Grain & Bulk Agricultural Driver
Feed the nation. Drive the harvest.
$40,000–$65,000
Moderate
Class A
Seasonal peaks; year-round at elevators and mills
Overview
Grain and bulk agricultural drivers haul corn, wheat, soybeans, cotton, and other commodities from farms to elevators, mills, and export terminals. Texas is a major agricultural state with significant grain and cotton production. Work is often seasonal but well-paying during harvest.
Seasonal demand peaks during harvest; year-round positions available at elevators.
A Day in the Life
Grain drivers load at farm bins or elevators, transport to storage or processing facilities, operate pneumatic or gravity unloading systems, and return for reloading throughout the day.
Pros & Cons
Advantages
- Entry-level friendly
- Harvest overtime pay
- Agricultural community
- Year-round elevator positions
Challenges
- Seasonal fluctuation
- Dust and grain exposure
- Long harvest hours
- Rural locations
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How Diesel Xtrem Prepares You
Our Class A program qualifies you for grain hauling positions. We prepare you for the skills test efficiently so you can be ready for harvest season.