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Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers Salaries
in Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $28.84 – $31.72
Average Annual Pay
Range: $59,987 – $65,986
Salaries for Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers near Lafayette-West Lafayette
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$27.28
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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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$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
$25.74/hr
Range: $24.51 - $26.96
Annual Rate
$53,539
Range: $50,989 - $56,088
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$30.28/hr
Range: $28.84 - $31.72
Annual Rate
$62,987
Range: $59,987 - $65,986
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$34.82/hr
Range: $33.17 - $36.48
Annual Rate
$72,435
Range: $68,985 - $75,884
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
