Is it even worth it anymore?

prax air in long beach had the nerve to offer 26 an hour and overnights lol i laughed in the interview.... i would do tanks but i dont wanna work over nights

 

Good lord. I’d want $50/hr for SoCal. How else could you even pay rent?

 

i was willing to start with no experience for 37 bucks and they said no. im not working working nights and that's why i never did gasoline

 

Since we already have California Hazmat/tanker people here, I am looking for recommendations for the Bay Area, preferably north bay/east Sacramento, close to Napa Valley/Clearlake for family bonding!

I am specifically wondering what branch of Hazmat pays best. Fuel? Cryo? Chemicals?
I am guessing tanker will pay better than van?
I am relocating and wanting to find the best paying job I can.

I have had A-TPX for 20 years, never ran Hazmat tanker before, but did a little dry Hazmat long ago, and also used to drive water trucks, in addition to heavy haul, Flatbed, fire department, tow trucks, etc, as well as being a diesel/industrial mechanic, operator etc, with a lot of emphasis on safety and OSHA regulations, so I think I will do well and pick it up fast, and I have a clean record, on the road Western 6 in dry vans for the last 5 years at A&M Transport (thank you @Chinatown! ).

I know I might have to start at a lesser place that will train, but I want to start checking at the top, and know where to set my sights if I have to start lower, and what branch to seek experience in.

I am hoping to stay mostly local, but if it pays better I don't mind longer trips, but I am feeling the need to get out of the truck more than once a week and bathroom stops lol
I don't mind night work, in fact I am much happier seeing the sunrise before bed than getting up at sunrise. (my circadian rythm is basically off 8 hours compared to "normal people" lol)

I would just as soon avoid tiny gas stations in San Francisco, though that's where much of my early driving was (construction/Caltrans/PG&E etc), but if it pays better I will do it!

I am aiming for something over 6 figures, which I expect might involve a lot of overtime to reach, so I look forward to any advice or hearsay of the companies or fields I should look in.

Also, if the pay is enough higher, I could be further away from the Bay Area if needed.
And again, if the pay is there I have no preference about Unions or not.

Thank you!
Ben Blackburn

 

@Ke6gwf - Cyro probably your best bet.
Linde Gas
Benicia, CA
Up to $110,000 a year

• Experience - Minimum two years verifiable tanker trailer experience OR three years tractor trailer driving experience.
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@Ke6gwf -
Trimac Transportation
Hayward, CA
$2000 week guarantee
Sign-On Bonus up to $3,500!
Speak with a Recruiter today! 1-866-8TRIMAC
We’re currently seeking Company Drivers for our dedicated chemical operation in Hayward, California. If you are looking for a safety-oriented company that provides consistent, year-round work, partner with Trimac Transportation.
CDL-A Driver Pay:
DEDICATED HAULS:

• Guaranteed Minimum pay: $2,000 per week
• UP TO $3,500 Sign-on Bonus
• $1,500 Referral Bonus

 

@Ke6gwf
FedEx Freight
Hiring Event Details
Offers on the spot
Thursday, September 23, 2021
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM US/Pacific
FedEx Freight - OAK Service Center
29001 Hopkins Street
Hayward, CA 94545
We will be hiring for the following location(s)

• FedEx Freight - OAK Service Center, 29001 Hopkins Street, Hayward, CA, 94545
• $7,500.00 Sign on Bonus! ($5,000.00 in first month and $2,500.00 after 12 months)
  
  Starting Rate of Pay: $40.27 per hour

What to wear
Casual (come as you are, but please be presentable)

September 23rd is our National Hiring Day. We want you to join FedEx Freight!

 

@Ke6gwf
Matheson Tri-Gas, Inc.
San Francisco, CA
$90,000 - $115,000 a year
CDL-A Regional Truck Drivers Get Home Weekly - $5,000 Retention Bonus!
MATHESON CDL- A Regional Truck Drivers haul compressed gasses. We deliver primarily to hospitals, commercial food processors, and various government agencies. The CDL- A Truck Drivers position is mainly regional. CDL-A Regional Truck Drivers are normally out 5 days and then get home for 2 days. Truck Drivers will be required to layover and be able to adjust to scheduling changes as needed. This work is clean consistent year round work with no down periods. Join a company that is serious about being the best and doing the job right!
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@Ke6gwf
AirGas
San Francisco, CA
Home Every Night - Benefits - Consistent Hours - Stability

• Location: 1495 Illinois St., San Francisco, Ca 94124
• !!! HOME EVERY NIGHT !!!
• Monday-Friday schedule with the occasional weekend
• We start work in the morning and end in the late afternoon
• FANTASTIC POSITION FOR THOSE WANTING A PERFECT WORK-LIFE BALANCE TO SEE YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS
  • Airgas operates a modern and efficient fleet. Most vehicles are under 6 years old and equipped with driver-friendly technology such as On Board Computers, collision avoidance technology, latest camera technology and GPS navigation.

As the "face of Airgas", the delivery driver is responsible for safely and efficiently delivering compressed gas cylinders to local and regional business customers from an Airgas branch or plant location using a company provided tractor trailer, straight, or box truck. This position loads, unloads, delivers, and returns compressed gas cylinders while frequently interacting with Airgas customers.
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Airgas tanker driver.
Pittsburg, CA

• Drive Commercial Motor Vehicle (tractor-trailer) combination, usually long distances, to transport and off-load compressed and liquefied industrial gases to customers or to storage sites in a safe, timely, accurate, and courteous manner