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Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Mustangjoey, Jun 29, 2011.

  1. Mustangjoey

    Mustangjoey Bobtail Member

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    Thanks guys. The summer work I have under control. Been doing it for 5 years and have no intentions of quitting. But for the other 6-8 months (sometimes) I'll be trying to figure other stuff out. Lots of farmers around here, construction, garbage, etc. Honestly I don't think I'll do the whole snow removal. They have some pretty odd hours at times
     
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  3. GasHauler

    GasHauler Master FMCSA Interpreter

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    I always thought that if I had to after my retirement I'd like to haul dirt. The big problem for me thou is being paid by the load. That just brings on too much of everything. I always like to keep it legal and I won't go out there and speed to make a buck or cut corners on weight. I've always been a relaxed driver but it does look nice to own your own truck if it pays well. Well anyway good luck and welcome.
     
    Mustangjoey Thanks this.
  4. Mustangjoey

    Mustangjoey Bobtail Member

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    Thanks gas hauler. It sure would be nice if they paid a decent hourly wage for dirt. But like you said, most of the time it's by the load. And the only way to make GOOD money is by cutting corners somewhere...
     
  5. ZVar

    ZVar Road Train Member

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    Another option...

    My brother-in-law is a farmer. In the winter after the crops are in, he hauls LP gas.

    -Steven
     
  6. Mustangjoey

    Mustangjoey Bobtail Member

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    Another good idea. And there's a lot of farmers around here. :biggrin_25519:
     
  7. Lantern

    Lantern Road Train Member

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    Welcome to the forums Mustangjoey.
     
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