Higher pay in lieu of benefits?

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  1. ZachDaddy97

    ZachDaddy97 Bobtail Member

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    I'm retired Army and in school getting my CDL. Like most newbs, I'm looking for my first driver job that hires zero experience.

    My question about benefits is kind of different. I dont need medical, dental, etc...i already have it for my family. My question is whether or not its appropriate to ask for higher pay and forfeit bennies. In other industries part of you pay is insurance.
     
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  3. LDLWells

    LDLWells Heavy Load Member

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    It could be local law that they have to offer you insurance. Doesn't hurt to ask
     
  4. Chinatown

    Chinatown Road Train Member

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    You can ask. Probably still make the same as other drivers but your pay won't have the deductions the other drivers have. So, you'll take home more.
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    What type trucking job do you want?
     
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  5. akfisher

    akfisher Road Train Member

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    The mega carriers definitely wont offer you more for sure.
     
  6. Dave_in_AZ

    Dave_in_AZ Road Train Member

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    My one driver is a retired CPO. He has full medical like you through tricare. He makes 6 figures. Call me when you have a year in with a clean record.
     
  7. Chinatown

    Chinatown Road Train Member

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    Ask that CPO about the "goat locker."
     
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  8. Dave_in_AZ

    Dave_in_AZ Road Train Member

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    For the rest of our studio audience I'd say ask yourself some questions -

    1) Do you get sick a lot?

    No- My doctor is whomever is attending the ER.

    2) Do you eat right and get some exercise?

    Yes

    3) Do you have a woman, or women in the family that need insurance? ( Women go to the doctor A LOT more)

    No

    4) Do you have children?

    Yes- But they are grown adults and have lives.

    5) This one is kinda important cause broken bones cost a lot more than you'd think, and especially if you're a 40 something and trying to act 25...............Are you an active person? IE- Sports, hiking, biking

    No
     
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  9. Jenn72

    Jenn72 Medium Load Member

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    Now you are bringing back memories :D
     
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  11. Jenn72

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    Almost every Friday afternoon. That is where major decisions are made o_O
     
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