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Hopper Bottom Loads Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

Owner Operator

West, TX · On-site

$4.0K - $6.0K/wk

... with bottom-drop or hopper capabilities to haul frac sand in West Texas and New Mexico . WHY THIS OPPORTUNITY STANDS OUT ✅ $400-$600 per load ✅ 3 loads per day ✅ 75-150 miles per load ✅ ...

Hopper Bottom Loads information

What is the difference between Hopper Bottom Loads vs Flatbed Loads?

AspectHopper Bottom LoadsFlatbed Loads
Work EnvironmentTransporting bulk commodities in covered trailersTransporting large, oversized items on open trailers
Required CredentialsCommercial Driver's License (CDL)CDL often required, depending on cargo
Industry UsageFreight hauling, agriculture, construction materialsConstruction, manufacturing, equipment transport

Hopper Bottom Loads and Flatbed Loads are both common in freight transportation but differ mainly in cargo type and trailer design. Hopper Bottom Loads involve hauling bulk commodities like grain or aggregates in covered, dump-style trailers, while Flatbed Loads are used for transporting large or heavy items on open trailers. Both require a CDL and are prevalent in the freight and construction industries, but they serve different logistical needs.

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Infographic showing various Hopper Bottom Loads job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 91% Full Time, 5% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, and 3% Remote job distribution.

CDL A OTR Company Truck Driver

Volume Transportation Inc.

Beaumont, TX • On-site

$1.5K - $2.0K/wk

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 9 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Drive company trucks hauling carbon black in hopper bottom trailers across established routes.

  • Complete all assigned trips, including border crossings to Canada, while adhering to safety and compliance standards.

  • Manage on-duty time, including loading, unloading, and border crossing activities, to ensure timely delivery and maintain steady, year-round miles.


Job description

Job Requirements:

•2-year Verifiable CDL-A OTR driving experience

•Clean MVR

•No more than 4 Violations in The Last 3 Years

•No Speeding Violations over 15 MPH

•No DUI in the Last 5 Years

•Passport a plus! We travel to Canada border crossing bonus!

•Clean background for Canada runs - 

•Must Meet FMCSA Requirements

Job Description:

CDL A Company Driver – Earn $80,000 to $104,000 Annually w/ top earners grossing over $100k annually

Out 10–11 Days / Home 3–4 – Flexible Home Time - Passport a Plus!! 

No Touch Freight – Hopper Bottom – Steady, Year-Round Miles

Drive for the #1 Carrier in Carbon Black TransportationDriver Pay – Built for Top Earners

•Earn $80,000 to $104,000+ annually w/ top earners grossing over $100k annually

•Starting pay: 52 CPM

•$13/hour for all on-duty, not driving time

•Whenever you cross the border you get $120 (sometime 5x a week)

•Paid loaded AND empty miles

•CPM increases every 6 months based on safety and productivity

•Weekly direct deposit

•Passport holders receive $120 additional for every order that crosses in and out of Canada.

Home Time That Works for You

•Out 10–11 days

•Home 3–4 days

•Flexible scheduling options available

Why Drivers Choose the Industry Leader

•Hauling 

dedicated carbon black freight — steady, year-round demand

No touch freight – primarily drop and hook

•Established company with 

decades of stability and growth

•Strong focus on 

safety, compliance, and driver success

Top-Tier Benefits

•Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance

•Multiple plan options

•Employee-only coverage starting around $65/week (non-tobacco)

•401(k) with company match and profit sharing

•EZ Pass

•Rider policy (18+) and pet program available

Best Equipment on the Road

•2023–2026 Kenworth and International trucks

•APUs, refrigerators, and microwaves in every truck

•Outward-facing cameras only

•Late-model fleet designed to keep you 

running, not waiting

Position Details

•Hauling carbon black in hopper bottom trailers

•No-touch freight

•Hopper bottom experience preferred (not required)

•Consistent 3,000+ miles weekly

•Reliable lanes with established customers VOLUME isn’t just another trucking company — we are one of the 

leading carriers of carbon black in the United States and have been 

setting the standard in specialized bulk transportation for over 30 years.With a major presence in the carbon black market and continued growth, our drivers benefit from 

consistent freight, strong earnings, and long-term stability hauling for dedicated customers across the country.More than 80% of our drivers stay over 4 years — because at VOLUME, this isn’t just a job, it’s a career with one of the most established names in the industry.Join the #1 Carbon Black Carrier. Drive for a company that 

leads the industry, values its drivers, and delivers consistent freight week after week.

Apply NowCall Leigh at 770-482-1400 ext 245Wage Range: $1538 per week - $2000 per week Weekly USDGeneral Description of Benefits: Health, Dental and Vision as well as 401K, Profit sharing!