Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers Jobs Pay in Elizabethtown, KY
Average Hourly Pay
$26.73
16.5%Below national average
Range: $25.46 – $28.01
Average Annual Pay
$55,605
16.5%Below national average
Range: $52,957 – $58,252
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
$22.72/hr
Range: $21.64 – $23.81
Annual Rate
$47,264
Range: $45,013 – $49,514
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$26.73/hr
Range: $25.46 – $28.01
Annual Rate
$55,605
Range: $52,957 – $58,252
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$30.74/hr
Range: $29.28 – $32.21
Annual Rate
$63,946
Range: $60,901 – $66,990
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
