Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers Jobs Pay in Myrtle Beach-Conway-North Myrtle Beach, SC
Average Hourly Pay
$24.13
24.6%Below national average
Range: $22.98 – $25.28
Average Annual Pay
$50,188
24.6%Below national average
Range: $47,798 – $52,578
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
$20.51/hr
Range: $19.53 – $21.49
Annual Rate
$42,660
Range: $40,628 – $44,691
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$24.13/hr
Range: $22.98 – $25.28
Annual Rate
$50,188
Range: $47,798 – $52,578
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$27.75/hr
Range: $26.43 – $29.07
Annual Rate
$57,716
Range: $54,968 – $60,465
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
