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Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers Salaries
in Jackson, MS
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $30.16 – $33.18
Average Annual Pay
Range: $62,733 – $69,006
Salaries for Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers near Jackson
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$27.28
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Alaska, AK
$33.77
6.6%Higher than Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Jackson, MI
Arizona, AZ
$27.97
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Arkansas, AR
$28.56
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California, CA
$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
$26.92/hr
Range: $25.64 - $28.20
Annual Rate
$55,989
Range: $53,323 - $58,655
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$31.67/hr
Range: $30.16 - $33.18
Annual Rate
$65,869
Range: $62,733 - $69,006
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$36.42/hr
Range: $34.68 - $38.16
Annual Rate
$75,749
Range: $72,143 - $79,357
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
