Fed up with rent, want to drive trucks

@Awara --

Yes.......if you don't plan it carefully....you could indeed get laid off.

Proof?

Don't just take my word for it....

Read pages 16 & 17 of the following Forum thread (these are very recent posts--as of the time of this writing):

How's Everyone Doing in LTL Right Now? | Page 16 | TruckersReport.com Trucking Forum | #1 CDL Truck Driver Message Board (thetruckersreport.com)

Even though some don't want to admit that it exists.....the recession out there is REAL.

General freight volumes are down, and will likely go down....further.

Freight rates are significantly down.....and may stay down for a while.

Diesel prices are ridiculously high--and may stay that way....for some time.

Thus--plan your trucking entry carefully.

--Lual

 

@Awara --

The truck drivers who deliver to your store are usually in the following freight sectors:

• food service/beverage delivery, or.....
• fuel delivery.

BEWARE: Food service and/or beverage delivery can definitely be EXTREMELY HARD work.

Also--fuel hauling is NOOOOOT a good place for CDL beginners--or those with limited experience.

--Lual

 

Yes....probably because they're making some good money.

But....they do indeed earn it.

--Lual

 

I’d not get to concerned with telling or asking your landlord if you can use the mailbox just yet

You are a ways away from that

As mentioned the economy is slow but not for everyone and the companies that are staying busy have probably already gotten rid of the dead weight and keeping those who get the job done busy and probably not looking to add anyone else much less a new driver who may be afraid to drive

 

I also think if you’re living on $3000 now and eliminate that rent for something cheaper that even in a slow economy you should be fine but I’m not a company driver and I assume that depends a lot on who you go with

I’d start with getting in a truck and see if it’s something you can do without holding your breath

This is not a job to do if your in constant fear
There’s a lot of unknowns and problem solving situations you will be in

 

Depends.

Hauling cars, yes.

Pulling reefer, not a chance.

We were the only ones out there during covid too. People always gotta eat.

 

Your company may require the truck be parked at the company terminal. Or, your company may allow you to park the truck where it is safe and convenient for you. It depends which company you choose to work for. Pick carefully.