Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers Jobs Pay in Houma-Bayou Cane-Thibodaux, LA
Average Hourly Pay
$24.76
22.6%Below national average
Range: $23.58 – $25.94
Average Annual Pay
$51,499
22.6%Below national average
Range: $49,046 – $53,951
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
$21.05/hr
Range: $20.04 – $22.05
Annual Rate
$43,774
Range: $41,689 – $45,858
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$24.76/hr
Range: $23.58 – $25.94
Annual Rate
$51,499
Range: $49,046 – $53,951
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$28.47/hr
Range: $27.12 – $29.83
Annual Rate
$59,224
Range: $56,403 – $62,044
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
