Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers Jobs Pay in Durham-Chapel Hill, NC
Average Hourly Pay
$27.95
12.7%Below national average
Range: $26.62 – $29.28
Average Annual Pay
$58,138
12.7%Below national average
Range: $55,370 – $60,907
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
$23.76/hr
Range: $22.63 – $24.89
Annual Rate
$49,417
Range: $47,065 – $51,771
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$27.95/hr
Range: $26.62 – $29.28
Annual Rate
$58,138
Range: $55,370 – $60,907
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$32.14/hr
Range: $30.61 – $33.67
Annual Rate
$66,859
Range: $63,675 – $70,043
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
