Is over-the-road trucking a good job?

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On One Hand: Opportunity and Job Security

Thanks in part to retiring baby-boomers, tighter government regulation of truck drivers and a slow-growing economy, a shortage of truck drivers will begin in 2010 and continue for several years, according to "Truckers News," a magazine covering news and lifestyle for over-the-road (OTR) truckers. This makes over-the-road trucking a strong career choice for those seeking job security and opportunity.

On the Other: Nontraditional Working Conditions

OTR driving isn't your typical 9-to-5. Truck drivers sacrifice home time, often driving out of town for weeks at a time. Sleeping odd hours, showering in truck stops and sitting for 10 hours a day are all part of the job for long-haul truckers.

Bottom Line

OTR truck driving is a lifestyle, not just a job. Over the vast expanses from one stop to the next, it's just the driver and the road. But with nontraditional working conditions come plenty of opportunities in long-haul trucking, and those who can hack it typically make between $35,000 and $55,000 a year.

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"Truckers News Magazine": Driver Shortage Looming

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The Truckers Report Forum

"Truckers News"

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