Some Newbie Question(s)

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by BlueThunderr, Sep 11, 2012.

  1. BlueThunderr

    BlueThunderr Medium Load Member

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    Hi all...hope to be a regular trucker, and a regular here....But before I go any further I need an answer to one question....

    I got a reckless driving charge about a year ago....Pretty sure that's the only thing on my license....If there is anything else it would be a speeding ticket from years ago....

    Too much on my license ? Or will someone take a chance on me ?

    thanks,
    BT
     
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  3. fisher guy

    fisher guy Road Train Member

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    reckless driving is tough to have on ur license especially it only being a year old.... most companies go back 3 years some go back farther.... its best to try to get on with a smaller carrier as they may be less picky...depending on ur age it maybe impossible to find a job with that on there all i can say is try it cant hurt to check...if that doesnt work keep ur nose clean for the next 2 years and be ready to take a refresher course if ur already enrolled and going to truck driving school
     
  4. BlueThunderr

    BlueThunderr Medium Load Member

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    I'm 40 years old....If I would look at a smaller carrier would that me lower pay, lamer truck, etc ? One thing I am hoping to impress any company with i the fact that I will basically live in the truck all year except for X-mas, Thanksgiving, and maybe a few other times per year.

    Oh I forgot to mention I have never driven Big Rig before....So I would have to go through all the schooling and everything else.
     
  5. KMac

    KMac Road Train Member

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    Probably have to let a couple.more years go by. Insurance don't like reckless charges. FYI if your speeding ticket was 15 or more over it is considered.reckless also.
     
  6. KMac

    KMac Road Train Member

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    Also, as the new.guy, you will likely be in the trucl at thanksgiving, xmas etc.
     
  7. BlueThunderr

    BlueThunderr Medium Load Member

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    Can anyone mention some smaller carriers that I could try getting in contact with ?
     
  8. mamamullins

    mamamullins Medium Load Member

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    Blue Thunder, have you pulled your MVR to take a look at it and see what is on it? It only costs $10-$14 to get a copy of it from the DMV. Most tickets will only stay on your driving record for 2 years depending on your state. Most carriers do not allow more then 1 moving violation within the past 3 years. If you have more then one, then I agree that you will have to go to a smaller company. So the first step is find out what is on your MVR, and then talk to a company that provides truck driving training or a vocational school. You will need to be honest and upfront with them about your MVR, and any criminal history. If it is a misdemeanor charge then most companies require that you have no misdemeanor charges within the past 5 years and if it is a felony charge it has to 7-10 years old.
     
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  9. BlueThunderr

    BlueThunderr Medium Load Member

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    Hey mama thanks for your answer....My Mom works at DMV so I'll have her get a report of my driving record
     
  10. Elchery

    Elchery Bobtail Member

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    good luck with that, i hope you can make it.
     
  11. chompi

    chompi Road Train Member

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    I would call around to several companies and ask about your record before you even commit to trucking school. Reckless driving on your record is a big "no no" and you will really have a tough time finding a company that will hire you.
     
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