Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers

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Transport goods around the country on trucks with a capacity of at least 26,000 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW).

Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers drive a tractor-trailer combination or a truck with a capacity of at least 26,000 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW). They may unload trucks.

Wages	$28.11 per hour on average
Demand	High Demand
Outlook	The outlook is Good
Education & Training	High School or less is typically required.
Related Programs (Current training programs available)	Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor
On the Job	Work Activities Follow safety procedures for vehicle operation. Operate vehicles or material-moving equipment. Inspect cargo areas for cleanliness or condition. Inspect motor vehicles. Monitor cargo area conditions. Read maps to determine routes. Review work orders or schedules to determine operations or procedures. Operate communications equipment or systems. Choose optimal transportation routes or speeds. Notify others of emergencies, problems, or hazards.
Career Pathways	Transportation Operations
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