

Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers

Job Description
Must have a commercial drivers' license to drive a motor vehicle with a capacity of at least 26,000 pounds gross vehicle weight.
Skills and Abilities
Quick reflexes, problem solving skills, good spatial awareness, good vision, endurance, and the ability to follow rules and procedures.
Education

Associate Degree or Middle Skill (Licensing Required)
Job Duties
Check to make sure vehicles are running well, follow safety procedures for transporting dangerous goods, and inspect cargo to ensure that it's secure.
Technology
Data Base User Interface and Query Software
Route Navigation Software
Spreadsheet Software

Median Earnings
$17.28 per hour