Pros
It’s a really good job to have while you are young. You can really earn a lot while working here. Yes, there are some people that might not make great money. The keys to making money is working efficiently and getting the bonuses. Get your CDL from the start (they will help you get it and pay for it). Without it, your daily bonus is capped at like $6 or something. With a CDL, you will be eligible for daily bonuses greater than $20. That’s like making an extra $5k a year. Secondly, deliver enough to get your weekly bonus. I forget the details, but you and your manager will agree on a goal. The higher your goal the more your bonus, but if you don’t hit the goal, it’s $0. Additionally, their are referral bonuses. Recruit your friends. Make sure they are good workers, because you will get a cut of their commissions. Talk about passive income! Ask your manager or zone manager for details. There are also bonuses for becoming a trainer, but it’s not necessary a bonus as more comp. for you lower productivity while training someone. Easy to get a day off when you need it, as long as you give your manager a heads up.
Cons
You get tired of hearing comments about having a “cool job”. You are required to work most holidays and the days right before, though this is when you should want to work, because it’s easy money. Plus there will be free food. Not enough CDL trucks when you first get your CDL (no pallet jack = moving ice twice). Cut of every paycheck comes out for uniforms. A truck issue can really kill your commission for the pay period.