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Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers Salaries
in Abilene, TX
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $26.60 – $29.26
Average Annual Pay
Range: $55,328 – $60,861
Salaries for Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers near Abilene
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$27.28
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Alaska, AK
$33.77
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Arizona, AZ
$27.97
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Arkansas, AR
$28.56
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California, CA
$30.53
9.3%Higher than Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Abilene, TX
How much do Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$23.74/hr
Range: $22.61 - $24.87
Annual Rate
$49,380
Range: $47,029 - $51,732
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$27.93/hr
Range: $26.60 - $29.26
Annual Rate
$58,094
Range: $55,328 - $60,861
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$32.12/hr
Range: $30.59 - $33.65
Annual Rate
$66,808
Range: $63,627 - $69,990
Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers job description
Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers professionals are responsible for safely transporting goods or passengers. They operate vehicles, follow transportation regulations, and ensure timely deliveries while maintaining safety standards.
- •Operate vehicles safely and efficiently
- •Follow transportation routes and schedules
- •Inspect and maintain vehicles
- •Complete required documentation
- •Follow DOT regulations
- •Provide excellent customer service
- •Safe driving skills
- •Navigation and route planning
- •Time management
- •Vehicle maintenance knowledge
- •Communication
- •Physical fitness
- •Valid commercial driver's license (if required)
- •Clean driving record
- •DOT physical examination
- •Background check
