New grad - try hotshot, or go tractor-trailer?

I wouldn’t work on 1099 and only be making 1,000 a week. After taxes you’ll be right where you are now

 

Go with the tractor trailer.

And forget running you computer business. The last thing you want, is to be involved in an accident. And some nosy ### lawyer finding out about your day job.

Game over.

 

That's true and at 53 yrs. old, need to get aggressive with a retirement plan. I wouldn't even consider the hotshot job.
Which company is the hourly job with; a temp service?
If I were you, I'd get with an established company that has a benefits package and some type of pension plan; even a 401k can do wonders.

 

Central Transport - in Phoenix sometimes hires new cdl grads. I've seen ads that state they hire new grads from approved cdl schools.
Line Haul Truck Driver
Phoenix, AZ 85043 (Estrella area)
$1,100 - $1,500 a week
Local Line-haul Drivers (Night/Day Shift): Dedicated home daily routes hauling freight to terminals in our network. This position is a combination of mostly driving (drop/hook) and some forklift operation.

• Local Line-haul Drivers make $22.00/hour for Dock Work + Trip Pay + $4,000 Sign On Bonus

WHAT CENTRAL OFFERS:

• Late Model Tractors – 2018 International tandem axle day cabs with 10 speed manuals
• Reliable Routes and Shift Schedules
• Medical, Dental, PTO, Paid Holidays Off, Paid Bereavement Leave, Paid Jury Duty Leave
• Now Offering Blue Cross Blue Shield Blue Care Network
• Free Uniforms Provided
• Hazmat Endorsement Assistance

All qualified drivers are invited to apply in person at
Terminal Address:
2205 S 43RD AVE PHOENIX, AZ 85009

 

Clean Harbors - Phoenix, AZ 85007 (Central City area)
What does it take to work for Clean Harbors?
Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company.

• Class A CDL required;
• Tanker endorsement required;
• Ability to obtain Hazmat endorsement upon hire;
• Ability to work night shifts

• Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment;
• Group 401K with company matching component

Our Technical Services team is looking for a full time local Class A Driver. This position will perform duties associated with picking waste up at customer location and transporting to a Clean Harbors location or other disposal sites making multiple stops per day.

 

R&L Carriers - has started hiring entry-level drivers.
Pay is $2000.00 weekly. Team job & each driver is paid $2000.00 weekly.
No experience, 25 years old, school certificate and accompanied with a certified trainer.

 

That hourly job looks ok with Contract Driver Services.