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Relatively safe places to be a trucker

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by lupe, Jul 1, 2010.

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  1. Jul 1, 2010 #1
    lupe

    lupe Medium Load Member

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    I once called a company that hires from SAGE in Florida but I forgot the company name, and when I said I live in Michigan they said they don't hire from Michigan. (Although I would be moving to Florida in July) So how can I know which companies hire from which states?

    What are some truck companies that hire from Michigan and Florida respectively? If you get hired by companies that hire from Florida are you more likely to drive in good weather? If you are hired by companies in California or southern states, does the chance you riding icy roads decrease somewhat?

    I would like to drive relatively safe places (no snow, no steep ranges like Colorado mountain), as much as possible, if possible. Which companies do you recommend?
    I see this option in Swift application (https://swiftdriverapps.com/app/FUY2A4/indeed) :

    I guess that would be the safest place to drive?
     
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  3. Jul 1, 2010 #2
    jtrnr1951

    jtrnr1951 Road Train Member

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    Metro Transit Authority ?????
     
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  4. Jul 1, 2010 #3
    kickin chicken

    kickin chicken Road Train Member

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    The standard for hiring would be that the applicant live within 50miles of the terminal.

    We can list companies, but, they may not apply to your locale and your needs.
    If you want to avoid inclement weather, I would suggest that you do not go OTR. Look for a local job that will keep you on a local route.
     
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  5. Jul 1, 2010 #4
    REDD

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    After reading this quote I have come to the conclusion that you don't want to be a truck driver!

    To be a driver you have to be prepared, trained, & skilled enough to handle every situation possible from mountain ranges to slippery roads!!!

    And did you know that trucking companies don't control the weather? I experienced more snow & ice last winter in the states of New Mexico, Arizona, Texas, Mississippi, Georgia, Florida, & Louisianna then what I experienced in Wisconsin, Minnesota, or any of those KNOWN inclement weather states..... Just wanted to prove a point.... Ice & snow happens every where!
     
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  7. Jul 1, 2010 #5
    TREE

    TREE Heavy Load Member

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    Heck the guy i know says i won't be a trucker for another 5 years.
    DRIVE ON HIGHWAYS A CHIMP CAN LEARN,BUT DRIVING COAST TO COAST AND NOT KILL ANYBODY(OR YOURSELF)
    THEN YOU CAN SAY IT

    This is a guy i would like to throw a load lock at:biggrin_255:

    But he is right!
     
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  8. Jul 1, 2010 #6
    chompi

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    Trucking is a very dangerous career!
     
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  9. Jul 1, 2010 #7
    rocknroll nik

    rocknroll nik High Risk Load Member

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    It most certainly is!!! And it is no place for people who are unsure of themselves and their abilities. You gotta earn it everyday. And even if you drive the same route everyday of the week there is always something different happening on it.
     
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  10. Jul 19, 2010 #8
    Sgt York

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    My little comment is that I drive a septic tanker 3500 gal, seems every load is differnt, the truck always handles differnt every time, its like a new truck every load
     
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  11. Jul 22, 2010 #9
    BigRigJenny

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    Reality is there is no such thing as a totally safe trucking gig. There will always be days where it is rainy and slippery, foggy, poor visibility etc- it's inevitable anywhere you go. And no matter what, you'll always have to share the road with other vehicles, including some haphazard 4-wheelers and motorcycles that think you can stop on a dime. You can try to limit the risks, but with this gig, you can't eliminate all of them. If you want a job is guaranteed safe, trucking probably isn't right for you
     
    BigRigJenny, Jul 22, 2010
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  12. Jul 22, 2010 #10
    Kiviknon

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