Would I get hired?

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by CMill6671, Sep 7, 2021.

  1. CMill6671

    CMill6671 Bobtail Member

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    I'm thinking of taking CDL classes, but I'm not sure if I'm hireable.

    In 2014, at the age of 21, I plead guilty to refusal of a breathalyzer (was originally charged with DUI but got it dropped)

    In 2017, I was ticketed for 15 over the speed limit. However, it wasn't classified as reckless driving.

    In 2018, I was convicted of marijuana possession.

    I have no moving violations in the last 3 years and no accidents in 10+.

    Do any of you have similar records? Would even Western Express hire me?
     
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  3. Hawkeye72

    Hawkeye72 Light Load Member

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    Id get a copy of your driving record and your criminal record. Just to be sure of whats on it. But the possession will probably be a deal breaker for companies.

    Get the records and see whats on it. Then call a couple companies and talk to them.
     
  4. Ridgeline

    Ridgeline Road Train Member

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    This is where my insurance company would say NO!
     
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  5. Arctic_fox

    Arctic_fox Experienced mx13 execrator

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    Most likely not. Most insurance cos are going to see your tickets and have a stroke. However @Chinatown may be able to point you at a second chance type company that can overlook some of that.
     
  6. Dockbumper

    Dockbumper Road Train Member

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    Whatever you do........DO NOT pay out of pocket for your CDL. Find a company to pick up the tab. It would suck to pay 6-8 grand and not find anybody to hire you. You will have to start at the bottom of the barrel if somebody is willing to give you a shot. Be prepared to stay with that Company for a couple of years and keep a spotless safety and on time record. It will be an up hill battle. Good luck
     
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  7. CMill6671

    CMill6671 Bobtail Member

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    Thanks for the reply! As time passes, do you think it would be less of a deal breaker?
     
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  8. Hawkeye72

    Hawkeye72 Light Load Member

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    It depends on your state but yes. Get a copy of your driving and criminal records. If its not on your record. Dont say anything about it. After you get copies of your records you can see what is on the records anf then find out how long the incidents will stay on your record.
     
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  9. Frank Speak

    Frank Speak Road Train Member

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    The best thing to do, IMO, would be to check with some of the second chance outfits BEFORE spending time and money on classes.
     
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  10. Dockbumper

    Dockbumper Road Train Member

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    Thanks Frank! :p
     
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  11. Chinatown

    Chinatown Road Train Member

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    I think you can be hired as soon as you complete a cdl school.
    If you're in financial stress, the state might pay for the school through the WIOA progam; Google for that in your state.
    While your'e there, get all the endorsements, including hazmat.
    Western Express probably hire you, and maybe a few more.
     
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