Hi, I am a new to long haul expediting. I was expediting auto parts at the local level for an auto parts wholesaler clearing about $2400 a month with a small other side vending business. I just got into long haul expediting working for an owner operator who started me at 30 cents a mile but will jump me to 35 cents. The owner is contracted out with a small Russian company out of Cali but I am the first driver out of Michigan. I heard Detroit is very competitive to get loads out of but once you are out of Detroit it gets easier. I started last Monday but did not get my first load until Wednesday morning. They gave me a run to central Wisconsin and then another one from Minnesota back to Detroit. I did really well and they said I had great delivery times and was very efficient. I really like driving for these guys and they are nice and not all the stupid rules of bigger companies. My only thing is will I be able to make more then $600 a week? I know there are so many factors involved. I tried to give as much information as I could. My biggest fear in only working 15-20 a month and sitting for days waiting for loads and is it worth giving up a steady $600 a week local delivery job? Any input would be great. I am currently on vacation from my local delivery job trying to make the decision if I should quit it or not. Both are 1099. I drive a straight truck ford 350 hd is that helps with no cdl that can do 4 pallets. I loved expediting so far but want to make sure I don't starve in the process and I don't pay for fuel or maintenance. I hope that is enough info.
