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Drop Hook Owner Operator Jobs in Reno, NV (NOW HIRING)

Walkenhorst's

Pick/Pack

Sparks, NV · On-site

$15.25 - $18/hr

We are family-owned and operated. Summary of major responsibilities * Locate, Scan, and Pick Items ... You may also drop off your resume in person at 445 Ingenuity Ave Sparks NV 89441, from 9 am - 4 pm.

Walkenhorst's

Pick/Pack

Sparks, NV · On-site

$17 - $19.50/hr

We are family-owned and operated. Summary of major responsibilities * Locate, Scan, and Pick Items ... You may also drop off your resume in person at 445 Ingenuity Ave Sparks NV 89441, from 9 am - 4 pm.

Lazer Logistics

Local CDL A Yard Driver

Reno, NV · On-site

$24/hr

Perform drop and hook operations * Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections * Follow all safety ... Safe driving record * Experience operating tractor-trailers * Ability to work in all weather ...

Lazer Logistics

Local CDL A Yard Driver

Reno, NV · On-site

$24/hr

Perform drop and hook operations * Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections * Follow all safety ... Safe driving record * Experience operating tractor-trailers * Ability to work in all weather ...

Walkenhorst's

Receiving

Sparks, NV · On-site

$18 - $18.50/hr

We are family-owned and operated. Summary of major responsibilities * Unload, inspect, and document ... You may also drop off your resume in person at 445 Ingenuity Ave Sparks NV 89441, from 9 am - 4 pm.

Heartland Express

CDL A Truck Driver Western US

Sparks, NV · On-site

$60K - $98K/yr

All Dry Van Freight * 48 State Operating Area * Drop and Hook * No Touch Freight * Paid Orientation/Training * Detention pay is $20 per hour * Breakdown Pay * Newly Remodeled Coast-to-Coast Terminal ...

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How much do drop hook owner operator jobs pay per week?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average weekly pay for drop hook owner operator in Reno, NV is $4,382.79, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $2,396.15 and $6,519.23 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a drop hook owner operator?

A Drop Hook Owner Operator is a truck driver who owns and operates their own truck while primarily handling drop and hook freight. This means they pick up pre-loaded trailers and drop off empty ones, minimizing wait times for loading and unloading. These operators typically work with companies or freight brokers to transport goods efficiently. Since there’s little to no live loading, the job allows for quicker turnaround times and more miles driven.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a drop hook owner operator?

As a Drop Hook Owner Operator, your main daily tasks usually include picking up pre-loaded trailers, transporting them to designated locations, and dropping them off for unloading, often with minimal wait times. You'll handle inspections of your truck and trailer to ensure safety compliance, manage delivery documentation, and coordinate with dispatchers or warehouse staff as needed. Unlike traditional trucking roles, you generally do not load or unload freight, allowing for quicker turnarounds and higher route efficiency. This position often offers flexibility, autonomy, and the opportunity to maximize driving hours, making it attractive to owner operators seeking a steady schedule and increased earning potential.

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

To thrive as a Drop Hook Owner Operator, you need a valid commercial driver's license (CDL), a keen understanding of logistics operations, and experience in safe and efficient trailer exchanges. Familiarity with electronic logging devices (ELDs), GPS navigation, and basic truck maintenance tools is typically required. Excellent time management, communication skills, and a strong sense of independence are standout qualities in this role. These skills are vital for maximizing earnings, maintaining safety, and delivering shipments efficiently in a fast-paced transportation environment.

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Infographic showing various Drop Hook Owner Operator job openings in Reno, NV as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 53% Full Time, 45% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $227,905 per year, or $109.6 per hour.

CDL A Truck Driver 48 States

Carson City, NV • On-site

Heartland Express
Trucking • 1 - 5K employees
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$60K - $95K/yr

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

Truck Driver

Heartland Express is an award-winning industry leader for on-time service. We hire the best truck drivers in the industry. Our truck drivers are some of safest, most experienced drivers on the road today. We're looking for drivers to join our fleet to help us service some of the top shippers in America. Join our team and know you're amongst the best the industry has to offer! Job details for truck driver running OTR in all 48 states:

  • Salary: $60,000 - $95,000 per year - Average is $69,000 per year
  • Average weekly pay: $1,336 a week (Top earner made $1,819 per week)
  • Average miles: 2,400+ per week
  • Home expectations - out 4 weeks home 4 days

Truck driver bonuses include:

  • Additional $.05 per mile in the Green Zone
  • Additional $.01 to $.03 per mile safety bonus

Benefits of joining Heartland Express:

  • Latest Kenworth, Freightliner & International tractors
    • We buy new and keep it while under warranty to have better uptime for you to keep rolling.
    • We have shops across the country to service your truck
    • Our trucks run 68 MPH
  • Scheduled wage increases annually
  • All dry van freight
  • 48 state operating area
  • Drop & hook
  • No touch freight
  • Paid orientation/training
  • Detention pay is $20 per hour
  • Breakdown pay
  • Newly remodeled coast-to-coast terminal facilities
  • Clean driver facilities:
    • Free showers
    • Free laundry
    • TV, food and much more
  • Truck driver appreciation events at all our terminals throughout the year with food, prizes, and giveaways, with management and vendors there to get our driver's feedback and show that our drivers are who really makes Heartland Express what we are.
  • Assigned driver manager who will help you and Heartland be a success

Heartland Express is committed to success for our drivers, employees, and customers. We have been around since 1978 as one of the most profitable companies in the industry. We are here for you now and in the future. You will have a place to call home, a family to help you achieve your goals, and a place you can be proud to be a part of. Apply today to join our team! Pay range: $60,000.00-$95,000.00 per year, general benefits: full health, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, long-term and short-term disability, hospital indemnity, and critical illness coverage care packages with prescription benefits (single, employee and spouse, employee and children, family). Flex spending accounts. 401(k) with company match, paid vacation, driver bonuses - additional $.01 to $.03 per mile safety bonus paid quarterly. Paid orientation/training qualifications:

  • Class A CDL
  • 6 months of tractor-trailer driving experience
  • 21 years of age
  • Good work history and MVR
  • Safety first attitude, with a proven driving record
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About Heartland Express

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Heartland Express strives to offer superior Service for Success. This is achieved by Employing The Best People and Maintaining a Modern Fleet, committed to supporting our customers with the highest quality of service and safety in the industry. Daily Bottom Line thinking and keeping a Long Term Mindset, is the foundation Heartland Express is built on to stay Financially Strong and Debt Free. As an organization, Heartland Express is committed to providing our customers with the highest quality of service and safety in the trucking industry. Excellence in service and safety are company goals. We measure ourselves by the high standards of our customers, and value their input. Mutual progress towards defined goals is our objective in working with our customers.

Industry

Trucking

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

North Liberty, IA, US

Year founded

1978

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