC
| Reefer driving jobs (starting location) | Distance to our closest HQ (North Carolina) | Driving distance in hours |
| Charlotte | 62.3 miles | 1 hour |
| Raleigh | 129 miles | 2 hours |
| Greensboro | 54.1 miles | 0.57 hours |
| Durham | 106 miles | 1.6 hours |
| Winston-Salem | 26.4 miles | 0.32 hours |
| Fayetteville | 145 miles | 2.4 hours |
| Cary | 123 miles | 1.9 hours |
| Wilmington | 235 miles | 3.7 hours |
| High Point | 38.2 miles | 0.44 hours |
| Concord | 38.5 miles | 0.50 hours |
| Greenville | 211 miles | 3 hours |
| Asheville | 124 miles | 2 hours |
| Gastonia | 77.6 miles | 1 hour |
| Jacksonville | 248 miles | 3.9 hours |
| Apex | 119 miles | 1.9 hours |
| Chapel Hill | 102 miles | 1.6 hours |
| Huntersville | 49.5 miles | 0.53 hours |
| Burlington | 74.1 miles | 1 hour |
| Rocky Mount | 186 miles | 2.9 hours |
| Kannapolis | 33.8 miles | 0.47 hours |
Reefer Trucking Jobs
Brakebush Transportation of Mocksville is on the prowl for experienced reefer truck drivers to fill immediate job openings. As the newest location in the business, the Mocksville, North Carolina plant is 1 of 3 responsible for cooking and parfrying Brakebush chicken. Both our team and solo reefer drivers enjoy a strong pay structure, including an East Coast premium of 10 cents per practical mile, with the added security of modern equipment maintained through regular refreshes and compliance training.
OTR Trucking Jobs
While our North Carolina over-the-road drivers may sometimes be asked to make trips totaling 23-26 days on the road in a given month, the job comes with its benefits. One of our recent additions includes a newly formatted driver-stop pay schedule. You will receive competitive compensation for each stop made before the final destination. Long haul drivers at our company see the most benefit from a recently increased driver base rate of 60 cents per practical mile.
Long-haul drivers at Brakebush benefit from a base rate of 60 cents per mile and generous incentives, as well as the reassurance of driving for a FleetOwner award-winning fleet backed by 100 years of success.
Team Driving Jobs
Husband and wife team drivers are encouraged to apply at Brakebush. If you’re looking for a high-paying truck driving job to maximize your time together while on the road, apply now. We reward driving teams with a raised team base rate of 33 cents per practical mile and an East Coast premium of 5 cents per practical mile. Combined with our referral bonus opportunities and supportive company culture, team drivers in North Carolina enjoy one of the strongest packages in the region.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions on North Carolina Trucking Jobs
What is an OTR driver?
OTR drivers do long-haul trucking runs carrying heavy, sensitive materials and are paid on a per-mile basis. At Brakebush, our OTR drivers are respected and generously compensated for their work.
How much do truck drivers make in NC?
As of 2025, truck drivers in North Carolina average $87,960 in earnings annually. Many team members at Brakebush Transportation average $100,000 and beyond in annual earnings.
What are the benefits of OTR trucking?
OTR trucking positions are always in demand, so you'll have job security in a well-paid position. At Brakebush, we offer full benefits packages, great pay and bonuses for hard-working drivers. Our modern equipment also makes long-haul trips that much more comfortable.
What are the requirements for long-haul trucking?
Most trucking companies require drivers to be CDL certified, over 21 and have a high school diploma. At Brakebush, we strongly encourage experienced CDL-A drivers with excellent driving records to apply.
What do reefer trucks carry?
Reefer trucks are essential for transporting large amounts of perishable products across the country. Brakebush Transportation drivers transport quality chicken products all over North Carolina and beyond.
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.