Loader/driver vs class b driver

The differences between loader/drivers and class b drivers can be seen in a few details. Each job has different responsibilities and duties. While it typically takes 2-4 years to become a loader/driver, becoming a class b driver takes usually requires 1-2 years. Additionally, a class b driver has an average salary of $44,233, which is higher than the $39,446 average annual salary of a loader/driver.

The top three skills for a loader/driver include CDL, safety equipment and post-trip inspections. The most important skills for a class b driver are CDL, DOT, and customer service.

Loader/driver vs class b driver overview

	Loader/Driver	Class B Driver
Yearly salary	$39,446	$44,233
Hourly rate	$18.96	$21.27
Growth rate	7%	4%
Number of jobs	137,815	703,020
Job satisfaction	-	-
Most common degree	High School Diploma, 48%	High School Diploma, 46%
Average age	43	48
Years of experience	4	2

Loader/driver vs class b driver salary

Loader/drivers and class b drivers have different pay scales, as shown below.

	Loader/Driver	Class B Driver
Average salary	$39,446	$44,233
Salary range	Between $26,000 And $59,000	Between $35,000 And $55,000
Highest paying City	New York, NY	Kent, WA
Highest paying state	New York	Washington
Best paying company	Bulkmatic Transport	Ilitch Holdings
Best paying industry	Utilities	Construction

Differences between loader/driver and class b driver education

There are a few differences between a loader/driver and a class b driver in terms of educational background:

	Loader/Driver	Class B Driver
Most common degree	High School Diploma, 48%	High School Diploma, 46%
Most common major	Business	Business
Most common college	-	-

Loader/driver vs class b driver demographics

Here are the differences between loader/drivers' and class b drivers' demographics:

	Loader/Driver	Class B Driver
Average age	43	48
Gender ratio	Male, 92.4% Female, 7.6%	Male, 90.1% Female, 9.9%
Race ratio	Black or African American, 15.4% Unknown, 4.4% Hispanic or Latino, 17.0% Asian, 2.5% White, 59.8% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.8%	Black or African American, 12.1% Unknown, 4.8% Hispanic or Latino, 18.4% Asian, 3.8% White, 60.1% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.8%
LGBT Percentage	4%	4%

Differences between loader/driver and class b driver duties and responsibilities

Loader/driver example responsibilities.

DOT certify to drive trucks.
Operate automated and semi-automate hoisting devices that raise refuse bins and empty contents.
Deliver and run all parts of the DFW Metroplex, and love the work
Maintain a neat and clean work area, follow OSHA standards for safe material handling.
Deliver auto supplies Unload/loading supplies upon delivery used GPS
Conduct deliveries of medical equipment throughout Florida, collect payments, and ensure proper cleanliness of medical equipment

Class b driver example responsibilities.

Maintain dot log books daily.
Used a RF scanner to maintain inventory.
Use of tow motors and RF scanners also.
Follow all rules and regulations while safely transporting HazMat cargo.
Follow all organizational and OSHA rules and guidelines regarding handling of hazardous waste materials.
Operate propane sit-down, electric stand-up, and special Hazmat forklifts to load and unload inventory.

Loader/driver vs class b driver skills

Common loader/driver skills

CDL, 28%
Safety Equipment, 11%
Post-Trip Inspections, 9%
DOT, 9%
OSHA, 5%
Safety Policies, 4%

Common class b driver skills

CDL, 30%
DOT, 13%
Customer Service, 9%
Customer Locations, 5%
Straight Truck, 5%
Post-Trip Inspections, 4%

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Updated January 8, 2025

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