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Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers Salaries
in Rhode Island, RI
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $28.79 – $31.67
Average Annual Pay
Range: $59,883 – $65,872
Salaries for Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers near Rhode Island
Similar positions in nearby locations 100 miles
Alabama, AL
$27.28
9.8%Lower than Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Rhode Island, RI
Alaska, AK
$33.77
11.7%Higher than Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Rhode Island, RI
Arizona, AZ
$27.97
7.5%Lower than Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Rhode Island, RI
Arkansas, AR
$28.56
5.5%Lower than Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Rhode Island, RI
California, CA
$30.53
1.0%Higher than Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Rhode Island, RI
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
$25.70/hr
Range: $24.47 - $26.92
Annual Rate
$53,445
Range: $50,901 - $55,991
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$30.23/hr
Range: $28.79 - $31.67
Annual Rate
$62,877
Range: $59,883 - $65,872
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$34.76/hr
Range: $33.11 - $36.42
Annual Rate
$72,309
Range: $68,865 - $75,753
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
