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Cemstone

Bulk Cement Driver

Turtle Lake, WI · On-site

Here's your opportunity to join an amazing family-owned business that has been around for nearly ... and other driver operated controls for loading and unloading dry bulk cement products.

Cemstone

Bulk Cement Driver

Turtle Lake, WI

Here's your opportunity to join an amazing family-owned business that has been around for nearly ... and other driver operated controls for loading and unloading dry bulk cement products.

Kenan Advantage Group

CDL-A Owner Operator

Hager City, WI · On-site

$6.0K - $7.0K/wk

North America's largest bulk transportation company * Experienced dispatch and terminal teams that understand Owner Operators * Stable customer base and year-round freight * Food-grade freight that ...

Kenan Advantage Group

CDL-A Owner Operator

Baldwin, WI

$6.0K - $7.0K/wk

North America's largest bulk transportation company * Experienced dispatch and terminal teams that understand Owner Operators * Stable customer base and year-round freight * Food-grade freight that ...

Kenan Advantage Group

CDL-A Owner Operator

Bay City, WI

$6.0K - $7.0K/wk

North America's largest bulk transportation company * Experienced dispatch and terminal teams that understand Owner Operators * Stable customer base and year-round freight * Food-grade freight that ...

Kenan Advantage Group

CDL-A Owner Operator

River Falls, WI · On-site

$6.0K - $7.0K/wk

North America's largest bulk transportation company * Experienced dispatch and terminal teams that understand Owner Operators * Stable customer base and year-round freight * Food-grade freight that ...

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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 Wisconsin is $4,436.79, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $2,426.92 and $6,600.00 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 Wisconsin as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 46% Full Time, 52% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $230,713 per year, or $110.9 per hour.

Refrigerated Owner Operator in Milwaukee, WI

AllTruckJobs

Milwaukee, WI • On-site

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

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Job description

Owner Operator | Refrigerated
Location: Milwaukee, WI
Company: Schneider
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

AllTruckJobs is working with Schneider to find a qualified Owner Operator in Milwaukee, Wisconsin!

Overview
  • Haul 100% no-touch freight in dry van trailers.
  • 60% drop-and-hook.
  • 10-15 loads per week with 2-4 stop-offs per load.
  • Drive within the Midwest, Northeast and South.
  • Get $228 on your second settlement payment and $126 each week for the next 22 weeks, for a total of $3,000 in incentives (terms and conditions apply).
Qualifications
  • Possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License.
  • Minimum 6 months of Class A driving experience.
  • Meet the following tractor requirements:
    • Truck(s) must be 2011 or newer.
    • Truck(s) need to pass a DOT inspection.
    • Engine(s) must meet EPA10 emissions requirements.
    • Truck(s) need a functioning Collision Mitigation System.
  • Additional qualifications apply.

Need a truck or want to upgrade? Schneider can get you in touch with equipment sales and leasing providers.

Additional advantages
  • Compensation for time spent in orientation.
  • Discounts on fuel, tires, maintenance and more through Schneider’s Purchase Power Program.
  • Unlimited referral bonuses.
  • Tools to help you succeed: Doing business with Schneider means being provided a Samsung tablet you can use inside and outside your cab and having free trailer usage.
  • Access to company facilities: Take full advantage of Schneider’s facilities, which provide free parking, free laundry, meal options, exercise equipment and more.

Job Owner-Operator
Schedule FULLTIME
Sign On Bonus 3000

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About Schneider

Take truck driving to the next level

Join a company with the safest, most trusted drivers on the road. Plus, we’ll let you pick your number of drivers, freight type and driving style, allowing you to personalize your truck driving career.

Driving opportunities – Freight types

  • Van Truckload: Haul freight for the largest division with the most opportunities.
  • Dedicated: Enjoy having consistent miles and home time while delivering for one primary customer.
  • Tanker: Earn top-pay while hauling two-thirds non-hazardous liquid or dry bulk loads.
  • Intermodal: Bring containers to and from the rail yards and enjoy greater home time.

Driving opportunities – Driving styles

  • Over-the-Road (OTR): Specialize in pulling long-haul freight across the country and averaging 2,500 miles per week.
  • Regional: Get the miles you want while benefiting from weekly home time and structuring your schedule the way you want.
  • Local: Be home daily with hourly and load pay options.
  • Part-time: Choose the days and hours that work for you.

Why Schneider?

We could list tons of reasons to choose Schneider, but we’ll start with these:

  • More money in your pocket: We base pay off experience and offer a multitude of pay packages. The more experience you have, the more you make. Plus, performance pay means you’re rewarded for your hard work.
  • Benefits: Your paycheck is important, and we get that, but what Schneider offers beyond your paycheck is really what makes us stand out. Our healthcare package includes medical, dental and vision. We also offer a 401(k) with company match.
  • Home time: The longer you stay, the more paid time off you get. We also offer a range of home-time configurations, so you can make truck driving work with your personal life.
  • Equipment and technology: Drivers spend a good majority of their time in a truck, so we know how important safety and comfort features are. Our Freightliners and Kenworths average less than three years and are spec’d with features like mini fridges and memory foam mattresses.
  • Military benefits and programs: Schneider is a leading military employer, and we hire veterans because their values align with ours. 

For more reasons to choose Schneider, check out our Benefits Page.

Our mission

Safe, courteous, hustling associates creating solutions that excite our customers.

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