Light Truck Drivers Jobs Pay in Morristown, TN
Average Hourly Pay
$24.49
23.5%Below national average
Range: $23.32 – $25.65
Average Annual Pay
$50,931
23.5%Below national average
Range: $48,506 – $53,356
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:
Entry Level
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$20.82/hr
Range: $19.82 – $21.80
Annual Rate
$43,291
Range: $41,230 – $45,353
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$24.49/hr
Range: $23.32 – $25.65
Annual Rate
$50,931
Range: $48,506 – $53,356
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$28.16/hr
Range: $26.82 – $29.50
Annual Rate
$58,571
Range: $55,782 – $61,359
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.
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
