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Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers Salaries
in Alabama, AL
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $25.98 – $28.58
Average Annual Pay
Range: $54,038 – $59,442
Salaries for Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers near Alabama
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Alaska, AK
$33.77
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Arizona, AZ
$27.97
2.5%Higher than Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Alabama, AL
Arkansas, AR
$28.56
4.7%Higher than Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Alabama, AL
California, CA
$30.53
11.9%Higher than Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Alabama, AL
Connecticut, CT
$29.13
6.8%Higher than Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Alabama, AL
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
$23.19/hr
Range: $22.08 - $24.29
Annual Rate
$48,229
Range: $45,932 - $50,526
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$27.28/hr
Range: $25.98 - $28.58
Annual Rate
$56,740
Range: $54,038 - $59,442
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$31.37/hr
Range: $29.88 - $32.87
Annual Rate
$65,251
Range: $62,144 - $68,358
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
