Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers
Future Prospects
99%
Employment Demand
99%
Wage Potential
32%
Median Salary
$54,320
Annual
Total Employment
2,044,400
Number of jobs
New Jobs
102,000
Projected next 10 years
Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers
Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers transport goods over long distances, often across state or national borders.
Career Preparation
Typical Education for Entry
Postsecondary nondegree award
Recommended Work Experience in Related Occupation
None
Typical On-the-Job Training
Short-term on-the-job training