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Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers Salaries
in Amarillo, TX
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $25.28 – $27.81
Average Annual Pay
Range: $52,582 – $57,841
Salaries for Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers near Amarillo
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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
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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
$22.56/hr
Range: $21.49 - $23.64
Annual Rate
$46,930
Range: $44,695 - $49,165
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$26.54/hr
Range: $25.28 - $27.81
Annual Rate
$55,212
Range: $52,582 - $57,841
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$30.52/hr
Range: $29.07 - $31.98
Annual Rate
$63,494
Range: $60,469 - $66,517
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
