Time for a change...thinking about flatbed.

Family first let all your decision be based on that. What gives you total freedom is running your own trucking company. That would allow you to do local work if you are in the right area. That requires the business knowledge to be successful ( not saying you can't) You could be there for your family. I don't know what your plans are but I know it is challenging for families in the trucking industry even more being a single parent.
I would look for local work regardless running over the road doesn't work for a single parent (my opinion) I did local work & I'm married with children for the benefit of my family. I just went back to over the road. Our children are grown now. I knew a FedEx ground opportunity that is in the York Pennsylvania area that use to advertise whatever schedule you need they would work with you. I hope the best for you and your family.

 

Buddy of mine works out of Wal-Mart DC in Loveland made 6 figures last year and longest he is out is 5-6 days. You have to be willing to follow their rules, but good money, benefits, and hometime. Right now they are looking for another 20+ drivers.

 

Walmart is an excellent recommendation.
Full benefits package and many are making $100G a year with good hometime.


No Loading or Unloading Freight
Medical Plan Benefits That Start on Day 1
Associate discounts in-store and online
Education assistance for Associate and dependents
Earn Up to 21 Paid Days Off in Your First Year
Retirement Pension Plan

 

Ain’t no feeling like cow mobiling!

 

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Being a single mom, with a teenager, I think if I were in that position, I'd wanna be home daily. (just my opinion)

And if being home daily is my preference, I'd look at UPS as a feeder driver. You said you're based in CO, I couldn't speak for that area, but I'm told by two different drivers at UPS in the Harrisburg, PA area that they're hiring people off the street for full time work. Couple years ago that was unheard of. You had to start in the hub and work your way up.

One of my best friends started September '20. He started at $21/ hour I think. He's now at $28 I believe. Think he said top rate, which takes like 4 years, is over $40/hour.

Not bad money, if you can tolerate the BS that comes with the job.

 

Walmart best DC's places to work and live.

 

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