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OTR Reefer Trucking Job Available in Ohio Join a Military Supporting Trucking Company

Drive for a trucking company that truly values drivers - Brakebush Transportation. We’re offering OTR reefer trucking jobs to drivers out of Ohio for routes nationwide. Enjoy great pay, full driver benefits, bonus earning opportunities and trucks with driver-friendly features that make life on the road more efficient and comfortable.

 

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

Experienced OTR drivers carrying a valid CDL-A license are encouraged to apply. We only ask you to treat employees, suppliers and other motorists on the road with respect.

Ohio Reefer Trucking Jobs

What Can Ohio Truck 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 is an industry-leading refrigerated trucking company with a history dating back to 1925. We're a privately owned company with no obligations to shareholders, passing the added benefits onto our drivers. See more reasons why Brakebush might be a great fit for you along with our full pay structures and benefits below. Apply now or contact us with questions, we'd love to hear from you.

 

How Brakebush Works for Ohio CDL Drivers

Ohio drivers do not need to move to build an OTR reefer driving career with Brakebush. We hire qualified CDL drivers living in Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, Toledo, Dayton and surrounding areas, with dispatch options connected to Midwest, East Coast and Southern freight movement. Brakebush handles truck service through dedicated maintenance shops in Wisconsin and North Carolina. Home time is coordinated based on lane timing, driver location and OTR scheduling.

 

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 in all Ohio counties including:

Franklin County | Cuyahoga County | Hamilton County | Summit County | Montgomery County | Lucas County | Butler County | Stark 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 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 Ohio 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 accept qualified driver applications from across the state.

BRAKEBUSH TRANSPORTATION vs OHIO AVERAGES
 

OhioAvg. Truck Driver*

BrakebushOTR Reefer Driver

Annual Earnings

Statewide average:$85,222

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 Ohio truck driver salary data (2026). External labor and compensation metrics update periodically. Individual results may vary.

Hiring CDL-A Drivers Across Ohio

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

Distance to Closest Brakebush Terminal from Major Ohio Markets

  • Columbus
    390 miles
    6.3 hours
  • Cleveland
    478 miles
    7.4 hours
  • Cincinnati
    426 miles
    7 hours
  • Toledo
    528 miles
    8.7 hours
  • Akron
    443 miles
    6.8 hours
  • Dayton
    420 miles
    6.6 hours
  • Parma
    473 miles
    7.3 hours
  • Canton
    419 miles
    6.4 hours

More Ohio Communities We Hire From

  • Youngstown
  • Lorain
  • Hamilton
  • Springfield
  • Kettering
  • Elyria
  • Lakewood
  • Newark
  • Cuyahoga Falls
  • Middletown
  • Euclid
  • Mentor
  • And more…

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

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Ohio over the road jobs from Brakebush Transportation

Ohio OTR Trucking Jobs

Brakebush Transportation can help you further your over-the-road driving career out of Ohio. While our OTR drivers are typically on the road for 24-27 days per month, we work with them to ensure they have regular time off at home. Boost your earnings by taking advantage of incentives like East Coast premiums (10 cents per practical mile) and quarterly safety bonuses (1 cent per practical mile).

 

Solo Trucking Jobs for Ohio Drivers

Brakebush Transportation has open positions for solo truck drivers in Ohio. Brakebush offers great pay, full benefits, and bonuses. Gain the independence of driving solo routes with added benefits like a flexible schedule. Apply today to get started!

Offering Team Driving Jobs

Brakebush offers fulfilling team-driving jobs for established teams and drivers looking for a work partner. Whether you're a husband and wife team or someone looking for a co-driver on the job, our Ohio team CDL jobs could be perfect. View our pay schedule for team drivers, which includes a base rate of 33 cents per practical mile and an East Coast premium of 5 cents per mile.

Ohio 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 Ohio

 

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

Ohio drivers need a valid CDL-A license to be considered for Brakebush Transportation driving jobs. Drivers must also satisfy federal motor carrier rules, Ohio CDL requirements and company hiring standards.

Are Brakebush Ohio trucking jobs OTR or local routes?

Brakebush Ohio trucking jobs are OTR refrigerated freight routes rather than local trucking positions. Ohio drivers haul reefer freight across interstate lanes serving Midwest, Eastern and Southern markets.

How much do truck drivers make in Ohio?

Truck drivers in Ohio make an average of $85,222 per year. Pay depends on experience, route type, employer, endorsements and mileage. 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 Ohio CDL-A trucking jobs?

Brakebush CDL-A trucking jobs in Ohio require 2 years of verifiable OTR experience. Applicants need a safe driving background, dependable work history and the ability to pass DOT and company qualification reviews.

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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