Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers Jobs Pay in Atlantic City-Hammonton, NJ
Average Hourly Pay
$30.35
5.2%Below national average
Range: $28.90 – $31.79
Average Annual Pay
$63,118
5.2%Below national average
Range: $60,112 – $66,123
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
$25.80/hr
Range: $24.56 – $27.02
Annual Rate
$53,650
Range: $51,095 – $56,205
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$30.35/hr
Range: $28.90 – $31.79
Annual Rate
$63,118
Range: $60,112 – $66,123
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$34.90/hr
Range: $33.23 – $36.56
Annual Rate
$72,586
Range: $69,129 – $76,041
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
