Light truck drivers
SOC Code: 53-3033Also known as:
Bulk Delivery Driver, Car Escort, Commercial Driver, Deliverer, Delivery Driver
Median Annual Salary
$44,140
+7.3% growth (2024-2034)
120K
Openings/Year
1.1M
Current Jobs
What Light truck drivers Do
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.
💰 Salary
$44,140
Median annual wage (2024)
📈 Job Growth
+7.3%
Faster than average
🎓 Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Typical entry-level requirement
🚀 Annual Openings
120K
Projected average per year
📚 On-the-Job Training
Short-term on-the-job training
Expected training period
Employment Projections (2024-2034)
Current Employment (2024)
1,079,800
Projected Employment (2034)
1,158,600
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$38,340 •
+8.2% growth
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$37,130 •
+8.8% growth
Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers
$57,440 •
+4.0% growth
Shuttle drivers and chauffeurs
$36,670 •
+6.7% growth
Taxi drivers
$36,220 •
+11.1% growth
Top Skills Required
Reading Comprehension
Active Listening
Speaking
Monitoring
Operation and Control
Daily Tasks & Responsibilities
- Obey traffic laws and follow established traffic and transportation procedures.
- Report any mechanical problems encountered with vehicles.
- Verify the contents of inventory loads against shipping papers.
- 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.
- Read maps and follow written or verbal geographic directions.
- Load and unload trucks, vans, or automobiles.
- Present bills and receipts and collect payments for goods delivered or loaded.
- Maintain records, such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements, in accordance with regulations.
- Drive vehicles with capacities under three tons to transport materials to and from specified destinations, such as railroad stations, plants, residences, offices, or within industrial yards.
Technology & Tools
📚 Entry-Level Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Most common requirement
🎯 Recommended Education
High School Diploma
O*NET recommended level
Degree Programs for Light truck drivers
These degree programs can prepare you for a career as a light truck drivers:
Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor
21,399 degrees awarded •
228 colleges offer this program
Best Colleges for Becoming a Light truck drivers
Ranked by Repit grade, then by degrees in related programs. These are the top-rated colleges that prepare students to become light truck drivers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much do light truck drivers make?
The median annual salary for light truck drivers is $44,140.
What education do light truck drivers need?
Most light truck drivers positions require a high school diploma or equivalent.
Common degree programs include Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor.
Is becoming light truck drivers a good career choice?
Light truck drivers is projected to see +7.3% job growth from 2024 to 2034,
which is faster than average for all occupations. With approximately 120,200 job openings expected annually,
there are good opportunities for those entering the field.
What are the best colleges for light truck drivers?
Top colleges for aspiring light truck drivers include
Uintah Basin Technical College, Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Jackson, U.S. Truck Driver Training School, Central Technology Center, Ohio Business College-Dayton-Driving Academy.
These schools are ranked based on their Repit grade and the number of graduates in related programs.
What other job titles are similar to light truck drivers?
Light truck drivers may also be known as: Bulk Delivery Driver, Car Escort, Commercial Driver, Deliverer, Delivery Driver, Delivery Person, Delivery Truck Driver, Directories Distributor, Directory Carrier, Distributor Operator, Driver, DSP Driver (Delivery Service Partner Driver), Errand Runner, Escort Vehicle Driver, Explosives Truck Driver, Food Service Driver, Grocery Light Truck Driver, Independent Driver, Light Truck Driver, Local Driver.
These titles often refer to similar roles with varying responsibilities or specializations.