Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers Jobs Pay in Brownsville-Harlingen, TX
Average Hourly Pay
$25.50
20.3%Below national average
Range: $24.29 – $26.72
Average Annual Pay
$53,049
20.3%Below national average
Range: $50,523 – $55,576
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
$21.68/hr
Range: $20.65 – $22.71
Annual Rate
$45,092
Range: $42,945 – $47,240
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$25.50/hr
Range: $24.29 – $26.72
Annual Rate
$53,049
Range: $50,523 – $55,576
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$29.32/hr
Range: $27.93 – $30.73
Annual Rate
$61,006
Range: $58,101 – $63,912
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
