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Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by An Observer, Aug 2, 2016.

  1. tucker

    tucker Road Train Member

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    You're right , that sounds like a bargain
     
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  3. Chinatown

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    In case Trimac doesn't have any openings in your area, the others are backup plan. They're all good outfits.
     
  4. glenn71

    glenn71 Medium Load Member

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    Lotsa stuff going on in HOU, especially if you get your X and a TWIC Card. That town is tanker heaven.

    I didn't see anything on how much experience you have but there are specialized jobs that make .40/mile look like a joke. And it doesn't take ten years experience to get some of these jobs either.

    Hey China, doesn't A&R run out of HOU now? I always thought they would be a great company to haul for.
     
  5. Chinatown

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    Yes, they have a terminal there, but require 6 months experience except for some military vets.
    @glenn71 - edit - A&R requires 6 mos. exp. , not 12 mos.
     
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  6. glenn71

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    I take it the OP hasn't gotten across that finish line yet. That's OK. There are still a lot of things in HOU that pay well.

    Service Transport comes to mind. Don't know if they were on your list or not, but a couple people I know like hauling tanks for them.
     
  7. 1278PA

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    So you are out for 5 weeks at a time and you basically pay a grand a month and you never use the apartment...that's a problem too. Then you have cable and utilities i'm sure. I know working for $400 sucks but to me throwing a grand+ out the window every month sucks more. That's just my opinion. Go over to Knight you'll make at least $750 net a week from what i'm seeing people say they make there.
     
  8. John Dewart

    John Dewart Medium Load Member

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    What about south west transport? Never drove for em, but the dispatchers seemed pretty relaxed
     
  9. An Observer

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    Okay thanks guys and Chinatown for the suggestions. I will think on my options and make a few calls.

    Thank you everyone else for telling me I overpay for my apartment which is clearly not needed..
     
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  10. Chinatown

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    I understand your situation. My HOA fee is $145.00 monthly, but I enjoy the security of a gated community.
     
  11. glenn71

    glenn71 Medium Load Member

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    It costs money to house yer stuff. That's just the way it is. Houston ain't Topeka.

    There are tons and tons of driving jobs in TX that pay more than 500 a week. Especially in Houston.
     
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