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Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Anthony89119, Jan 4, 2020.

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  1. Jan 4, 2020 #1
    Anthony89119

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    I recently got my cdl 10 months ago. I’m taking a job with a guy that owns 2 trucks. Both trucks years are 2019 and 2020. New equipment. Paying me 1200 a week. 2 loads a week. Route is from Utah to Southern California. I also live in Las Vegas Nevada so I’d be home often with my 2 days off plus whatever during the week passing through. Drop and hook only. Question is, is this a good offer? I have about 3 months experience with dry van from western express however I left because I was making $300 to $475 a week. In your opinions is this a good thing for me as a new driver? I mean as for the pay it is better but I’d like some feedback from you experienced drivers. Thank you in advance
     
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  3. Jan 4, 2020 #2
    truckdriver31

    truckdriver31 Road Train Member

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    is this a 1099 job. also will the owner verify your time there. i would thank his insurance would be high on you.
     
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  4. Jan 4, 2020 #3
    Im_Charlie_007

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    I dont see a problem... i only say that because where im from they want an arm and a leg for 1200 with any experience... thats only because they keep lowering the bar and drivers are accepting it... but if anything itll say get your feet planted with a consistent check and some stable income til you find a better opportunity... only if the o/o dont have any other bull shxt attached to that price. I had to learn when to chase the bag and when to sit back and observe.... dont take my word for it ... im just saying ... oh yeah i dnt live on the west coast either so idk how difficult of a route that is but if its peaches ill take it but once again ill keep my eye open only for a better opportunity... and sometimes its not even about the biggest dollar because the ones that pay more will have u stressed the hell out... idk
     
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  5. Jan 4, 2020 #4
    Im_Charlie_007

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    Oh yea ! How many miles is it... and what do it pay when you break it down.... honestly thats the real question?
     
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  7. Jan 4, 2020 #5
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    I agree with truckdriver31, sounds like a step up, especially the route for you sounds ideal. Pay is a tricky thing. If it is a 1099, you have to pay all the other stuff.( taxes, health insurance, SS) It's like you're an O/O driving someone elses truck.You need to find that out, and why there is an opening. It sounds like a much better deal than you had, but ask questions. You know the old saying, if something sounds too good to be true, it usually isn't. Good luck.
     
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  8. Jan 4, 2020 #6
    Hazmat Cat

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    It pays more than the 300 to 475 a week that you were making. Easy decision. Money is everything!
     
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    Anthony89119

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    It is a 1099 and yes his insurance did go higher but he still put me on
     
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    rpad139

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    For 1099 that is about average pay. SLC to socal is a easy trip. You also get to stop by Las Vegas very often.

    Is your boss looking to hire any more drivers? I live in Las Vegas and have been looking for this type of job?
     
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  11. Jan 4, 2020 #9
    rpad139

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    What part of Southern California? If the load is going to Los Angeles or Long Beach then it should pay a little more. Compared to going to the IE cities San Bernardino, Fontana, etc....

    Also do the load pickup in salt Lake City only? There are a few shippers couple hours north of Salt Lake City
     
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  12. Jan 4, 2020 #10
    truckdriver31

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    just get him to verify your time when you ever do leave
     
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