Can you make good $ driving a dump truck?

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  1. SHOJim

    SHOJim Road Train Member

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    I have an interview tomorrow at 4. Company in East Columbus. $18 an hour.
     
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  3. Cheeseburgers

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    The answer is "No," because there will be days of bad weather that won't allow you to work.
     
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    I live in northeast Texas and you making more than
    What the average dump truck driver makes here.
    And you know exactly what time your going to
    Work everyday.
    Slim chance you get that dumping.
     
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  6. Cheeseburgers

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    Depends on what your hauling or what contracts the company has. I haul ash from trash burn plants. Garranteed year round work.
     
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    If your running in an area that doesn't see much of a winter or rain... Yes you can make good money. You'll make the most if your hauling the product from the quarry that has the same name on the door.
     
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  8. SHOJim

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    Well I went and took a road test today. I Have never driven a dump truck in my life. I did quite well ( well enough to pass anyway lol). Went out on state routes and some back roads.
    Went back and talked to hiring guy. Said he would run my mvr ( no worries there) and be in touch. I took my road test in a Kenworth T880. Pretty smooth truck. All went well. I am a pretty happy camper ;)
     
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  9. SHOJim

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    I am one step closer. I am going for an interview this week!
     
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    I was offered job! Pretty happy right now! Will be starting in two weeks.
     
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  11. G13Tomcat

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    ^^^ Congrats, man. Keep us / me posted. That's awesome, for sure~~!
     
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