Originally Posted by
CubeFlyer
I currently live within 1.5 hr drive of CLT which is why I'm considering applying to PSA.
What is the current time until I could expect to hold a line in CLT?
Being close enough to sit at home on reserve would let you be home more than holding a round 2 line. Both have 11 days off guaranteed, but the reserve can have days you are not used, days of just doing a turn, day trip, or ready reserve and being home that night. Also short trips with early finishes allowing more time at home.
I could hold a round 2 line, but choose reserve because I live within the reserve call out and I am home with my family more days than not.
A round 1 line may give you better schedule flexibility thanks to SAP.
Both rd 1 and rd 2 lines will probably pay more by breaking guarantee and more per diem.
TL/DR Living in base on reserve is sometimes better than a junior line.