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AK Steel

Heavy Equipment Operator

Shelbyville, TN · On-site

FPT is a wholly-owned business of Cleveland-Cliffs and has an immediate opportunity for a Heavy ... Responsible for positioning trailers and containers around the yard and emptying gaylord boxes as ...

Trinidad Benham

Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

La Vergne, TN · On-site

$16.25 - $19/hr

Loads product into containers by hand. * Completes required paperwork per company standards ... Become an owner today! Trinidad Benham Corporation is an equal employment opportunity and ...

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How much do container owner operator jobs pay per week?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average weekly pay for container owner operator in Tennessee is $3,989.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $2,182.69 and $5,934.62 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a container owner operator?

A Container Owner Operator is an independent truck driver who owns and operates their own truck to transport shipping containers. They typically work with ports, rail yards, and shipping companies to move containers between locations. Unlike company drivers, owner-operators handle their own business expenses, such as fuel, maintenance, and insurance. This role offers greater earning potential and flexibility but also requires strong business management skills. Many Container Owner Operators lease onto larger carriers or work independently to find freight loads.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a container owner operator?

Successful Container Owner Operators require a valid commercial driver's license (CDL), experience with freight logistics, and the ability to handle and maintain tractor-trailer equipment reliably. Familiarity with electronic logging devices (ELDs), dispatch software, and safety inspection tools is essential for compliance and efficient operations. Strong time management, problem-solving, and customer service skills help operators build trust and effectively navigate challenges on the road. These skills ensure timely, safe cargo deliveries and successful management of both business and customer relationships.

What are some common challenges faced by container owner operators, and how can they be managed?

Container Owner Operators often face challenges such as tight delivery schedules, variable fuel costs, port delays, and the responsibility of maintaining their own vehicles. Staying organized with scheduling tools, maintaining open communication with dispatchers, and investing in regular preventative maintenance can help manage these issues. Additionally, understanding port procedures and establishing relationships with terminal operators can streamline pickups and drop-offs. Adaptability and proactive planning are key for navigating these challenges and ensuring consistent, profitable operations.

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Infographic showing various Container Owner Operator job openings in Tennessee as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 59% Full Time, 26% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 12% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $207,459 per year, or $99.7 per hour.

Machine Filler Operator 3rd Shift

Purity Dairy

Nashville, TN • On-site

$23.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 13 days ago

Job description

Purity Dairies is looking for a Filler Operator for our Nashville facility.
We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefit package, great growth opportunities, and scholarship opportunities for you and your family.
The schedule will be 3rd shift Monday - Friday 10:00pm - 6:30am and Saturdays as needed.
Come join the best team in town!!
Purity Dairy has immediate job openings for a Filler Operator is responsible for operating Filling machines and making necessary adjustments to ensure production of containers is made in a safe, efficient, and high-quality manner. Monitor conveyor lines for damaged bottles. Troubleshoot and do minor repairs of filler equipment and monitor empty bottle weights and adjusts accordingly. Maintain communication with other departments, management and employees and notify them of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production. Ensure all paperwork is filled out in a clear, legible and accurate format, and completed with required information. Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with SOP's. Filler Operator will be required to follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and communicate effectively with all departments.
Purity Dairy is a farmer-owned brand of Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), a dairy marketing cooperative owned by more than 12,500 family farmers. Our mark matters and it represents the wholesomeness of dairy that we share with our communities and loved ones. DFA manufactures a variety of dairy products, including cheese, butter, fluid milk, ice cream, dairy ingredients and more, under well-known and established regional brands. Our fingerprints touch thousands of brands across the marketplace, and we're passionate about delivering the simple pleasures of dairy to people everywhere, straight from our family farm-owners.
By joining DFA, you can help us continue to make a difference that matters. We care deeply about the well-being of our neighbors and friends, and we celebrate the diversity of our company and our world. It takes an incredible team to deliver the goodness of dairy and enrich our communities - come join us!
It takes an incredible team to deliver the goodness of dairy and enrich our communities - come join us!
OUR MACHINE OPERATOR FOR THIS POSITION CAN MAKE UP TO:
  • $23.50 per hour

SCHEDULE:
  • Monday - Friday 10 PM-6:30AM and Saturdays as needed.

BENEFITS:
  • 401(k) with company contribution
  • Competitive pay
  • Paid vacation and holidays
  • Career growth opportunities - we promote from within!
  • Comprehensive healthcare benefits
  • Service recognition and employee rewards
  • Employee referral program
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Uniforms provided
  • Work for dairy farm families

Requirements
  • High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
  • 6 months related experience required.
  • Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
  • Must be able to able to stand, walk, push or pull a majority of the day.
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
  • Must be able to work in a wet environment with some exposure dust, gas or fumes.
  • Must be willing to work flexible hours including overtime, weekends and holidays.
  • Be able to effectively work in a team environment.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work in a fast paced environment.
  • Must be able to pass all pre-employment screens (including drug, background and criminal checks)

DFA is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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