Originally Posted by
trashhauler
Always elect otp. You get 125% and priority on any open trips. You also get 2 months to pick up a trip. It's a no brainer, especially if you are a commuter. IMO, good luck!
That's not always a valid argument. Example: I had a 4 day trip with a 3 day layover in Mexico City over the New Year a couple years ago. My trip was cancelled a week prior. I sat at home in NC waiting for the call and ready to elect OTP, and it came right on time. I was offered a 1 day trip on the 4th day with a deadhead. I took the trip! I worked 1 day for 4 days of pay. If I had elected OTP, I would have had to work 4 days for 5 days of pay! Personally, I like options before making decisions, but yes, normally OTP is the way to go, IMO.