In this way, the driver can choose the loads that are more cost effective.
- Paid by the Hour
Another way the lorry driver to be paid is by the hours that were needed for the transport. By the US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) the average hour rate in 2011 was $21,74/hour and in 2014 average rate was reported to be $15,53/hour.
Conclusion
Living on the road is definitely not for everyone but if you are ready to make good money and be away from your home this career is the right choice for you. However except your CDL you will be needed to respect a lot of rules given by:
- The Department of Transportation (DOT)
- Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Hours of Service
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
So before you go on the road you need to know these regulations what you are allowed and what you are not allowed to do while you are on duty.
