[jcommin]

In the late 60s and early 70s, I worked for a moving company. It funded my college education. It paid over minimum wage and later I a joined the union and was paid union scale. I really enjoyed it because no two days were alike - like going around the world. Moved politicians, celebrities, the wealthy, the middle class and the poor. I also moved people out of the projects. Even went out of town - traveled all thru the Midwest. I got money for out of town expenses and millage money. I saved most of it - it gave me more money for school.

It was hard work: hot, cold, snow, rain, homes, high rises and the dreaded 3rd floor walk up to a 3rd floor walk up. - but my goal was college. People would tip at times. If the driver was greedy, he pocketed all of it or would keep the larger percentage and then distribute the remaining to the crew (usually 2, sometimes 3). What I did see was more tipping from the average family rather than the those who were affluent. Tipping back them was around $5, sometimes $10. I have never forgotten that time or the experience.

So, I tip - movers, furniture/appliance deliveries. "Have a beer on me" I say.