What is the average pay for a first year driver for Werner

Question

I just got hired for Werner for my first driving job. what is the average pay for a first year driver with no experience? assuming they paid for my driving school also. I make about 26-27,000 a year now would I at least make more than this? thanx

Answer 1

You shouldn't have any problems making what you are currently doing, but you have to remember, you will be paying road expenses as well.  It will cost you between $100.00 and $150.00 per week to eat, buy drinks, etc. while on the road.  It is very easy to spend a lot of money while on the road if you don't pay attention.  

Budget yourself and start saving for things like a plug-in type cooler.  This way you can purchase your drinks when at home and take them with you.  I also carry fixin's for sandwiches.  If you eat three square meals a day in a truck stop, two things will happen.  You will go broke and you will get real fat.  :-}

Most new drivers, if they take any and every load they are dispatched will make between $25K and $35K.  Things will get better as time passes.  Last year I did about $65K, but I have been in this business for over 30 years.  

Good luck to you and safe motoring...