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Student Truck Driver

Transportation
Truck and Bus Drivers
Tractor-Trailer Truck Driver

Drive a tractor-trailer combination or a truck with a capacity of at least 26,001 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW). May be required to unload truck. Requires commercial drivers' license. Includes tow truck drivers.

At a Glance

Student Truck Driver earns an average of $91,000/yr. Top skills: Valid Driver's License, CDL Class A License, Energetic.

Avg Annual Salary

$91,000/yr

Typical Education

Varies

Experience

Varies

Job Postings

N/A

Parent Occupation (O*NET)

Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers

Bright Outlook

Median Wage

$57,440/yr

Growth (2024-34)

+4.0%

Education

Postsecondary nondegree award

Skills & Requirements

Specialized Skills (4)

Good Driving Record

4.5

Applied Research

3.9

Gymnastics

3.6

Home Health Care

3.4

Common Skills (3)

Energetic

4.6

Self-Motivation

4.1

Customer Service

3.8

Certifications (3)

Valid Driver's License

5.0

CDL Class A License

4.8

Tanker Endorsement

4.3

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