If you’re the type of person who loves to drive and doesn’t like staying in the same place all the time, a career that involves driving would be perfect for you. And because there are so many different types of logistics jobs available, you can choose the one that suits your needs and your expectations best.
But which driving jobs pay the most so you can have a fulfilling and lucrative career that you’ll enjoy? Keep reading to learn more.
1. Over-the-road truck driver
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Also referred to as OTR, over the road truck drivers make a lot of money because they often have to travel long distances and work very long hours. But, there are many regulations in terms of who can actually do this job. For example, you need to have a clean driving record, pass alcohol and drug tests, have no criminal history, and be a certain age, as well as hold the appropriate driving licence.
2. Train driver
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Have you always thought it would be very interesting and a lot of fun to drive a train? Well, it turns out that train drivers make quite a bit of money, so this career could very well be the perfect fit for you. You can work on both national and local train routes, helping to transport precious cargo and passengers from one place to another in a short amount of time.
3. Test driver
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Do you long to get behind the wheel of every cool new car that hits the market? Then why not become a test driver? This full-time job can give you access to some of the best luxury vehicles from around the world, and you can push these cars to their limits to really see what they’re capable of before letting the world know about your experience.
4. Stunt driver
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Stunt drivers get gigs in the TV and film industry. But the problem is that, even though this position pays well, it isn’t usually a full-time job. If you don’t have a problem working on one project at a time before having to find more work, this could be a truly invigorating and exciting career path. Just be prepared to attend a stunt driving school to get the skills you need.
5. Driving instructor
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If you’re a really good driver and you know the rules of the road inside and out, you can share your knowledge and experience with new drivers who are hoping to pass their driving test and get their licence. In addition, student drivers need valuable instruction from teachers they can trust and feel comfortable with. So if you love teaching and driving, this could be the perfect job for you.
For driving enthusiasts, there are plenty of jobs available. In fact, there are so many choices that it may be difficult for you to pick just one career path that will allow you to get paid to drive.
Have you ever wanted to pursue a career that allowed you to drive? Did you consider any of the positions above? Let us know in the comments.