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Should I go back into trucking?

Discussion in 'Experienced Truckers' Advice' started by iceman32, Jun 15, 2020.

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  1. Jun 15, 2020 #1
    iceman32

    iceman32 Medium Load Member

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    With the current events that is going on, I’m being targeted because I look like law enforcement. I’m getting followed, harassed...can’t even get gas without someone yelling “pig” lol. The only difference between armed security and law enforcement is that our platecard and badge is silver. Gold is for law enforcement. This week I’ve started going to and from work without my uniform because it’s getting dangerous. The company I work for is getting a contract with a gated community (has lots of wealthy people), and the client wants armed security with patrol rifles and they’re paying $14/hr. I’m like get out of here with that crap lol.

    Anyway what are your thoughts guys? Should I go back to Reefer or relocation? I’m going to a job fair in my area this weekend, Interstate relocation moving company.

    My other option is to save a bit of money and take a heavy equipment course that is sponsored by CAT. I don’t know which specialization yet, boom, crane, digger, or overweight/oversized..
     
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  3. Jun 15, 2020 #2
    Short Fuse EOD

    Short Fuse EOD Road Train Member

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    I am a company driver and do very well in OTR reefer. I’m almost make double now than what I did than open deck/OS. I am happy.
     
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  4. Jun 15, 2020 #3
    Hazmat Cat

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    $14 an hour? No.
     
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  5. Jun 15, 2020 #4
    Atlaw4u

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    I would make the switch and probably give the heavy equipment course a shot. If you don't like it you could probably use what you learned in heavy haul trucking.
     
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  7. Jun 15, 2020 #5
    Chinatown

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  8. Jun 15, 2020 #6
    jason6541

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    Try heavy equipment, stay the hell away from trucking. Can’t wait to get out after almost 31 years.
     
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  9. Jun 15, 2020 #7
    86scotty

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    No, don't get in to trucking. Drive a forklift instead. Plenty of opportunity for advancement in all of the fine warehouses I frequent.
     
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  10. Jun 15, 2020 #8
    Rideandrepair

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    Crane Operators do pretty good. Electrical Union Operators, $$$$
     
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  11. Jun 15, 2020 #9
    jeffman164

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    I would take the heavy equipment course.
     
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  12. Jun 15, 2020 #10
    ExOTR

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    Heavy equipment would let you use your Cdl in combination, makes you a more flexible hire imo.
     
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