Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers Jobs Pay in Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY
Average Hourly Pay
$31.62
1.2%Below national average
Range: $30.11 – $33.12
Average Annual Pay
$65,760
1.2%Below national average
Range: $62,629 – $68,892
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:
Entry Level
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$26.88/hr
Range: $25.59 – $28.15
Annual Rate
$55,896
Range: $53,235 – $58,558
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$31.62/hr
Range: $30.11 – $33.12
Annual Rate
$65,760
Range: $62,629 – $68,892
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$36.36/hr
Range: $34.63 – $38.09
Annual Rate
$75,624
Range: $72,023 – $79,226
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.
Responsibilities
- •Operate vehicles safely and efficiently
- •Follow transportation routes and schedules
- •Inspect and maintain vehicles
- •Complete required documentation
- •Follow DOT regulations
- •Provide excellent customer service
Skills
- •Safe driving skills
- •Navigation and route planning
- •Time management
- •Vehicle maintenance knowledge
- •Communication
- •Physical fitness
Qualifications
- •Valid commercial driver's license (if required)
- •Clean driving record
- •DOT physical examination
- •Background check
