Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators Jobs Pay in Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $20.91 – $23.00
Average Annual Pay
Range: $43,493 – $47,842
How much do Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators 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
$18.67/hr
Range: $17.77 – $19.55
Annual Rate
$38,817
Range: $36,969 – $40,666
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$21.96/hr
Range: $20.91 – $23.00
Annual Rate
$45,667
Range: $43,493 – $47,842
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$25.25/hr
Range: $24.05 – $26.45
Annual Rate
$52,517
Range: $50,017 – $55,018
Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators job description
Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators 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

