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The average salary for a Truck Driver in U.S. is $50,340.

Annual Average Salary Information

Annual Average Salary: $50,340

$30,710$72,730

Hourly Pay Information

Hourly Average Salary: $24.20

$14.77$34.97

What does a Truck Driver earn?

Truck drivers in the United States typically earn an average annual salary of $50,340. These drivers may transport goods and materials from one location to another, as well as handle paperwork associated with the cargo. Truck drivers must possess skills such as time management, map-reading, and route planning in order to effectively navigate unknown areas and manage cargo safety and security.

How to earn more as a Truck Driver

If you want to become a truck driver, you will need to obtain your Commercial Driver's License (CDL) from your local DMV. After that, you can pursue employment opportunities with the transportation and logistics industry. To increase your earning potential, you can specialize in certain types of cargo, such as hazardous materials or refrigerated goods. You could also gain experience as an independent contractor or even start your own trucking business.

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Dedicated CDL A Truck Driver in Seattle

Dedicated Class A CDL Truck Driver


We are immediately hiring a local dedicated CDL Class A truck driver at our Seattle, WA service center.


Pay Range: $35.50-$35.50/hr


Location


Seattle, WA


Job Summary


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Truck Driver in Seattle

Looking to hire New and experienced class A CDL drivers for our dedicated western lanes.

On this route you will be expected to run 2 weeks out at a time running 2000-2500 miles a week.Read more

Reefer Truck Driver in

Reefer Truck Driver – $18–$19/hr| Weekly Pay | Full-Time | Oʻahu

Aloha Hospitality Professionals (AlohaHP) is seeking reliable and safety-minded Reefer Truck Drivers to join our floral distribution team. This role is essential to keeping Hawaiʻi's floral industry mo ...Read more

CDL Hazmat Truck Driver - Sign-On + Training + 50% Travel in

Clean Harbors, Inc. in Anchorage, AK is seeking a Class A CDL HAZMAT Truck Driver/Lab Pack Technician. This role includes operating various heavy and light duty trucks, as well as hazardous waste handling.

The position offers a $7,000 sign-on bonus and covers expenses for a two-week out-of- ...Read more

HAZMAT Truck Driver / Lab Pack Technician - $7000 Sign On Bonus in

Job Overview


Clean Harbors in Anchorage, AK is seeking a Class A CDL HAZMAT Truck Driver/Lab Pack Technician to operate a variety of heavy and light duty trucks/work equipment at customer sites. The role includes driving and non-driving duties associated with hazardous waste cle ...Read more

CDL Truck Driver in Boston

Are you a CDL-A/-B Truck Driver looking for a career instead of just another job? Do you want the chance to work for a company where advancement is generated internally? Would you like to work at a dynamic, energetic, growing company, with a strong family oriented culture in the Utility indust ...Read more

Mail Specialist/Truck Driver #121 in Washington

Mail Specialist/Truck Driver #121


Target Hiring Range: $70,000-$80,000


Department: Support Operations
Posting Date Range: 7/21/2026-8/4/2026
Pay Grade Range: $64000-$110790
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Hours: 6:30AM-3:30PM
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Hazmat CDL Truck Driver — $7K Sign-On + Training in

Clean Harbors in Anchorage, AK is seeking a Class A CDL HAZMAT Truck Driver/Lab Pack Technician to operate various heavy and light duty trucks. The role includes managing hazardous waste clean-ups and ensuring compliance with all regulations.

With a starting pay between $32-$36/hr and a $7, ...Read more

HAZMAT Truck Driver / Lab Pack Technician - $7000 Sign On Bonus in

Clean Harbors in Anchorage, AK is seeking a Class A CDL HAZMAT Truck Driver/Lab Pack Technician to operate a variety of heavy and light duty trucks/work equipment at our customer sites; some of the vehicles operated include vacuum trucks, cuscos, guzzlers, and roll offs. This role is re ...Read more

Team Lead – Outdoor Junk Removal & Truck Driver in Raleigh

VETS Junk Removal & Dumpsters in Raleigh, NC is seeking a part-time Team Lead to manage daily jobs and guide a small crew. This role includes driving a truck and trailer, removing items from homes and businesses, and ensuring tasks are completed safely and efficiently.

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