Refrigerated (Reefer) Driver Jobs in Alaska
Browse reefer trucking positions across Alaska with top carriers hiring now.
Average Pay
$62,000 - $95,000
Demand Level
High
Top Carriers
5+ Hiring
Key Cities
5+ Markets
Reefer Trucking in Alaska
Alaska is the epicenter of reefer freight in America, with California's Central Valley, Washington's apple orchards, and the region's produce industry generating massive seasonal and year-round volumes. Reefer driver demand in Alaska is high, with seasonal bonuses and consistent year-round frozen and dairy freight complementing produce season surges.
Top Companies Hiring Reefer Drivers in AK
KLLM Transport
Knight-Swift Transportation
Marten Transport
Prime Inc.
Driving jobs we are recruiting for in Alaska
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OTR Dry Van Driver
$64,000 - $90,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Reefer Driver
$69,500 - $98,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Flatbed Driver
$71,500 - $101,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Step Deck Driver
$73,000 - $103,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver
$73,500 - $104,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Hazmat Driver
$75,500 - $106,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Car Hauler Driver
$77,000 - $108,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Oversized Driver
$80,500 - $114,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Regional Intermodal Driver
$65,000 - $92,000/year · Home weekly
Local Box Truck Driver
$53,500 - $76,000/year · Home daily
Regional Dump Truck Driver
$61,000 - $86,000/year · Home most nights
Local Cement Mixer Driver
$61,500 - $87,000/year · Home daily
OTR Hotshot Driver
$66,500 - $94,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
Regional Less Than Truckload Driver
$68,000 - $96,000/year · Home weekly
OTR Power Only Driver
$64,000 - $90,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Local Straight Truck Driver
$52,500 - $74,000/year · Home daily
Top Cities for Reefer Jobs in Alaska
Anchorage
Alaska
Fairbanks
Alaska
Juneau
Alaska
Wasilla
Alaska
Kenai
Alaska
Key Freight Routes in Alaska
Dalton Highway (Haul Road to Prudhoe Bay)
Alaska Highway (AK-2)
Parks Highway (AK-3 Anchorage to Fairbanks)
Requirements for Reefer Driving in AK
- Valid CDL-A license
- 6+ months CDL-A experience (some carriers train new drivers)
- Understanding of reefer unit operation and temperature monitoring
- Knowledge of food safety regulations (FSMA)
- Clean MVR and DOT physical card
- Willingness to work seasonal peak freight periods
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Reefer Trucking Jobs in Alaska — FAQs
How much do reefer truck drivers make in Alaska?
Reefer truck drivers in Alaska earn $62,000 - $95,000 annually, depending on experience, endorsements, and carrier. Pay rates in Alaska run above the national average due to higher cost of living and dense freight markets. Sign-on bonuses are widely advertised in this market, but the amount, the qualifying period and the clawback terms differ by carrier — read the offer letter rather than the recruiting ad, and ask when the money actually lands.
When is the busiest season for reefer drivers in Alaska?
Alaska's produce season peaks from May through October, with grapes, citrus, and vegetables generating surge freight volumes. Winter months bring steady frozen food and dairy loads.
Are trucking companies in Alaska hiring reefer drivers in 2026?
Yes — reefer driver demand in Alaska is high heading into 2026. Carriers operating in Alaska are actively recruiting reefer drivers with competitive pay packages and benefits to fill open positions. Check individual carrier listings for current openings and application requirements in AK.