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Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers Salaries
in Columbus, IN
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $28.41 – $31.25
Average Annual Pay
Range: $59,093 – $65,002
Salaries for Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers near Columbus
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Alabama, AL
$27.28
8.5%Lower than Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Columbus, IN
Alaska, AK
$33.77
13.2%Higher than Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Columbus, IN
Arizona, AZ
$27.97
6.2%Lower than Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Columbus, IN
Arkansas, AR
$28.56
4.3%Lower than Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Columbus, IN
California, CA
$30.53
2.3%Higher than Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Columbus, IN
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
$25.36/hr
Range: $24.15 - $26.56
Annual Rate
$52,740
Range: $50,229 - $55,252
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$29.83/hr
Range: $28.41 - $31.25
Annual Rate
$62,047
Range: $59,093 - $65,002
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$34.30/hr
Range: $32.67 - $35.94
Annual Rate
$71,354
Range: $67,957 - $74,752
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
