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Applicator

Goochland, VA · On-site

Transfer dry bulk products from trailers into bulk spreading vehicles. Handle, lift, load equipment ... Prefer experience maintaining applicator equipment and vehicles, and operating a forklift. Previous ...

Southern States Cooperative.

Applicator

Goochland, VA · On-site

Transfer dry bulk products from trailers into bulk spreading vehicles. Handle, lift, load equipment ... Prefer experience maintaining applicator equipment and vehicles, and operating a forklift. Previous ...

Southern States Cooperative.

Applicator

Warsaw, VA · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

Transfer dry bulk products from trailers into bulk spreading vehicles. Handle, lift, load equipment ... Prefer experience operating a forklift. Previous Southern States work experience a plus.

Southern States

Applicator

Warsaw, VA · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

Transfer dry bulk products from trailers into bulk spreading vehicles. Handle, lift, load equipment ... Prefer experience operating a forklift. Previous Southern States work experience a plus.

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As of Sep 4, 2026, the average weekly pay for dry bulk owner operator in Virginia is $4,357.98, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $2,382.69 and $6,482.69 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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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.

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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.

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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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CDL-A Dry Van Team Owner Operator - $5,000 to $13,000 per week in Roanoke, VA

AllTruckJobs

Roanoke, VA • On-site

$450K - $500K/yr

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Re-posted 2 hours ago

Key responsibilities

  • Operate a tractor-trailer to transport freight on dedicated, LTL, OTR, or regional routes in Roanoke, VA.

  • Maintain consistent and reliable freight movement, including drop-and-hook operations and managing no-touch freight.

  • Ensure compliance with DOT requirements and meet all safety and operational standards during daily transportation activities.

Job description

Owner Operator | Dry Van
Location: Roanoke, VA
Company: Forward
Pay: $5,000 to $13,000 per week
Route Type: dedicated, ltl, otr, regional
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

AllTruckJobs is working with Forward to find a qualified Dedicated or LTL or OTR or Regional Owner Operator in Roanoke, Virginia!

Keep Your Truck Moving. Keep More of What You Earn.

You're not just looking for another load, you're looking for consistency, strong earnings and a carrier that respects your business!

We work with professional Owner Operators who want reliable freight, industry leading miles and the freedom to run their business their way at Forward. Spend less time waiting and more time earning with a premium customer base, 99% no-touch drop-and-hook freight, and an extensive terminal network.

Whether you are a Solo Owner Operator or a Team Owner Operator, Forward has the freight and the support to keep your wheels turning.

Why Owner Operators Choose Forward:

Earn More: Competitive Pay on All Miles + Weekly Settlements

  • Team Owner Operators
    • $1.55 per loaded mile + Fuel Surcharge
    • Projected annual earnings: $450,000–$500,000+ 
  • Solo Owner Operators
    • $1.31 per loaded mile + Fuel Surcharge
    • Projected annual earnings: $200,000–$250,000+

Fuel Surcharge

  • Average $0.40–$0.60 per mile
  • Weekly update to help offset the cost of fuel

Drive More. Wait Less.

  • We’ve built our network to keep you moving.

Industry-Leading Weekly Miles

  • Teams: 5,000+ miles per week
  • Solo: 2,000+ miles per week


Freight You'll Appreciate

  • 99% no-touch freight
  • Drop & hook operations from terminal-to-terminal
  • Average load weight of only 26,000 lbs.
  • Year-round consistent freight
  • Flexible home time


We've Got Your Back

Forward invests in Owner Operators so you can focus on running your business.

Additional Benefits

  • Weekly settlements
  • Tolls, bridges, and scales paid or reimbursed
  • Safety-first culture
  • Quarterly safety bonus opportunities
  • Annual safety giveaways—including the chance to win a car!
  • A genuine partnership with a culture of support when you need it
     

About Forward

Company Overview

Since 1990, Forward has been a leading provider of ground transportation and related logistics services to the North American air freight and expedited LTL market. We offer surface shipping on an accelerated “time-definite” basis, delivering cargo at a specific time, but under less time-sensitive situations – supplying you with a cost effective, reliable alternative to air transportation. We work with companies of all sizes to develop tangible advantages and build the best products to meet your specific needs. Forward presents to the wholesale transportation community (logistics companies, freight forwarders, integrated air cargo carriers, passenger/ cargo airlines, and non-traditional shippers), a single-source provider that can deliver more supply chain services and a superior menu of choices. Throughout the years we have added supplementary lines to our linehaul service, such as our full truckload operations (Truckload Services) and our Airline Logistics program, and we will continue to expand our services to meet the changing needs and growth of our customer base.

Forward is structured to optimize both savings and service to our customers. Direct partnerships with owner-operators and other surface transportation providers, enable us to remain cost-competitive. The Forward network is designed with over 100 facilities located at or near major U.S. and Canadian airports, 12 regional sort centers and over 300 beyond points, creating one of the most comprehensive linehaul networks in the industry.

The foundation product for Forward is our expedited linehaul service, offering consistent and reliable transit and on-time, damage-free deliveries. By locating terminals on or near airports and maintaining a scheduled transportation network, we are able to arrange for convenient and consistent service with broad geographic coverage. Shipments of varying sizes (TL/LTL) are received at our terminals and transported by contracted service providers either (1) on a direct truck to the destination terminal, (2) through our Columbus, Ohio central sorting hub, or (3) through one of our 12 regional hubs, where they are unloaded, sorted, and reloaded in rapid fashion. After reloading the shipments, our contracted service providers deliver them to the destination city for early morning recovery. These options allow us to maximize handling efficiency of each shipment while minimizing freight loss and damage, improving transit times over traditional ground transportation.

Apply to one of our open positions TODAY!

Requirements

What You'll Need

  • Valid Class A CDL
  • Minimum 12 months of verifiable Class A CDL tractor-trailer experience
  • Minimum age of 23 years
  • Meet all DOT qualification requirements

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