J&R Schugel is now hiring

CDL-A Refrigerated Truck Drivers

Earn $78,000 - $90,000/Year**

$500 Onboarding Bonus*

Comprehensive Benefits Package

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Earn $78,000 - $90,000 per Year** - $500 Onboarding Bonus* - Full Benefits


CDL-A Refrigerated Truck Driver Pay & Miles:

  • Earn $0.625 - $0.71 CPM*
  • Earn $78,000 - $90,000 per year**
  • Veterans earn an additional $0.01 CPM
  • CDL-A drivers average 2,200 - 2,500+ miles per week
  • $500 onboarding bonus* + $1,000 vacation pay
  • Bi-annual compensation reviews + unlimited referral incentives - $2,000 per driver
  • Detention, layover & stop pay


*Includes monthly performance sign-on pay during your first 6 months: $0.025 CPM (under 3 yrs exp.) or $0.05 CPM (3+ yrs exp.), based on miles & safe driving. Must be employed and in working status at payout. Bonuses are taxed as regular earnings.

**Estimated annual earnings based on an average of 2,500 miles per week, including performance incentives.


CDL-A Refrigerated Truck Driver Requirements:

  • Valid CDL-A, 21+
  • At least 1 year of experience preferred; 6 months minimum required
  • Refrigerated experience
  • Safe driving record


J&R Schugel Continues to Invest in Its Drivers in 2025! Apply Now & Call (855) 272-4972!


What to Expect:

J&R Schugel continues reinvesting directly in our drivers, bringing new 2026 Kenworth T680 Next Gen trucks into the fleet to support a safer, more comfortable experience.


Drive top-notch 2016 & newer refrigerated trailers, hauling dairy, frozen goods, and other temperature-controlled products across the lower 48. With our Reefer Pay Package, you’ll earn more on your base pay while moving premium freight with steady miles. We offer multiple home-time options based on your location and keep you rolling in comfort with late-model equipment. If you’re a pro CDL-A driver ready to run refrigerated freight and cash in, we’re ready for you.


CDL-A Refrigerated Truck Driver Benefits:

  • 2022 - 2026 Kenworth trucks with APU, Inverter & Auto Transmission***
  • 100% no-touch freight, no forced NYC dispatch
  • Pet & rider program
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, 401(k). For a full listing of our benefits package(s) please visit www.jrschugelbenefits.com.
  • ESOP - Employee Stock Ownership Program (become part-owner)


***2026 trucks are not guaranteed for all drivers


Get Started:

  • STEP ONE: Submit the form to request info
  • STEP TWO: Finish our employment app (provided after form submission)
  • STEP THREE: J&R Schugel will review and give you a call


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