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How much do dry bulk owner operator jobs pay per week?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average weekly pay for dry bulk owner operator in Iowa is $4,128.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $2,257.69 and $6,142.31 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a dry bulk owner operator?

A Dry Bulk Owner Operator is an independent truck driver who owns and operates their own truck to haul dry bulk commodities such as sand, cement, grain, or minerals. These materials are typically transported in specialized pneumatic or hopper trailers. As an owner-operator, you are responsible for managing your business, maintaining your equipment, and securing contracts or working with brokers to find loads. This role offers flexibility and higher earning potential but also requires handling expenses like fuel, maintenance, and insurance.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a dry bulk owner operator?

To thrive as a Dry Bulk Owner Operator, you need a valid commercial driver's license (CDL), knowledge of DOT regulations, and experience operating and maintaining bulk hauling equipment. Familiarity with ELD systems, load securement practices, and GPS navigation tools is essential. Strong organizational skills, attention to safety, and effective time management set top performers apart in this role. These abilities help ensure the safe, efficient, and compliant transport of dry bulk materials, maximizing profitability and customer satisfaction.

What are the main challenges faced by dry bulk owner operators?

Dry Bulk Owner Operators often contend with variable schedules, weather-related delays, and the strict adherence to safety and environmental regulations during loading and unloading. Managing the maintenance of your own truck and equipment, as well as coordinating with shippers, receivers, and dispatchers, can be demanding but rewarding. Staying organized and proactive is crucial to ensuring consistent deliveries and maintaining good customer relationships. Overcoming these challenges helps build a reliable reputation and can lead to more lucrative hauling opportunities.

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Infographic showing various Dry Bulk Owner Operator job openings in Iowa as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 70% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 10% Temporary, and 5% Nights. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $214,693 per year, or $103.2 per hour.

Truck Driver Owner Operator - 2yrs EXP Required - OTR - Dry Van - $275k - $325k per year

Clark Transfer

Dubuque, IA • On-site

$275K - $325K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

For more than 75 years, Clark Transfer has been helping bring live entertainment to audiences across North America. From Broadway productions and concert tours to theatrical performances and special events, our drivers are an essential part of making the show happen.

If you've ever wanted a trucking job that's anything but ordinary, this is it.


👥 Team Owner Operators
  • Average $275,000–$325,000+ annually
  • Less than 110,000 miles per year
  • Guaranteed minimum average of $5,000 per week worked
  • Most earn $5,500–$6,500+ per week


Why Partner with Clark Transfer?

✔ Company-supported Owner Operator health insurance program

✔ All miles paid, including loaded and empty miles

✔ Detention pay

✔ Paid fuel permits and fuel taxes

✔ Paid tolls while under dispatch using company-provided transponder

✔ Paid cargo and liability insurance

✔ Fuel price guarantee averaging $1.60/gallon or less after fuel surcharge

✔ $5,000 Driver Referral Bonus


Position Details

🚚 Owner Operator (Solo & Team Opportunities Available)

📦 Dry Van Trailers

🛣️ Over-the-Road

🌎 Hiring throughout the Lower 48 States and Canada

✈️ Passport REQUIRED


🎭 Join the Greasy Underbelly of Show Business!

At Clark Transfer, you're not just hauling freight—you're moving the sets, costumes, instruments, and equipment that bring unforgettable performances to life. Our drivers help keep the entertainment industry moving, one show at a time.

📞 Ready to take center stage in your trucking career? Apply today and discover why Owner Operators have trusted Clark Transfer since 1949.