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I turned down a job today !!

Discussion in 'Trucking Jobs' started by jtrnr1951, Dec 23, 2009.

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  1. Dec 23, 2009 #1
    jtrnr1951

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    The requirements: 5 years experience OTR, No points or accidents-3 years, pass a mechanical abilities test, current passport, ability to be self motivated, pass a physical (that would make Dr Michael Baden shiver). ...
    I figured, no problem--so when I asked about the rate of pay.............$9.00 an hour !!!!!! My jaw dropped, so he noticed my disappointment and assured me that I could get 40 hours every week !!! I don't believe this stuff !! This wasn't some small outfit, it was a state university !!!! Sad............Oh well, back to hitting the bricks !!!
     
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  3. Dec 23, 2009 #2
    LavenderTrucker

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    That is ridiculous.... No that is insulting... $9.00 and hour for an experienced driver of 5 years, mechanically able and squeaky clean...
    :biggrin_25513:
     
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    Roadmedic

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    3 years ago, to haul propane locally, they offerred me 8.00 per hour.

    Told them where to stick it.
     
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  5. Dec 23, 2009 #4
    jtrnr1951

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    Funny, checking on a propane job tomarrow........
     
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    otherhalftw

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    And this will continue..since there is so many "rookies" with CDLs and little experience, these companies can offer bottom wage and get someone to take it!
     
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  8. Dec 23, 2009 #6
    mike76

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    not so much rookies. just a lot of drivers out of work. The companies can be picky on who they hire. two years ago. most would take any warm body to drive for them. It's A whole new story now.
     
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  9. Dec 24, 2009 #7
    Allow Me.

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    Driving for a state University. Here's my take. Easy working conditions, great benefits, weekends off, no layoffs, maintained equipment, pay raises, paid vacation, job security, fair treatment, so who cares if you have to bunk in with the in-laws?
     
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  10. Dec 27, 2009 #8
    whodat54321

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    That sounds about as bad as the temp. circuit class b job I left in San Diego and went back to OTR. Only made 9.75/hr running class b, and the rare class a gig only paid 13.50, and that was VERY rare.

    The local scene was looking really bad then... seems things haven't changed much.
     
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    Bigarmin88

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    Welcome to Florida,matter where you go in Florida unless your a doctor or a lawyer,you aren't going make no money.I know how you feel,ran into that about year ago.
     
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  12. Dec 27, 2009 #10
    vinsanity

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    Yep...take a gander at jobs on craigslist for south Florida. All the Btruck jobs pay a whole 8-10/hr. Same with any skilled job like tilig, etc. They want you to have tons of experience but won't pay for it.
     
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