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Light Truck Drivers Salaries
in Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $22.55 – $24.81
Average Annual Pay
Range: $46,904 – $51,594
Salaries for Light Truck Drivers near Des Moines-West Des Moines
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$21.83
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$30.74
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Arizona, AZ
$25.98
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Arkansas, AR
$21.83
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California, CA
$25.81
9.0%Higher than Light Truck Drivers in Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA
How much do Light 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:
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$20.13/hr
Range: $19.17 - $21.09
Annual Rate
$41,862
Range: $39,868 - $43,855
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$23.68/hr
Range: $22.55 - $24.81
Annual Rate
$49,249
Range: $46,904 - $51,594
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$27.23/hr
Range: $25.93 - $28.53
Annual Rate
$56,636
Range: $53,940 - $59,333
Light Truck Drivers job description
Light 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.
- •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
