About our OTR Trucking Company
Brakebush is a family-owned trucking company that transports frozen chicken products to customers nationwide. We pride ourselves in providing modern, well-maintained rigs with impeccable logistic support. Since there are no obligations to shareholders, we pass the added benefits onto our drivers. Pay structures and benefits can be seen below. Contact us or Apply now.
Brakebush is hiring in all Florida counties including:
Miami-Dade County | Broward County | Palm Beach County | Hillsborough County | Orange County | Pinellas County | Duval County | Lee County
Pay Rate:
- Base Rate: $.60 per Practical Mile
- Team Base Rate: $.33 per Practical Mile
- Plus Performance Incentive: $.05 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
+ To qualify with Brakebush Transportation, you must meet the following criteria:
- Must have 2 years verifiable OTR Experience
- Must be 23 years of age or older
- Must meet all DOT requirements and qualifications
+ Bonuses:
- $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.
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Benefits:
Brakebush received National Health Care Award for 2019 by the National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions
Health Insurance Health Saving plan & FLEX plan available
Life Insurance Basic term - company will provide coverage of $25,000 with option to purchase more
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
DOT Physical Reimbursement
Wellness Center for employees and family on medical plan
Paid Benefit Time (Vacation/Sick Days) 0 - 2 years: 13 days/yr
2 - 10 years: 18 days/yr
10 - 18 years: 23 days/yr
18+ years: 28 days/yr
401k - Company match
Holiday Pay Ten paid holidays per calendar year
Optional add-ons: Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Short Term Disability & Illness Plan
Long Term Disability & Illness Plan
Florida Trucking Facts
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 statewide truck drivers. And with a growing inventory, we're continuing to hire more qualified drivers from across the state.
- $152,737 average Florida truck driver salary (2024)
- +19% projected job growth of Florida heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers (2020-2030)
- 101,920 estimated heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers (2023)
Note: Metrics from Indeed and O*NET OnLine update frequently.
Driving Distance to our Nearest HQ for Reefer Trucking Careers in FL
| Reefer driving jobs (starting location) | Distance to our closest HQ (North Carolina) | Driving distance in hours |
| Jacksonville | 444 miles | 6.5 hours |
| Miami | 797 miles | 11.6 hours |
| Tampa | 636 miles | 9.5 hours |
| Orlando | 585 miles | 8.5 hours |
| St. Petersburg | 663 miles | 9.9 hours |
| Hialeah | 795 miles | 11.6 hours |
| Tallahassee | 508 miles | 8.6 hours |
| Port St. Lucie | 675 miles | 9.5 hours |
| Cape Coral | 761 miles | 11.5 hours |
| Fort Lauderdale | 767 miles | 11 hours |
| Pembroke Pines | 774 miles | 11.5 hours |
| Hollywood | 774 miles | 11.1 hours |
| Miramar | 777 miles | 11.5 hours |
| Coral Springs | 759 miles | 11 hours |
| Gainesville | 513 miles | 7.5 hours |
| Lehigh Acres | 740 miles | 11.5 hours |
| Brandon | 639 miles | 9.5 hours |
| Clearwater | 661 miles | 10 hours |
| Palm Bay | 620 miles | 8.9 hours |
| Miami Gardens | 774 miles | 11.5 hours |
Florida OTR Trucking Jobs
Brakebush offers rewarding OTR jobs outside of Florida. While you may be traveling 24–27 days a month, Brakebush drivers get regular vacation time. Increase your earnings even more by taking advantage of additional driver incentives like East Coast premiums (10 cents per practical mile) and quarterly safety bonuses.
Solo Trucking Jobs Worth the Journey
Brakebush Transportation has available solo trucking jobs in Florida. If you are looking for the independence of a flexible schedule, regular time at home and great pay, look no further! At Brakebush we offer great benefits and pay on top of an honest work culture. Work where you are respected, apply today.
CDL Jobs for Motivated Drivers
Brakebush Transportation offers high-paying CDL jobs for motivated Florida truck drivers. Join our team for competitive pay, modern trucking equipment and a family-first work environment. With our strong culture and driver testimonials, it's never been a better time to start a rewarding career with us.
Florida Team Driving Jobs
Brakebush also has a full team driver program. Our team driving jobs offer rewarding opportunities for husband and wife teams as well as driver teams to increase their income. See our pay structure for team drivers, which includes a base rate of 33 cents per practical mile plus a 5 cents per mile East Coast premium.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions on Truck Driving Jobs in Florida
How much does a trucker make in Florida?
Truck drivers in Florida make on average $152,737 per year, according to Indeed.
How long is a CDL valid in Florida?
A CDL is valid for 8 years in Florida.
Have a Hiring Question? See 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 hire in 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?
We will soon have our figures for 2023 earnings to share. Our 2022 average was about $97,000 with several drivers earning 6 figures.
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.