Beginning the Long Awaited CDL Process

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Wedge, Oct 14, 2010.

  1. Wedge

    Wedge Road Train Member

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    I have phoned Salt Lake City, and was told to be expecting a call, I assume, from their safety department.

    The initial communication was made via e-mail as it was necessary to attach documentation they needed to have. I called after sending three e-mails and I did make an appearance at the Conley terminal.

    If this drags on much longer, I'll have no choice but to move on.
     
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  3. sammycat

    sammycat "Oldest Hijackerette"

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    That bites Wedge with everything you have vested into Central but you have more than met them half way with what you have done.

    Keeping my best thoughts for you, as always.
     
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  4. Wedge

    Wedge Road Train Member

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    Thanks Sammycat.

    I'll call them again tomorrow and see where I stand.
     
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    Trilleth Medium Load Member

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    Good luck, Wedge. Keeping prayers and crossed fingers going for you. Hope you hear soon.
     
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    vmwelker Light Load Member

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    I suspected that this might be the case. They don't have much invested in you at this point, and may not feel motivated to put you back on the road.

    You know, it's possible that they're the ones who are deaf, not you. They may be just ignoring you. It could be that they don't have the guts to tell you to your face that they're out of money, or things aren't working out for one reason or the other (maybe your mumbling trainer trashed you too badly). That's a really tasteless and cowardly way to treat someone, but I've seen this kind of thing happen before.

    I know you want to give this a little more time, and I respect you for wanting to do the right thing. If I were you, though, I'd be putting the time at home to good use and researching the next company. Then, if I did make the decision to move on, I'd know exactly who to apply to.
     
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    Wedge Road Train Member

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    Thanks Trilleth.

    I'm going to shake the cage today and see what happens.
     
  8. Wedge

    Wedge Road Train Member

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    Well, it turns out that it's a case of the left hand not knowing what the right hand is doing. Quite typical of large companies.

    Your points are valid and I agree. Only so much time should be allowed to pass before moving on. I was researching a new company to sign on with, but the situation has moved in a positive direction after a couple of phone calls to Salt Lake City, and a trip to the terminal. I'll post an update on my status shortly.

    Thanks for your input, vmwelker. I appreciate your comments and recommendations. :biggrin_25514:
     
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    wulfman75 Road Train Member

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    Hope they get you on the road soon Wedge. I'd hate to get out there before you do. lmao :biggrin_25525:
     
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    Congrats to you Wedge! I am a wanna be driver and have been following this thread (although it has been a while since it was posted). You had me biting the nails just to see who you wanted to drive for. I have been doing lots of research on those companies that will accept new drivers. There are always pros and cons it is just a matter (like you said) of what is important to you. Swift is on the short list for me as well. I won't be able to start school until May 1 but have been and will continue to read all the excellent advice that has been posted.

    I am retired Air Force and look forward to starting a second career, I just wanna do it right the first time. I hope all has been going well for you and should I end up with Swift maybe we will run into each other somewhere OTR...LoL.
     
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  11. Wedge

    Wedge Road Train Member

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    Thanks, Roadrunner, and welcome to the forum.

    If you're not starting school until May, you'll have plenty of time to do your research. There are plenty of folks on here that can offer up advice, so don't be afraid to ask.

    Let us know how you're doing in school.

    Best of luck!:biggrin_25525:
     
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