Here are the tips and tricks a trucker should follow to level up in the trucking industry.
- Keep your truck fully loaded
You'll make more money if your truck is fully loaded. To keep your truck filled and moving, don't be afraid to use LTL and hotshot loads. Negotiate layover and detention pay when possible to lessen your losses during delays.
Obtaining a HAZMAT (hazardous materials) endorsement is not that difficult. It enables you to transport riskier loads more frequently for a higher wage. For a background check, you'll need to provide an application, fingerprints, and proof of identity. Take the endorsement test at your nearby DMV as soon as you're cleared.
Owner-operators usually make more money than corporate drivers, but the additional risk that comes with their independence also applies here. If you're ready to take the plunge, consult our owner-operator success guide, which includes 15 steps.
Oversized loads are a terrific way to increase your compensation if you're ready to deal with permits and route planning. But make sure you abide by all applicable laws and regulations, as they may vary by jurisdiction.
- Try your hand at ice road trucking
Do you possess an adventurous spirit? Excellent truck driving abilities under challenging circumstances? Although ice road trucking is a risky occupation, it pays well for a brief season (typically January through March). The majority of ice road truckers from the US are employed in Alaska or areas of Canada.
So here are the tips and tricks to earn more and grow in the trucking business.
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