Light Truck Drivers
SOC Code: 53-3033 Job Zone 2: Some Preparation Needed
Drive a light vehicle, such as a truck or van, with a capacity of less than 26,001 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), primarily to pick up merchandise or packages from a distribution center and deliver. May load and unload vehicle.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Light Truck Drivers. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alaska nonmetropolitan area | $43,056 | $54,122 | $65,208 | $76,274 |
| Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $34,320 | $47,570 | $60,798 | $74,048 |
| Anchorage, AK | $38,979 | $49,795 | $60,632 | $71,448 |
| Hagerstown-Martinsburg, MD-WV | $35,443 | $46,030 | $56,638 | $67,226 |
| Flagstaff, AZ | $35,006 | $45,718 | $56,430 | $67,142 |
| Boise City, ID | $35,568 | $45,885 | $56,222 | $66,539 |
| College Station-Bryan, TX | $30,326 | $41,954 | $53,581 | $65,208 |
| Eastern Sierra-Mother Lode Region of California nonmetropolitan area | $37,149 | $46,405 | $55,661 | $64,917 |
| Gulfport-Biloxi, MS | $29,910 | $41,538 | $53,144 | $64,771 |
| West North Dakota nonmetropolitan area | $38,251 | $46,821 | $55,370 | $63,939 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Monitoring | 3.1 | |
| Speaking | 3.1 | |
| Operation and Control | 3.1 | |
| Active Listening | 3.1 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 3.1 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.0 | |
| Time Management | 3.0 | |
| Service Orientation | 2.8 | |
| Operations Monitoring | 2.8 | |
| Social Perceptiveness | 2.8 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| English Language | 3.8 |
| Transportation | 3.4 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 3.4 |
| Public Safety and Security | 2.9 |
| Administrative | 2.6 |
| Mechanical | 2.5 |
| Administration and Management | 2.4 |
| Mathematics | 2.4 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| High school diploma | 74.0% |
| Less than high school | 24.6% |
| Associate's degree | 1.2% |
Typical Tasks
- Obey traffic laws and follow established traffic and transportation procedures.
- Inspect and maintain vehicle supplies and equipment, such as gas, oil, water, tires, lights, or brakes, to ensure that vehicles are in proper working condition.
- Report any mechanical problems encountered with vehicles.
- Present bills and receipts and collect payments for goods delivered or loaded.
- Load and unload trucks, vans, or automobiles.
- Verify the contents of inventory loads against shipping papers.
- Maintain records, such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements, in accordance with regulations.
- Read maps and follow written or verbal geographic directions.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
Microsoft Excel Microsoft Office software Microsoft Outlook Microsoft Windows Automatic routing software Computerized inventory tracking software Eko FreightDATA IBM Domino Internet browser software Inventory management systems Package location and tracking software Recordkeeping software Vehicle location and tracking software
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