things the driver has to pay for on the job

If you're a company driver, the company pays for fuel, repairs, permits etc. You may have to pay for some minor things like some tolls, out of pocket, but that stuff gets reimbursed.

 

Don't forget the $10 fee due whenever a senior driver deigns to speak to a lowly newbie.

I'll take mine now.

 

Parts, fuel, licensing, permits, tolls, scales, lumpers will normally be paid by the company.

Showers are usually free when you purchase at least 50 gallons of fuel at a truckstop.

You will need to pay for your own meals while on the road. Soft drinks, snacks, cigarettes, music, movies, internet access, cell phone, laundry services, clothes, boots, jackets, gloves, paper, pens, rulers, calculator, briefcase, logbook cover/organizer, GPS, Motor Carriers Atlas, tire thumper, tire gauge, 50' air hose, flashlight/batteries, satellite radio, laptop computer, tools, bungee cords/straps, laundry bag, duffel bag, toiletries, sheets, sleeping bag, blanket, pillows, and meds.

Parking tickets, speeding tickets, pretty much any ticket issued to YOU will be on you own dime as well.

 

wait till hit the scales and over weight $1899 right out your pocket and a ding with the safety dept

 

You forgot thekitchen sink.

 

You're suppose to weigh your loads before entering a scale house.

 

Can any of these items be written-off when it's time to pay Uncle Sammy?

 

sorry that was my brother who got the ding , not me , i tryed too explain the rules too him , but hes a collage know it all and im just a dum ole hick truckdriver, so what i know

 

There are plenty of firms out there,that will do your taxes and know what can and cant be written off. Well worth the fee. Most likely they can get you back much more than their fee is