Commercial Truck Driver

$69,360 earning potential

Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers transport goods from one location to another. Most tractor-trailer drivers are long-haul drivers and operate trucks with a total weight exceeding 26,000 pounds for the vehicle, passengers, and cargo. These drivers deliver goods over intercity routes that sometimes span several states.

$69,360

High-end Earners in

North Carolina ( Top 10% )

$47,860

median annual wage

$24

median hourly wage

Responsibilities

Transport products across long distances
Secure cargo for transport, using ropes, blocks, chain, binders, or covers
Communicate with a dispatcher about incidents on the road
Clean, maintain and inspect the truck
Check for mechanical issues and report any problems
Keep a log of working hours
Follow DOT guidelines
Follow all applicable traffic laws

North Carolina Job Outlook

11,070

Average annual job openings

82,088

Number of jobs by 2030

+2%

Expected growth from 2024 to 2030

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