CDL Truck Driver - Philadelphia, PA

As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the federal minimum wage for covered nonexempt drivers is $7.25 per hour as of 2026. Overtime pay is required at 1.5 times the regular rate for hours worked over 40 in a workweek. California mandates $16.50 per hour effective January 1, 2025, for non-exempt drivers.

As per the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage for heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers is $57,440 as of May 2023, equivalent to $27.62 per hour. The lowest 10 percent earn less than $39,520 annually, while the top 10 percent earn more than $78,800. These rates apply nationwide with regional variations.

As per U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, H-2B visas for temporary non-agricultural workers, including certain drivers, have a regular annual cap of 66,000 with up to 64,716 supplemental visas for FY 2025. Employers must obtain temporary labor certification from DOL before filing Form I-129. Processing takes 3-6 months typically.

As per the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, commercial drivers must be 21 years old for interstate operations, possess a valid CDL, and pass a DOT physical exam renewed every 24 months. No college education is required, but a high school diploma or equivalent is common. A clean motor vehicle record is mandatory.