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Originally Posted by franwake13
and how did that turn out for you? id like to hear more what u have to say cause u were 23, should i jump on the local?
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It turned out fine for me. I got my CDL well I was working for a moving company. I have been local/regional ever since. Four years HHG, six years food service. I have sleeped in a truck and been away from home a few days. Not saying that I would never have done OTR, but at the time I was in the right place at the right time. Staying local/regional has it benifits but also it has drawbacks.
Now, should you jump on the local? Depends on what YOU think is best. Me personally, I would take the job with R&L. At your age, you can build up senority and make one he!! of a career there. It is possible at a company such as R&L to advance out of the truck and into office job.
You said that you are broke and need money. R&L is starting you at a good rate. OTR pay is based on milage and if the freight is not there, neither is the money. The way the economy is right, it seems that miles are low for OTR driver at this time.
Also, providing your location may help. Someone may know of other compaines in your area.
Which ever you chose, BOL. It's up to you to decide in the end what you do.
Got anymore questions, just ask. Got an early start tommorrow.(drawback of local;I start to damm early sometimes(could be an advantage to though))
