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Posted on 4/3/18 at 1:36 pm to Kujo
I know people with a CDL and probably a few other certifications can make bank driving the fuel trucks on the oil fields.
Posted on 4/3/18 at 1:37 pm to Kujo
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local truck driving academies
Unnecessary. The big national carriers offer paid training if he has a reasonably clean MVR.
And there are assloads of decent paying CDL jobs anywhere you look.
Posted on 4/3/18 at 1:38 pm to Kujo
Legit need, we've been looking for drivers for empty trucks for months now.
Have him call a few companies and see what they require for school/experience so he has an idea before hand.
Tip: TWIC, hazmat certification, and tanker endorsement are great things to have, especially in oilfield related transportation.
Have him call a few companies and see what they require for school/experience so he has an idea before hand.
Tip: TWIC, hazmat certification, and tanker endorsement are great things to have, especially in oilfield related transportation.
Posted on 4/3/18 at 1:41 pm to The Tom Arnold
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Most drivers have to drive over the road for years
Don't see where this would be an issue for a whacko that lives with his mom.
Posted on 4/3/18 at 1:46 pm to Kujo
OTR Truckers are in pretty high demand. He will be alone a lot if that is what he is looking for.
My dad has done it for years, is now 77 and still drives as much as he wants to. He has a couple of different companies he drives for when the fish aren't biting and the ducks aren't flying.
I would suggest he talk to one of the companies that have a drivers training program.
He will be told a lot of BS btu reality is if he runs hard he can make about 60 - 75K annually.
My dad has done it for years, is now 77 and still drives as much as he wants to. He has a couple of different companies he drives for when the fish aren't biting and the ducks aren't flying.
I would suggest he talk to one of the companies that have a drivers training program.
He will be told a lot of BS btu reality is if he runs hard he can make about 60 - 75K annually.
Posted on 4/3/18 at 1:50 pm to Kujo
Started off my career working for a local company but eventually saved up enough money to put down on my own rig. Been on my own for 20 years. It was worth it to me, made some good money travelling all around the country, but you do spend a lot of time away from loved ones when you're on your own.
Posted on 4/3/18 at 1:50 pm to Kujo
Having a cdl is a huge demand right now. There is a severe shortage throughout the system. Most of the bigger companies work offer cdl training and a job after graduation if you agree to work for two years or so. This pertains to over the road as well as ltl companies.
This post was edited on 4/3/18 at 1:52 pm
Posted on 4/3/18 at 1:53 pm to Kujo
We are experiencing a massive driver shortage. Drivers are in high demand now and the market is heavily in their favor as far as rates go. If some one can get their CDL and get a good job, they'll likely be able to make some pretty good money.
Posted on 4/3/18 at 2:04 pm to Kujo
“This is a hard job [driving a lorry] and I’m not just saying this to win favour with lorry drivers: change gear; change gear; change gear; check your mirrors; murder a prostitute … ”
Jeremy Clarkson
Jeremy Clarkson
Posted on 4/3/18 at 2:16 pm to Roadkill Gumbo
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my own rig.
There are pros and cons to buying your own but the big carriers come with the hard sell to newcomers who have no idea what they're taking on. In order to make significantly more money than the company drivers you'll need to do most of your service and repairs with your own two hands. 10% more money will come with 300% more headaches. But if you're a capable mechanic the freedom to pick your loads may well be worth it.
Posted on 4/3/18 at 2:17 pm to Kujo
I recommend getting CDL if you can. It's a good trade and the market is in need right now.
Posted on 4/3/18 at 3:03 pm to lsuhunt555
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We are experiencing a massive driver shortag
So there are jobs Americans really don't want to do? Many hardworking men South of our borders would pounce on these jobs given the opportunity.
Posted on 4/3/18 at 3:17 pm to Kujo
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Truck driving career CDL: Is it a scam or is it a legit need
hmm do you "need" a CDL (AKA commercial drivers license) to be a commercial truck driver???????
survey says ....... yes you do
Posted on 4/3/18 at 3:31 pm to keakar
Average age of a truck driver is currently around 57. we're already in a massive driver shortage and it's going to get worse as these older folks begin to hang it up.
I'd tell him to go for it. He'll definately have work.
I'd tell him to go for it. He'll definately have work.
Posted on 4/3/18 at 3:31 pm to keakar
Great industry to be in right now, demand is high and a lot of drivers are or have retired.
In 10 years it will be a very bad industry to be in. The lack of drivers that makes it lucrative now is the driving force behind developing self driving vehicles.
The first vehicles on the road to get autonomous capability will be anything that requires a paid driver that does not double as a load/unloader.
The "no-touch" cargo hauling jobs will be the first to go, the delivery drivers will still have a gig for a little longer.
In 10 years it will be a very bad industry to be in. The lack of drivers that makes it lucrative now is the driving force behind developing self driving vehicles.
The first vehicles on the road to get autonomous capability will be anything that requires a paid driver that does not double as a load/unloader.
The "no-touch" cargo hauling jobs will be the first to go, the delivery drivers will still have a gig for a little longer.
This post was edited on 4/3/18 at 3:32 pm
Posted on 4/3/18 at 3:46 pm to Kujo
If he's willing to work in Midland area he can easily make six figures right now... plausibly over $200k. That industry is unbelievably tight right now.
Posted on 4/3/18 at 4:18 pm to Kujo
My uncle was a cross country driver and he lived on the road. I did not think he had money until he died and left all his money to his nephews, nieces, and three adopted kids. He left enough money to me where I had a nice down payment on a house.
It is not the most glamorous life if you do not like to travel. He loved the lifestyle and made good money doing it 40 yrs.
It is not the most glamorous life if you do not like to travel. He loved the lifestyle and made good money doing it 40 yrs.
This post was edited on 4/3/18 at 4:19 pm
Posted on 4/3/18 at 4:24 pm to SM6
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In 10 years it will be a very bad industry to be in. The lack of drivers that makes it lucrative now is the driving force behind developing self driving vehicles.
The first vehicles on the road to get autonomous capability will be anything that requires a paid driver that does not double as a load/unloader.
The "no-touch" cargo hauling jobs will be the first to go, the delivery drivers will still have a gig for a little longer.
Service and maintenance on these self-driving trucks is about to be a booming field. A write-your-own-deal deal.
Posted on 4/3/18 at 4:34 pm to YOURADHERE
Got a buddy that runs the oil field trash racket. 
Been owning his own rig for many years and is about to call it quits.
Been owning his own rig for many years and is about to call it quits. 
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