How much were you making in mining? How much are you looking to make out here?
Clyde,
I would start with the links below.
What type of mining did you do? I have had some experience with lead mining in Missouri.
How much were you making in mining? How much are you looking to make out here?
Gotten pretty used to 90k gross... probably half that takehome. Don't expect that from trucking, but don't really know what to expect. Don't really want to trust recruiters much, then be disappointed too much in the end.
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Clyde,
I would start with the links below.
What type of mining did you do? I have had some experience with lead mining in Missouri.
Surface gold and silver, all here in no.Nv. UG was in southeastern Utah.
Clyde,
Here's some more information from the forum:
I would recommend spending some time checking out the website and talking to some of the more experienced drivers. G-Town and Old School came to trucking later in life after other careers. They are both more than willing to share their experience and provide good advice.
And of course Bret Aquila.
Good luck.
Jim Palmer and Prime are my suggestions. If you are wanting to drive in the western states (west of I-75) go with Jim Palmer's Advanced fleet (pull prime trailers).
Wilson Logistics, Jim Palmer's parent company, really has that small company feel but the resources of a mega. 8 months into my driving career I couldn't be happier with my first choice.
If you have any questions about working for Jim Palmer Trucking let me know.
Hi Clyde, good to see your post. I know absolutely nothing about companies in the west. However, like you I came from a relatively well paying, skilled profession. Before I jumped into trucking, I made peace with the possibility that I might not make as much money in trucking, but pursuing a dream trumped the money. I'm only in my first year and I'm not making what I'm used to, but it's still pretty good and only going to get better. The crucial thing is that I love my job. My old job had gotten very stale. I've got an incredible support network here on TT and with my company. Yes, I get my butt chewed once in a while, from both sources, but it's for my own benefit. You have a background in trucking so you have a step up already, but if you've been away from it, you will get a very honest, realistic and up to date refresher course here.
Also, the company I work for, Schneider, operates in the west. They have treated me exceptionally well. You might want to put them on your list. And remember, if you are a miner, you have to wait until you are 21. Lol
With CFI I run the lower 48. The only states I haven't been to yet are Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island. Here is a link to my pay. I post my actual pay stubs and actual money. Good luck. I also suggest you go through our starter pack.
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I've been in mining for more than 28 years, and more than ready for a change. Prior to that, I had a short time...about a year...of commercial driving,mostly otr , but some local as well. Though it's been a long time ago, I think I've still got some idea what I'm getting into. Also, my work schedule...alternating shifts...has me accustomed to the 24/7 life.
The big question is, the best companies with training programs in the western states. This is going to sound like I want to start at the top and move up from there, but mining pays pretty well, and of course I'd like to make as much as I can.
Any advice or suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
P.S. So far, Prime, Pride, and Jim Palmer seem to look pretty interesting......
OTR:
Over The Road
OTR driving normally means you'll be hauling freight to various customers throughout your company's hauling region. It often entails being gone from home for two to three weeks at a time.