Transportation and Material Moving Jobs Pay in Ames, IA
Average Hourly Pay
$22.96
28.2%Below national average
Range: $21.87 – $24.06
Average Annual Pay
$47,764
28.2%Below national average
Range: $45,490 – $50,039
How much do Transportation and Material Moving Jobs make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
Entry Level
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$19.52/hr
Range: $18.59 – $20.45
Annual Rate
$40,599
Range: $38,667 – $42,533
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$22.96/hr
Range: $21.87 – $24.06
Annual Rate
$47,764
Range: $45,490 – $50,039
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$26.40/hr
Range: $25.15 – $27.67
Annual Rate
$54,929
Range: $52,313 – $57,545
Transportation and Material Moving Jobs job description
Transportation and Material Moving Jobs professionals are responsible for safely transporting goods or passengers. They operate vehicles, follow transportation regulations, and ensure timely deliveries while maintaining safety standards.
Responsibilities
- •Operate vehicles safely and efficiently
- •Follow transportation routes and schedules
- •Inspect and maintain vehicles
- •Complete required documentation
- •Follow DOT regulations
- •Provide excellent customer service
Skills
- •Safe driving skills
- •Navigation and route planning
- •Time management
- •Vehicle maintenance knowledge
- •Communication
- •Physical fitness
Qualifications
- •Valid commercial driver's license (if required)
- •Clean driving record
- •DOT physical examination
- •Background check
