Profile For Pop pop Steve

I run cross country, coast to coast and have found the difference between old truck 62mph and new 70mph, has resulted in making the east coast approx 1 3/4 to 2 1/2 earlier. This is based on 5 days 10 hrs per day, but the stress, tension, and worry, doesn't equate to the savings. If I run steadily with the flow, no weaving around or stressing about maintaining the speed, I arrive alive, comfortable, and as stated only with approx 2-3 hours total difference. Follow the knowledge and professionalism provided here (truckertruth), your career and experience will be much brighter.

AT&T now has unlimited data with their packages. you get an allotment (the package amount) at 4G, after you use the allotment you drop to 2G. No overages or extra cost. I have 6G on my package, use about 10 a month, have not seen any significant differences from the 6 to the 2. A little slower at times, but still operational. Pay about $125 a month for three phones, a tablet and my laptop. Only weak spots, so far...Rockies in places, and some areas along the coasts. AT&T said it is due to the refraction off the ocean and Mt sides. Have never completely lost the signal though.

****BRETT**** Proud of you for admitting that real men even use creamers ! Lol. My addiction is the "Sweet Cream" one from Cold Stone.

Not much of a chance for pay increases, DOT here runs on a 5 year plan. Five years between increment increases. Can't do much with the deductions. BCBS med, vision, dental for me and family. Have 32 year old handicapped daughter (must have coverage). Have offers from FB, Reefer, and van. Companies offering: Schneider, Western Express, Swift, TransAm, SRT, CRST, Stevens, Melton, WEL. Other Co's have stated they will allow me into a refresher. Money not the key factor, but don't want to be away for pennies. Have a Military (USMC) and a Law Enforcement stipen to fall back on. Just tired of the idle time and Political redderick that comes with a State Government job. Don't want to throw away 15+ years here for nothing but heartache and time away from the family, if it isn't going to show an advancement.

Ladies and gentlemen, I have been off the open road for near 16 years. I currently work at a State transportation agency, in a supervisory position. I make in the mid $40k range, but with medical and all other deducts am clearing around $750 weekly. Have contacted numerous companies (trucking) and have nine offers at this time. They are all promising pay weekly in the $1200-$1500 range. I don't want to take a stabbing, if this is alot of bull. Last company I ran with was NORTHSTAR out of Egan MN. Any help and advice would be greatly appreciated. I value your opinions and advice over anyone I may talk to in a truck stop or on the street.