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What they do
A Tractor-Trailer Truck Driver drives large commercial vehicles such as tractor-trailers, semi-trucks, or big rigs. Responsibilities typically include transporting cargo across long distances, sometimes over the course of multiple days. They may work for trucking companies, freight carriers, logistics, or shipping companies.
$44,729 / year median in Alabama
-10% projected decline
Job Description
Local home-daily position based out of Opelika, AL Runs primarily to Atlanta, Birmingham, and southern Georgia No-touch freight Average 1,200-1,800 miles per week 5-day work schedule: $1,200 per week 6-day work schedule: $1,300-$1,550 per week Short-haul pay: $40 for loads under 51 miles Stop pay: 5-day schedule: $10 all stops 6-day schedule: $10 first stop, $15 for additional stops Some wait time at customer locations and backhauls may be part of the route
Job Requirements:
Valid Class A CDL Trainee and experienced drivers considered Must live within 40 miles of Opelika, AL 36801 No endorsements required Must be available for day or night shifts Weekend work required Holiday work may be required
Wage Range:
1200.00 - 1500.00 per week
General Description of Benefits:
Home Daily Local driving position with daily home time No-touch freight Average weekly earnings of $1,200-$1,500 Full-time work with 5- or 6-day schedules
Benefits
- Dental Insurance