Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers Jobs Pay in St. Louis, MO
Average Hourly Pay
$28.60
10.6%Below national average
Range: $27.24 – $29.96
Average Annual Pay
$59,492
10.6%Below national average
Range: $56,659 – $62,325
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
$24.31/hr
Range: $23.15 – $25.47
Annual Rate
$50,568
Range: $48,160 – $52,976
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$28.60/hr
Range: $27.24 – $29.96
Annual Rate
$59,492
Range: $56,659 – $62,325
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$32.89/hr
Range: $31.33 – $34.45
Annual Rate
$68,416
Range: $65,158 – $71,674
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
