High Paying Trucking OTR Reefer Job in North Carolina Join a Military Supporting Trucking Company

Brakebush has been a family-owned company producing and transporting quality poultry products since 1925. Now celebrating 100 years in business and recognized as FleetOwner’s 2025 Midsize Private Fleet of the Year, we continue to set the standard for safety and driver satisfaction. While your mileage may vary, many of our OTR reefer drivers average $100,000 in annual earnings, on top of full benefits and a generous bonus structure. Need more proof? See driver testimonials to learn why we're one of the best trucking companies to work for across America.

Searching for experienced truck drivers to fill urgent positions. If you're a CDL-A licensed driver with an excellent driving record, apply to join us in Mocksville, North Carolina.

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What Can North Carolina Truckers 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 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:

Brakebush Transportation Terminal Serving Georgia Drivers

Brakebush Transportation drivers based in Georgia operate through our Hartwell location at 355 Industrial Park Rd, Hartwell, GA 30643. Located in northeast Georgia, our Hartwell terminal gives drivers a connection point near regional markets like Athens, Gainesville, Anderson, Greenville and the I-85 corridor. Drivers may pass through nearby markets while traveling to or from the terminal for dispatch, equipment service, scheduling or home time planning.

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.

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 North Carolina Trucking Averages

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.

BRAKEBUSH TRANSPORTATION vs NORTH CAROLINA AVERAGES
	North CarolinaAvg. Truck Driver*	BrakebushOTR Reefer Driver
Annual Earnings	Statewide average:$81,358	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 North Carolina truck driver salary data (2026). External labor and compensation metrics update periodically. Individual results may vary.

Hiring CDL-A Drivers Across North Carolina

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

Distance to Closest Brakebush Terminal from Major North Carolina Markets

Charlotte
62 miles
1 hours
Raleigh
129 miles
2 hours
Greensboro
54 miles
0.6 hours
Durham
106 miles
1.6 hours
Winston-Salem
26 miles
0.3 hours
Fayetteville
145 miles
2.4 hours
Cary
123 miles
1.9 hours
Wilmington
235 miles
3.7 hours

More North Carolina Communities We Hire From

High Point
Concord
Greenville
Asheville
Gastonia
Jacksonville
Apex
Chapel Hill
Huntersville
Burlington
Rocky Mount
Kannapolis
And more…

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

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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.

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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 high-paying North Carolina team CDL jobs to maximize your time together while on the road, apply now. We reward established driving teams and solo drivers looking for a trucking partner 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.

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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 Truck Driving Jobs in North Carolina

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

North Carolina drivers must have a valid CDL-A license to be hired by Brakebush Transportation. Applicants also need to meet federal CDL rules, North Carolina licensing requirements and Brakebush qualification standards.

Are Brakebush North Carolina trucking jobs OTR or local routes?

Brakebush North Carolina trucking jobs are OTR refrigerated freight positions rather than local routes. North Carolina drivers haul temperature-controlled freight across East Coast, Southern and interstate lanes.

How much do truck drivers make in North Carolina?

Truck drivers in North Carolina make an average of $81,358 per year. Earnings depend on route type, employer, experience, 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 driver teams and husband-and-wife teams.

What experience is required for Brakebush North Carolina CDL-A trucking jobs?

Brakebush CDL-A trucking jobs in North Carolina require 2 years of verifiable OTR experience. Drivers must have a strong safety record, dependable work history and the ability to meet DOT and Brakebush hiring criteria.

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