Returning to the road

Discussion in 'Motor Carrier Questions - The Inside Scoop' started by runallnight, Feb 12, 2022.

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  2. bryan21384

    bryan21384 Road Train Member

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    Where in Texas do you live?
     
  3. runallnight

    runallnight Bobtail Member

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    Right outside of San Antonio
     
  4. bryan21384

    bryan21384 Road Train Member

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    PM me..I work for Climate Express. I think if you get your license back, they might can help you since you've got 8 years experience. We had a guy that as out of a truck for 4 years and he got hired. To be fair he did keep his CDL active.
     
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  5. runallnight

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    Yeah mine downgraded, I’m kicking myself for letting my physical expire. Ughh!! Especially since I have to do school all over again, that’s just silly
     
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  6. tscottme

    tscottme Road Train Member

    If you ever stop trucking again, all you have to do is change your self-certification to one of the 4 categories that don't require a current medical exam instead of getting a new medical exam every year or two. Some states have 2, other states have only 1 one option that doesn't require you keep a current medical. Just google your state and CDL self-certify form. Fill out the form and make sure you keep written proof the sate has your new status.
     
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  7. pete781693

    pete781693 Road Train Member

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    If I were you, I would do my best to challenge the training requirements. Below is directly from the FMCSA website link to their approved trainers

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  8. runallnight

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    Oh wow! Thank you so much for the info, that could save me several THOUSAND dollars
     
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