Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers Jobs Pay in Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA
Average Hourly Pay
$30.73
4.0%Below national average
Range: $29.27 – $32.20
Average Annual Pay
$63,926
4.0%Below national average
Range: $60,882 – $66,970
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
$26.12/hr
Range: $24.88 – $27.37
Annual Rate
$54,337
Range: $51,750 – $56,925
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$30.73/hr
Range: $29.27 – $32.20
Annual Rate
$63,926
Range: $60,882 – $66,970
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$35.34/hr
Range: $33.66 – $37.03
Annual Rate
$73,515
Range: $70,014 – $77,016
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
