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Intermodal?

Can someone explain to a newbie what type of work this is?

I understand you get home much more - is this true?

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Hauling containers off a sea port or rail port. Some of its OTR, some isn't, getting you home more.
It has a reputation for low paying, and rough work conditions.
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Can someone explain to a newbie what type of work this is?

I understand you get home much more - is this true?

thanks!
Just like myself - 53 years old 30 years in Engineering thinking get some fun in trucking industry as engineering is moving to China
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