Tank Car, Truck, and Ship Loaders
Role Overview
Load and unload chemicals and bulk solids, such as coal, sand, and grain, into or from tank cars, trucks, or ships, using material moving equipment. May perform a variety of other tasks relating to shipment of products. May gauge or sample shipping tanks and test them for leaks.
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Salary by State (top paying)
| State | Median salary |
|---|---|
| Alabama | $85,260 |
| Alaska | $83,330 |
| Maryland | $79,860 |
| South Carolina | $79,250 |
| Massachusetts | $74,060 |
| Illinois | $67,600 |
| Florida | $67,340 |
| Kentucky | $66,640 |
| New Hampshire | $63,220 |
| Pennsylvania | $62,850 |
| Louisiana | $62,300 |
| Missouri | $61,560 |
| California | $59,510 |
| Texas | $59,430 |
| Michigan | $59,370 |
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Median Annual Salary
$58,070
Projected Growth (10yr)
+4.3%
Avg. annual openings
1.3k
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