OTR drivers make the equivalent of $21.50 per hour

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  1. BeHereNow97

    BeHereNow97 Road Train Member

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  3. LoneRanger

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    Take into account the hours spent working as security for the cargo for free. Then redo the math.
     
  4. Big Road Skateboard

    Big Road Skateboard Road Train Member

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    Ok, so it's absolutely horrendous what drivers get paid. Quit and do something else.
     
  5. Powder Joints

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    I know of several companies paying over 30 per hour right now, No reason to work for less, But you decide whats right for you.
     
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    Well they run regional, CA, NV, CO, AZ. w2 hourly jobs. They also 43 reset at home, everyweek.
     
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  9. JForce28

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    I’ll take anything lol
     
  10. Powder Joints

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    Chemical Tanker Companies
     
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  11. Espressolane

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    Really simple, if it does not meet your expectations, or don’t like, then move on to something that does.
     
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