I got my Class A in October of last year and didn’t pursue a trucking job until now. Am I screwed?

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  1. biggdawg92

    biggdawg92 Bobtail Member

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    I got my license almost a year ago and was able to get an on the job training position but I quit after a month because the trainer was terrible. Since then I worked in other industries but I didn’t want to pursue another trucking job until I was sure I would be able to pass a thc drug test. I’ve been clean for awhile now and would like to get into the industry but I’ve heard that having a license for over a year and not having held a trucking job will make it difficult for me to get hired?

    Is this true and am I screwed or will I be able to get hired on with a mega?
     
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  3. biggdawg92

    biggdawg92 Bobtail Member

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  4. Truckermania

    Truckermania Road Train Member

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    The market for new driver's is very poor right now. That said, I got my CDL-A and did not get a driving job for 2 1/2 years and I didn't even have to do a refresher. This was about 10 years ago with Maverick Transportation. Again, while I did it then you may find it harder now as companies are much more picky with hiring now than they were then. Best wishes to you!
     
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  5. wulfman75

    wulfman75 Road Train Member

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    think Paschal Truck Lines does refereshers as well. Look into local communtiy colleges that have a cdl program they may offer refreshers. Not to be a dick but since you brought up thc make sure you are clean and stay that way. this industry does not mess around when it comes to drugs/alcohol and if you end up in that sap program you won't find a job. Not in this economy. Best of luck to ya.
     
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  6. FloridaBoy93

    FloridaBoy93 Light Load Member

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    Nah it’s fine I got mine10 years ago and still get offers lol I’ve used it on and off. More class B than A really but I’m holding out for something local
     
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  7. Zoltan1a

    Zoltan1a Road Train Member

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    Definitely not screwed, they will just stick you with a trainer
     
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    Frequently Asked Questions - KLLM Transport Services
    We accept refresher course students from many states around the country. This is all based on where we are currently hiring drivers. Give us a call today at 1-800-925-5556 to speak to a recruiter on if your state is eligible.
     
  9. drivingmissdaisy

    drivingmissdaisy Road Train Member

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    Don't matter. I got my CDL in Nov of 15 and didn't step foot into a commercial truck after testing until Jun of 17.
     
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