Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers Jobs Pay in Tennessee, TN
Average Hourly Pay
$29.12
9.0%Below national average
Range: $27.73 – $30.50
Average Annual Pay
$60,562
9.0%Below national average
Range: $57,678 – $63,446
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
$24.75/hr
Range: $23.57 – $25.93
Annual Rate
$51,478
Range: $49,026 – $53,929
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$29.12/hr
Range: $27.73 – $30.50
Annual Rate
$60,562
Range: $57,678 – $63,446
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$33.49/hr
Range: $31.89 – $35.07
Annual Rate
$69,646
Range: $66,330 – $72,963
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
