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Dry Bulk Driver Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

CDL-A Truck Driver

Wyoming, MI ยท On-site

$26/hr

Northern Dry Bulk is currently hiring Company Truck Drivers in your area! Join NDB today to take advantage of great pay, weekend home time, competitive benefits packages, and great equipment!

CDL-A Truck Driver

Walker, MI ยท On-site

$26/hr

Northern Dry Bulk is currently hiring Company Truck Drivers in your area! Join NDB today to take advantage of great pay, weekend home time, competitive benefits packages, and great equipment!

CDL-A Truck Driver

Kentwood, MI ยท On-site

$26/hr

Northern Dry Bulk is currently hiring Company Truck Drivers in your area! Join NDB today to take advantage of great pay, weekend home time, competitive benefits packages, and great equipment!

Northern Dry Bulk is currently hiring Company Truck Drivers in your area! Join NDB today to take advantage of great pay, weekend home time, competitive benefits packages, and great equipment!

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How much do dry bulk driver jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for dry bulk driver in Michigan is $22.39, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.96 and $23.46 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a dry bulk driver?

A Dry Bulk Driver is a professional truck driver who transports dry, bulk materials such as cement, sand, flour, or plastic pellets using specialized tanker trailers. Unlike liquid tankers, these trailers use air pressure or gravity to unload cargo. Drivers must follow strict safety regulations, properly secure loads, and operate pneumatic systems for unloading. This role often requires a CDL, tanker endorsement, and experience handling bulk materials. Dry Bulk Drivers typically work for construction, agriculture, or manufacturing industries.

What are the day-to-day responsibilities of a dry bulk driver?

Dry Bulk Drivers are responsible for safely transporting dry bulk materials such as cement, sand, or grain using specialized trailers, often over long distances. Daily tasks include pre-trip safety inspections, loading and unloading materials with pneumatic systems, maintaining accurate delivery documentation, and adhering to all Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. You'll also need to coordinate with dispatchers, communicate with customers upon delivery, and ensure your equipment is clean and well-maintained. The role requires attention to safety protocols, organizational skills, and the ability to manage your time efficiently while on the road.

Infographic showing various Dry Bulk Driver job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, and 7% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $46,576 per year, or $22.4 per hour.

Pneumatic Dry Bulk Driver Class A CDL Doubles Endorsement

Shafer Bros

Mason, MI โ€ข On-site

$31/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 27 days ago


Job description

Pneumatic Dry Bulker Driver

***$5,000 SIGN ON BONUS FOR EXPERIENCED PNEUMATIC DRY BULK DRIVER***

Capitol Terminals is seeking qualified pneumatic dry bulker drivers for their Michigan based facilities. Capitol Terminals offers competitive pay (Starting at $31.00/hr) and benefits, as listed below, and is seeking drivers with strong customer service skills for full-time positions.

Job purpose: Primary responsibility of this position requires safely driving a tractor-trailer for the transportation of dry materials, attention to safe loading and unloading at a variety of job sites and maintaining a clean truck both inside and out.

Duties and responsibilities:

  • Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
  • Safely driving truck to and from destination applying knowledge of DOT driving regulations and area roads
  • Handling truck controls for safe loading and unloading of material
  • Verify directions with plant personnel before leaving the plant to ensure delivery to the correct customer and job site
  • Strive to meet customer expectations without exception
  • Keep equipment in acceptable condition of cleanliness using approved cleaning materials and supplies
  • Maintain contact with supervisor/dispatch to receive and transmit delivery instructions
  • Assist other company employees as needed
  • Must be able to take orders, instructions, and guidance from supervisors and management
  • Cooperate and promote a team concept with all other company employees, as well as customers
  • Adhere to all Company, DOT, and OSHA rules and regulations at all times
  • Meet or exceed company safety standards
  • Perform other job responsibilities as assigned by management

Qualifications:

  • Must possess a valid CDL Class A with doubles endorsement
  • 1 year of prior bulker experience
  • Must have a clean driving record in the last 5 years and maintain a clean driving record during employment
  • Ability to pass pre-employment DOT drug screen
  • High School diploma, preferred

Benefits:

  • Competitive Wages (Starting at $31.00/hr)
  • Referral Bonus Program
  • Health Insurance for employee and family with up to 100% premium contribution from employer and Health Savings Account matching program (available after 30 days)
  • Employer paid Group Term Life Insurance for employee (available after 30 days)
  • Employer paid Supplemental Accident, Disability and Critical Illness Insurance for employee (available after 90 days)
  • Employee paid Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Employer reimbursed Sam's Club Card
  • Holiday pay after 30 days of service
  • Paid Time off
  • 401(k) with Employer Match Contribution after 6 months
  • Employer paid Medical Examiner's Certificate