Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers Jobs Pay in Amherst Town-Northampton, MA
Average Hourly Pay
$28.95
9.5%Below national average
Range: $27.57 – $30.33
Average Annual Pay
$60,213
9.5%Below national average
Range: $57,346 – $63,080
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
$24.61/hr
Range: $23.43 – $25.78
Annual Rate
$51,181
Range: $48,744 – $53,618
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$28.95/hr
Range: $27.57 – $30.33
Annual Rate
$60,213
Range: $57,346 – $63,080
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$33.29/hr
Range: $31.71 – $34.88
Annual Rate
$69,245
Range: $65,948 – $72,542
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
