Driver pay calculator (feedback requested)

Discussion in 'Experienced Truckers' Advice' started by Admin, Mar 26, 2017.

  1. STexan

    STexan Road Train Member

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    Don't forget to handle driver reimbursements for reconciliation purposes ...

    Scale tickets, parking receipts, lumper charges, toll/gate fees, lights/bulbs, etc. These are what carriers are very prone to "lose".
     
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  3. SpiritLink

    SpiritLink Light Load Member

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    Weekend pay
    Layover pay(Not waiting for a load, but being paid to sleep in company equipment during 10 hour break)
     
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  4. diesel drinker

    diesel drinker Road Train Member

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    I always know what my paycheck should be a week before I actually get it.Then I just look at the biggest number and already know if it's right or wrong.If it's wrong (seldom) I investigate further.
     
  5. wsyrob

    wsyrob Trucker Forum STAFF Staff Member

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    Maybe include days off per week defined as 24 hours off. Also a pay per day calculation would allow for more accurate company comparison. 2500 miles at .40 com pays 1,000. It's a much better job if you work 5 days for it than 7.
     
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