New career at 52

Hello I'm Kevin (retired Air Force). I start CTL training Monday (VA Chpt 31) with TDI out of Milton Florida. This forum is awesome! I feel more comfortable headed to class and have a good read on companies to apply at. I'm hoping to find a local tanker job after OJT. I expect some OTR time before hazmat/tanker job. No problem cause my wife said she would tag along. Thanks for all the great information.

 

Thanks Chinatown. I noticed that you provide tons of useful information to us newbies....much appreciated! Finished first week with TDI school in Milton Florida. Instructors are all experienced and are doing a great job so far. I filled out 20 applications and have received 5 pre-hire letters already. Look forward to driving next week. 5 out of 12 failed the permit test, but they all passed after re-test. Planning to get hazmat/tanker/twic and work regional in Florida Panhandle area.

 

Awesome, passed permit start actually driving truck Monday. Little nervous about double clutching and air break test. Thanks for asking.

 

Today absolutely sucked. Was excited about learning the double clutch and proper RPM to shift, but mostly had a 450lb "I hate my job" instructor scolding everyone for not shifting cleanly (our first day behind the wheel). Needless to say we had a few words. Thought I was back in basic training. Did have good training in backing the trailer later in the afternoon. Hate to complain but $6000 is a lot of money!