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Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers Salaries
in Joplin, MO-KS, MO
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $25.67 – $28.24
Average Annual Pay
Range: $53,394 – $58,733
Salaries for Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers near Joplin, MO-KS
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$33.77
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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
$22.91/hr
Range: $21.82 - $24.00
Annual Rate
$47,654
Range: $45,385 - $49,923
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$26.95/hr
Range: $25.67 - $28.24
Annual Rate
$56,063
Range: $53,394 - $58,733
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$30.99/hr
Range: $29.52 - $32.48
Annual Rate
$64,472
Range: $61,403 - $67,543
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
