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US Foods
What to Expect
This is a full_time Local refrigerated (reefer) position with US Foods in Perth Amboy, New Jersey. The position pays $83,200+/yr.
Job Description
Requirements
- 3_plus of driving experience
- Clean MVR (Motor Vehicle Record)
- At least 21 years old (interstate)
- Valid DOT physical card
About Local Trucking
Local trucking jobs operate within a 100-to-200-mile radius, allowing drivers to be home every night. These positions often involve multiple stops per day, including deliveries to stores, warehouses, or construction sites. Local driving is an excellent fit for those who value work-life balance, and demand for local CDL drivers continues to grow as e-commerce expands.
Learn more about local trucking →A Day in the Life
A typical day as a local reefer driver starts at a refrigerated warehouse where you check your trailer temperature and pick up the day's delivery manifest. You make multiple stops at grocery stores, restaurants, and food service distributors across the metro area, ensuring each delivery stays within the required temperature range. By the end of the day you return to the terminal and head home.
Pros & Cons of Local Driving
Pros
- + Home every night with weekends typically off
- + No need to live in a sleeper cab
- + Consistent daily routine and work-life balance
- + Health benefits from regular meals and sleep schedule
- + Growing demand from e-commerce and last-mile delivery
Cons
- − Lower per-mile pay compared to OTR and regional
- − More physical work with frequent loading and unloading
- − Heavy city traffic and tight dock maneuvering
- − Early morning start times (often 3 AM to 5 AM)
- − Higher number of stops per day means more paperwork
About Refrigerated (Reefer) Trucks
Reefer trailers are temperature-controlled units used to transport perishable goods including produce, dairy, meat, and pharmaceuticals. Drivers must monitor and maintain precise temperatures throughout the trip, adding an extra layer of responsibility. Reefer loads tend to pay more than dry van freight and are available year-round thanks to the constant demand for fresh food.
Browse all refrigerated (reefer) jobs →Career Path
CDL Training & Helper Routes
Get your CDL and start on local helper routes or ride-along positions to learn city driving.
Read guide →Solo Local Driver
Run your own local route with regular stops, building relationships with customers and dispatchers.
Read guide →Senior Driver or Spotter
Take on premium routes, yard jockey roles, or become a lead driver for your terminal.
Read guide →Dispatcher or Terminal Manager
Transition into dispatch, safety management, or terminal operations using your driving expertise.
Read guide →Trucking in New Jersey
Port Newark-Elizabeth and proximity to New York City create massive demand for local and drayage drivers.
Average driver salary in New Jersey: $55,000 - $80,000/yr
Browse all New Jersey trucking jobs →Frequently Asked Questions
How much does this local job pay?
This position pays $83,200+/yr. Actual pay may vary based on experience, endorsements, and miles driven.
What is the trucking job market like in New Jersey?
Port Newark-Elizabeth and proximity to New York City create massive demand for local and drayage drivers. The average truck driver salary in New Jersey ranges from $55,000 - $80,000 per year.
Last updated: March 9, 2026
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