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Light Truck or Delivery Services Drivers

Job Information

Drive a light vehicle, such as a truck or van, with a capacity of less than 26,000 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), primarily to deliver or pick up merchandise or to deliver packages. May load and unload vehicle.

Information

  • Truck drivers and driver/sales workers comprise one of the largest occupations, holding 3.2 million jobs.
  • Overall job opportunities should be favorable, especially for long-haul drivers.
  • A commercial driver's license is the most important qualification for most jobs.

Statistics

Personality I'm hands on
Salary $29,080/yr ($14.54/hr)
Job Outlook Bright
Education High School diploma