Mountain River Trucking is a locally owned, North Carolina-based trucking company specializing in Full Truck Load refrigerated freight. As one of the Eastern United States’ largest refrigerated trucking companies, we haul primarily from North Carolina to the West Coast and backhaul from the West Coast to the East Coast.
OTR training for the first ninety (90) days with a certified trainer
W2
You will be Paid weekly
We haul primarily from North Carolina to the West Coast and backhaul from the West Coast to the East Coast.
100% No Touch Freight
We are Pet Friendly
Home daily
Five days out/two days home schedule (Home Every Week)
No, We also have positions in:
We have 105 Power units
Thermo King Reefer Units
Mountain River Trucking is a locally owned, North Carolina-based trucking company specializing in Full Truck Load refrigerated freight. As one of the Eastern United States’ largest refrigerated trucking companies, we haul primarily from North Carolina to the West Coast and backhaul from the West Coast to the East Coast. Mountain River brings together industry-leading experience, state-of-the-art equipment and technology, and great people with a vision to be the best and to serve the transportation needs of our clients. Mountain River utilizes top-of-the-line trailers equipped with temperature-controlled reefer units to keep freight at a constant temperature. We operate with Kenworth T680s. We offer each customer on-time service with competitively priced delivery.
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The office staff and dispatchers were all really professional and organized
I love driving for MRT
If you're gonna drive for them, be prepared to spend a lot of time on the road
The equipment's good, pay's decent, but the home time's a joke
've been driving for MRT for a while now, and it's not all bad.
The company might be good, i just had this truck 107 wouldn’t let me pass him blocking passing lane, than I tried to go on right lane he came back about to hit me I had to drive on shoulder… miles ahead same truck blocked me again Sunday morning 2:30 am on 81 north in Virginia
Hello one of your guys on i84 in Idaho. Is going in and out of traffic cutting off vehicles. There are ways to pass other truckers without putting people in danger. Now I didn't see a number to call so I'm putting it on here. Please talk to your driver's before they cause an accident.
I just started driving for these guys and I must say they’re alright with me they’re very organized willing to help gets straight to the point and put you to work asap like it supposed to be the equipment is A1 nicely spec’d trucks and trailers loads are pre planned etc etc it seems they have it together here and I hope I’m here for the long run!!!
We were actually doing work for this company. The people that work at MRT were totally awesome and were very hard working and care about their business and employees. I would absolutely use this company.
Great company to work for, just hate when you get stuck in California because the shippers out there cater to others more than you
As an OTR team driver for MRT, this is what I have experienced. I work with the company on a weekly basis. A typical day at work while traveling to the west coast is okay. Concerning the backhaul. Dealing with 2-5 pick-ups is the start of your stressful day. Furthermore, the pick ups are spaced out by 2-4 hours. Arriving before the shipper closes means you'll have to wait for a long time between pickups. Management recognizes that you have multiple pick-ups in California. The driver will speed through California to reach the pick-up location to avoid waiting 8-9 hours for shippers to open the next morning. Management will not reimburse you for detention/layover pay if you don't check in before shippers close. Drivers are required to wait 4-6 hours for loading before any detention pay kicks in, even if they check in. Waiting for the pick up is the most challenging part of the job. Understand that people will say this is trucking. We are compensated for our mileage, not our sitting. Considering that there are 2-4 pick-ups. It's not uncommon for each pickup to take 4-6 hours to load you. If you arrive late for your next pickup. Your home time will be delayed as Shippers require you to reschedule your appointment! There are drivers who will praise their pay and equipment as good! You, the driver, are the source of it all! We are the ones who are struggling with being away from our loved ones, waiting at the shipper, and going to multiple pick-up locations! Some drivers live close by the terminal, of course, 34 hours reset still is considered a good home time. Drivers who live hours away from the terminal that 34 resets feel like sleeping at home and coming back out again!
My advice would be, unless it’s the last resort steer clear of this company. It was Great 14 years ago in my husband first started working for the company. But when certain people left, and Pete stepped away from the company, it took a nose Dive. They used to care about their drivers, now they talk about them behind their back. The dispatchers are rude and sit there and make fun of the drivers after being nice to their face. There’s a young kid barely out of high school running the company That’s probably never been in a truck. One thing I think a lot of drivers will agree with is that if you’re gonna run a company you need to at least have some experience behind the wheel for at least a couple years to see what it’s like. They have on there, Facebook page and their website that they care about their drivers and their families. This is very much not true. Especially if you have a Family All I can say is save yourself now and run away. Bottomly enterprises is one of the best trucking companies around now And they do care about you and your family if you want to work for a real trucking company go work for them.
