Thinking about walking away.

Discussion in 'Experienced Truckers' Advice' started by Oldironfan, Jun 7, 2018.

  1. AModelCat

    AModelCat Road Train Member

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    Running logging truck is paying into the $30/hr range in some places. Getting hard to find guys who know how to drive off of dry pavement. Home every night too in most cases.
     
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  3. Numbnuts69

    Numbnuts69 Light Load Member

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    I've used e-logs in some form or another since 2012 and have always done well in regards to miles and pay. I don't miss the days of doing paper log books and getting 10 hours of sleep a week.
     
  5. Slim51

    Slim51 Light Load Member

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    I know of guys paying 12-15/hr to drive log trucks here in western ME.... I’d do it in a heart beat if the pay was better
     
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  6. Oldironfan

    Oldironfan Road Train Member

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    I may do that. Tryed it for a month got paid 25% gross pay. Gross weight 158,000. With a 13 speed.
     
  7. MidwestResident

    MidwestResident Road Train Member

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    For many people, it is easier said than done.

    God bless every American and their families! God bless the U.S.A.!
     
  8. Oldironfan

    Oldironfan Road Train Member

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    So true. I love the open road headed west. The high winds, the elevation, all that stuff. I would love 11 state western driving but I don't live there.
     
  9. freebeertomorrow

    freebeertomorrow Heavy Load Member

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    so you’re wanting to walk away from a career because of...that? i don’t know you from adam but come on man. we all know that nothing worth having is easy to get. if it’s a different/better job you want - make it happen. crying to other drivers is not the answer.
     
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  11. Highrollers

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    You can make same bring home pay at home
     
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