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Driver pay and the future

Discussion in 'Experienced Truckers' Advice' started by MustangMark83, May 21, 2012.

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  1. May 22, 2012 #21
    Autocar

    Autocar Road Train Member

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    "Trucking is on a downhill run", I've been hearing that one for over thirty years.
     
    Autocar, May 22, 2012
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  3. May 22, 2012 #22
    bigjoel

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    Trucking started going downhill when deregulation of the industry took place in 1980.

    So what you have been hearing is correct.
     
    bigjoel, May 22, 2012
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  4. May 22, 2012 #23
    Autocar

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    Some ways yes, some ways no. The old double edged sword.
     
    Autocar, May 22, 2012
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  5. May 22, 2012 #24
    wsyrob

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    That may be true but if you pick the right degree life can be a lot easier. My wife has a 2 year nursing degree and makes over 70K per year working from home for Blue Cross Blue Shield.
     
    wsyrob, May 22, 2012
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  7. May 27, 2012 #25
    raverez097

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    Have you tried your local state or federal jobs? Or even a police officer or firefighter? Many careers start entry level and give you the training on the job that you need. You're young. Hell maybe even a State Trooper.
     
    raverez097, May 27, 2012
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