What are the responsibilities and job description for the CDL A Owner Operator Reg Hopper Driver position at Schwend?
Job Description:
CDL A Owner Operator Regional Hopper Truck Driver | Southeast Routes | $3,750-$6,000 Gross Weekly FSC
Schwend Inc. is hiring an experienced CDL A Owner Operator Regional Hopper Truck Driver to haul agricultural dry bulk freight throughout the Southeast. Bring your truck and pull a Schwend hopper, or bring your truck and your own qualifying hopper trailer.
Schwend is a family-owned carrier serving customers since 1976, with terminals in Florida, Tennessee, and Georgia.
Pay & Schedule
Owner Operator Advantages
Truck & Trailer Requirements
Hands-On Hopper Work
This CDL A Owner Operator Regional Hopper Truck Driver position requires operating roll tarps and hopper doors, using trailer vibrators, and sweeping remaining product when needed. Drivers must be able to:
Insurance, Escrows & Expenses
Apply Today
If you are a qualified CDL A Owner Operator Regional Hopper Truck Driver with a compliant truck and the ability to perform hands-on hopper work, apply today to partner with Schwend Inc.
Job Requirements:
Wage Range: 3750.00 - 6000.00 per week
General Description of Benefits: •With your truck and a Schwend trailer: 75% of linehaul 100% FSC; $3,750-$4,750 gross weekly FSC
CDL A Owner Operator Regional Hopper Truck Driver | Southeast Routes | $3,750-$6,000 Gross Weekly FSC
Schwend Inc. is hiring an experienced CDL A Owner Operator Regional Hopper Truck Driver to haul agricultural dry bulk freight throughout the Southeast. Bring your truck and pull a Schwend hopper, or bring your truck and your own qualifying hopper trailer.
Schwend is a family-owned carrier serving customers since 1976, with terminals in Florida, Tennessee, and Georgia.
Pay & Schedule
- With your truck and a Schwend trailer: 75% of linehaul 100% FSC; $3,750-$4,750 gross weekly FSC
- With your truck and trailer: 90% of linehaul 100% FSC; $4,000-$6,000 gross weekly FSC
- Weekly settlements; pay week runs Sunday through Saturday
- Southeast regional routes; home most weekends based on location and freight
- Occasional weekend work may be required
- Dedicated customer freight with earnings based on availability, communication, and how hard you run
Owner Operator Advantages
- Fuel discount program through the Relay app at Pilot/Flying J and TA/Petro
- 100% of applicable fuel surcharge
- Schwend tracks and pays IFTA quarterly
- Samsara ELD available for $6.99 per week; driver supplies tablet and data
Truck & Trailer Requirements
- Wheelbase no more than 260 inches - non-negotiable
- Truck weight under 19,000 pounds with driver and fuel
- Owner-supplied hopper trailer must be 84x102x43 or 78x102x43
- Owner Operator is responsible for apportioned plates and Form 2290
Hands-On Hopper Work
This CDL A Owner Operator Regional Hopper Truck Driver position requires operating roll tarps and hopper doors, using trailer vibrators, and sweeping remaining product when needed. Drivers must be able to:
- Climb the trailer ladder and work safely around the hopper
- Cover and uncover the trailer using the roll tarp
- Crank open bottom doors and monitor gravity unloading
- Work outdoors in heat, rain, dust, and humid conditions
- Perform physical work - this is not a dock-bumping position
Insurance, Escrows & Expenses
- Auto liability: $130/week through Schwend
- Bobtail: $7.38/week through Schwend, or provide proof of coverage
- Occupational accident: $33.75/week through Schwend
- Optional rider policy: $106/year; passenger must be at least 10 years old
Apply Today
If you are a qualified CDL A Owner Operator Regional Hopper Truck Driver with a compliant truck and the ability to perform hands-on hopper work, apply today to partner with Schwend Inc.
Job Requirements:
Wage Range: 3750.00 - 6000.00 per week
General Description of Benefits: •With your truck and a Schwend trailer: 75% of linehaul 100% FSC; $3,750-$4,750 gross weekly FSC
- With your truck and trailer: 90% of linehaul 100% FSC; $4,000-$6,000 gross weekly FSC
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