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Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers Salaries
in Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $31.15 – $34.27
Average Annual Pay
Range: $64,792 – $71,271
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$27.28
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Alaska, AK
$33.77
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Arizona, AZ
$27.97
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$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
$27.80/hr
Range: $26.48 - $29.13
Annual Rate
$57,827
Range: $55,073 - $60,580
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$32.71/hr
Range: $31.15 - $34.27
Annual Rate
$68,032
Range: $64,792 - $71,271
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$37.62/hr
Range: $35.82 - $39.41
Annual Rate
$78,237
Range: $74,511 - $81,962
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
