How to start part time?

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by beachwalker, Mar 12, 2010.

  1. Mar 12, 2010 #1
    beachwalker

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    I'm looking for a new career. For awhile, I have contemplated driving.

    I recieve freight all day, so I know many drivers, both local company dedicated LTL drivers and O/O furniture from Florida/NC.

    Long term, I have a five to seven year plan. I currently have business commitments and wish to be debt free of home and investment property when I make the move. Not to mention a fat retirement account.

    Still would have to work.

    So... Is it possible to gain experience, and suppliment my income over a few years by possibly doing Intermodel out of Charleston or Wilmington a couple of days a week in my off season? Any other avenues? Logging?

    Thanks for any advice...
     
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  3. Mar 12, 2010 #2
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    If you aren't driving a truck yet, it will be difficult to get a start and do it part time. Experienced drivers can do some part time, some construction guys pick up a load now and then when they are on lay off during the winter, some seasonal drivers in other fields do the same.

    The only places I know of would be vocational where a fill in was needed but it would be for the company's benefit, not just to give you a part time income. Log rules would apply for any position requiring logs.
     
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