Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers Jobs Pay in San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA
Average Hourly Pay
$35.11
9.7%Above national average
Range: $33.44 – $36.78
Average Annual Pay
$73,033
9.7%Above national average
Range: $69,555 – $76,511
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
$29.84/hr
Range: $28.42 – $31.26
Annual Rate
$62,078
Range: $59,122 – $65,034
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$35.11/hr
Range: $33.44 – $36.78
Annual Rate
$73,033
Range: $69,555 – $76,511
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$40.38/hr
Range: $38.46 – $42.30
Annual Rate
$83,988
Range: $79,988 – $87,988
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
