Is it really that low for your area? I don't live there so I don't know.
Take a look at what OTR drivers make (or lack thereof). Don't forget that they have to pay out of pocket for meals on the road. That gets to be expensive. You need to also take into consideration the time spent working for free when comparing OTR to local work. Also, look at what your hometime would be compared to OTR. I know that I would rather be home with my family every night.
Take a look at the benefits they offer compared to other companies. Most people forget to factor that into their wages. It does add up. Good luck to you.
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Local fuel hauling jobs. Give it a try!!
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I do believe that the pay is regional. I know because Bento got no where near that in Las Vegas. 8 years ago they were just above $15 an hour. They also dropped the number of trucks there.
Tim, I think where ever you go it will be a stepping stone for you since you already have a foot in the door with the company we discussed before. Just keep them up dated on any moves you make and you'll get there sooner or later. That is unless you find a better company. The way it was when I was there nobody paid better or had better benefits than the majors like Chevron, Arco, 76, Shell, and so on. The majors are the ones that own the oil field, pump the crude, move it on their own ships, refine it at their refinery, and move the final product on their own trucks.
And back to the OP. Gasoline tankers have the best work I've ever had. Sure there's problems on some days but I've had alot more good days than bad. The benefits were outrageous and you feel kind of guilty when you get your paycheck. Handling the hoses are real easy (if you don't have the pump hoses) and loading the truck is a breeze. The loading heads are counter weighted and you can lift them with one hand. Then you sit back and wait. There's not too many jobs where you sit back and watch the product run off the truck. You just have to always remember what you're hauling and never take any chances.mje Thanks this. -
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Is it a standard that tanker companies only hire drivers with 0 points? I have 1 point and was turned down by one company.. I am trying to get on with Williams here in West Sacramento. Also how long does a point stay on your record in Ca? I have been driving a log truck for 3 years and the The company I work for is closing the mill I work at. I am going to transfer to another mill but I think the lumber industy is going to be down for the next few years, so I am hoping to get on with someone hauling fuel.
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Anyone know anything about Coastal Fuel transportation?
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