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Are there better options than oilfields for O/O? How is Landstar?

Discussion in 'Ask An Owner Operator' started by DevJohnson, Dec 25, 2018.

  1. Dec 25, 2018 #1
    DevJohnson

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    I’ve been wanting to go into the fields for awhile now (couple years) but have been seeing sooo many ups and downs there that I find it nearly impossible to find steady work in terms of the plans I want in the future. Just seems more like I would go there make money to invest and leave. I’m curious how OTR driving works for O/O I am involved a lot more each day when it comes to business and running my own. How are companions like Landstar.. tbh that’s the only one I know I see others but that’s the big one I hear. Are people making oilfield money just driving OTR? And can you choose where you drive? I can’t stand driving Co and PNW during these winter times
     
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  3. Dec 25, 2018 #2
    blairandgretchen

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    I know there’s a question in here somewhere that I can help with.
     
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  4. Dec 25, 2018 #3
    DevJohnson

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    Lol sorry I let my brain ramble

    •Oilfields are so back and forth only thing that stands out is the money of course

    •Being so.. is it better to maybe find work as an O/O with a rebuttable company like Landstar and do they pay well you know?

    •I’m 26 and am just trying to find the better option from drivers who’s been through trial and error. I know we all want different things but when it comes to money who makes a good living right now?
     
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  5. Dec 25, 2018 #4
    blairandgretchen

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    There you go bud.
     
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  7. Dec 25, 2018 #5
    JonJon78

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    Everyone's opinion is going to be way different. I'm leased onto Mercer and do good while others come on here and bash them.

    Same goes for Landstar and just about every other company.

    What works for me might not work for you.

    Way to many variables.
     
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  8. Dec 25, 2018 #6
    blairandgretchen

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    Yup - x2 here.

    I’m at LS, platform specialized, done good. Not OTR, so far as “x miles to pay the bills” mentality goes.

    Find the niche.
     
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