Disgustinggggg company. They have a driver in particular, who was texting me out of no where threatening my life. I let the company know that they have someone who confessed to be a convicted murderer to me and then threaten me, and then said employee texted me letting me know that her boss thought what I had to say was apparently funny and then continued to text and harass me. I wouldn’t trust this “family owned company” with a damn thing. Bunch of criminals apparently 🤷🏼♀️ at least I know where NOT to give my business
Pros: Equipments Cons: Home time Detention and layover pay Too many pick ups in CA and AZ Each pickup requires a long wait
Love these guys. Treat u right here
Worked here for about a year and half after getting my CDL in 2020. The office staff (Nick and Christina) are really nice and professional. Dispatch (Dale and Richard) are great guys who are really great at what they do. They never HOVER! They give you your assignment and let you do your job.
Just Came from a driving school to work with this company. all people especially dispatch and safety director are very professional. I wanted to say thank you so much for giving me the opportunity to work The only reason I decide to leave today is I can’t find the right partner(because I am weird person) I will be back when I find a right partner one day.
We came to this company two years ago because we noticed how well they took care of the trucks and trailers. We figured if they took care of their equipment, it would be a good place to work. Well, I can honestly say, we’re not disappointed! The pay is competitive, the trucks and trailers are top notch, dispatch is polite, and maintenance is done after every trip.
Fantastic work environment and great pay. Benefits are good for the area/job and runs are consistent. Trucks run well and the staff is kind.
Love the company so much I'm one of the happiest and proudest employees. Anyone looking for a great atmosphere and well maintained equipment. Not to mention decent paycheck awesome hometime and the overall family atmosphere, come on over were always looking for more folks to add to our family
When I was pregnant with my first child I went on the road with my parents and mountain river trucking is where they was working at the time.
Great place to work. Good people. Has great Dispatches, new Peterbilts. Great place to work.
What is the best part of working at the company?The company offers modern equipment and has great, supportive people. It fosters a family-oriented environment and makes taking time off hassle-free. Overall, it's a fantastic company to work for.
What is the most stressful part about working at the company?The job itself isn’t very stressful. Occasionally, when picking up produce, some produce houses may require longer wait times than expected. That’s really the only issue.
What is the work environment and culture like at the company?The workplace is characterized by friendly and happy colleagues who are always ready to assist with any issues. It’s a laid-back, welcoming environment.
What is a typical day like for you at the company?A typical day involves routine truck-driving tasks. It's straightforward and consistent.
I've worked with several local produce hauling companies, and this one stands out. They keep you busy while respecting your downtime at home. Layovers could be better, but they provide great benefits like paid holidays, vacations, 401k matching, and high-quality equipment. The nature of produce hauling involves some waiting, particularly in California, but the company handles it well.
What is the best part of working at the company?You're recognized by name, not as a number. The staff is friendly, approachable, and genuinely cares about you.
What is the most stressful part about working at the company?The most challenging aspect is occasionally having to wait overnight.
What is the work environment and culture like at the company?The atmosphere is relaxed, and the people are friendly and supportive. The company prioritizes driver welfare, ensuring you feel valued.
What is a typical day like for you at the company?The positive work culture makes it enjoyable to come to work—unlike at other companies where drivers often feel unappreciated.
The company's biggest strength lies in its clean, well-maintained equipment. On the downside, there are too many pickups and significant downtime. Improved scheduling, with fewer stops, could benefit drivers. Dispatch communication needs improvement; last-minute requests can lead to friction when drivers can't comply. Compensation is typical for the area.
The company takes excellent care of its team, offering flexibility, great home time, competitive pay, brand-new trucks, and good benefits. Drivers get to see the country while keeping busy.
Everything about this company is high-quality—modern equipment, attentive dispatchers, friendly staff, and solid pay. Benefits are competitive and in line with other trucking companies.
The company doesn’t offer pay raises unless you plan to leave, which might limit growth opportunities. However, it has a no-forced-dispatch policy, which drivers appreciate.
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