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Originally Posted by Stardrifter_WA
Wasn't referring to the physically getting in and out of the cab, it is the constant temperature change that sucks. I worked on freezer trucks, so I know. But, I wasn't born to do it anyway so gave it up pretty quick and found something easier instead.
No, it doesn't. Simply not true!
Yes, some work places can be that way, but not all. Either that, or I have been extremely lucky then, as I have worked in some fantastic jobs and my current position is fairly autonomous too. But, I have had jobs where that is true and told them to stick it and moved onto something better. Mind you, when I was an apprentice, I certainly took a lot of crap in that job, but I had a wider view and put up with it until my apprenticeship was completed, then left PDQ.
Although, I will also admit that I am in a great position where I can be choosy about the jobs I accept anyway, so usually end up in good jobs, simply by choice. Unfortunately, not everyone is in the same position, and I wasn't always in that position either, and had to do the hard yards before I got to where I am now. You do what you have to do to survive, particularly when you have a family and a mortgage. And no, I am far from being rich, but it isn't always about the money. From my experience, most high paying jobs are just too stressful anyway, so why bother and end up with health problems.
Don't know why you asked the question if you have already decided, as you appear not to like the feedback, as you seem a bit defensive. My comments were not meant to cause you any offence, they are from experience, and you asked for others experiences.
But, as I said, if you have the temperament, then go for it. Not everyone has the temperament for driving in traffic, I certainly don't like putting up with all the crap that happens on city roads. Putting up with it for an hour or so to and from work is one thing, putting up with it all day long every day, is another.
I truly wish you all the best.
Cheers Pete
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I didn't mean to come across as defensive, your input is noted and valued. If I came across as brash, I'll chalk it up to a few too many beers
Interesting comments guys. Many companies advertising are posting the hours you work, e.g. 7am-4pm, 8-10 hour shifts 5 days a week etc mostly for delivery and supermarket drivers. Does this mean that you are only required to work those hours and overtime if offered is voluntary or does it usually overrun because you have a lot of drops and you have no choice? I might get a medium or heavy rigid license, give it a go and even if it doesn't work out it is a good to have something to fall back on should I ever find myself out of work.
My current job is in a department store working in the loading dock and filling stock.... no mental stimulation whatsoever, but doesn't really bother me. You do find yourself "losing motivation" a few hours in though.