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Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers Salaries
in Baton Rouge, LA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $26.74 – $29.41
Average Annual Pay
Range: $55,619 – $61,181
Salaries for Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers near Baton Rouge
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$33.77
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Arizona, AZ
$27.97
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Arkansas, AR
$28.56
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$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
$23.87/hr
Range: $22.73 - $25.00
Annual Rate
$49,640
Range: $47,276 - $52,004
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$28.08/hr
Range: $26.74 - $29.41
Annual Rate
$58,400
Range: $55,619 - $61,181
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$32.29/hr
Range: $30.75 - $33.82
Annual Rate
$67,160
Range: $63,962 - $70,358
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
