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Discussion in 'The Welcome Wagon' started by CallmeJW, Apr 6, 2017.

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  1. Apr 6, 2017 #1
    CallmeJW

    CallmeJW Bobtail Member

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    I'm brand new here, just got my CDL permit and have been scouring everything I can about where to start my career and the only thing I can think is "Truckers will bit*# about ANYTHING!"

    For every 5 things someone says good about a company or truck or way of thinking, 5 things will be said just the opposite.

    The advice here seems absolutely worthless because NOTHING is consistent. You just have to stop reading when you find what you want to hear.

    If you're so miserable, why don't you go swing a hammer or something? If you think a company is so ####ty, why do you still go collect their paychecks? I've seen some of you putting down a company after you've signed on with them but before you even drove a single mile with them! If I was a hiring manager and read these forums, there's NO WAY I'd let you come work for my company.

    Is there anyone POSITIVE here who wants to point a military vet and new driver in a decent direction without all the negativity?

    Thanks
    JW
     
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  3. Apr 6, 2017 #2
    Flyingdutchman1982

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  4. Apr 6, 2017 #3
    Steel Dragon

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    Because when you quit, you never get next weeks check.
    Then you move to another company with new lies and even lower pay.
     
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  5. Apr 6, 2017 #4
    Flyingdutchman1982

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    Its is all what you make of it and your tolerance for bull****. It gets deep out here some times. The s*** i mean lol.
     
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  7. Apr 6, 2017 #5
    CallmeJW

    CallmeJW Bobtail Member

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    I'll be out of Des Moines, Iowa. Trying to stay away from OTR but seems like that's the best route to get that coveted 6 months - 1 year experience everyone seems to want you to have regionally or locally.

    I have a strong interest in flatbed/step deck driving and all the things that entails. (From all the things I know of it)

    Also have a class B boom truck position in my pocket hauling Sheetrock. Anyone think that will be enough "experience" to get hired on somewhere else down the road?
     
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  8. Apr 6, 2017 #6
    Dave_in_AZ

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    Your quick on the uptake. Nail right on the head.

    I think the reason for said ##### ing, lies in the nature of having to put up with a lot of crap. Even once you get passed working for a mega, just on a normal day, the motoring public can be a lot to deal with. Now throw in fatigue, and all the rules and regs from the DOT, and voila, grumpy drivers.

    It's not a profession for the weak minded.
     
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  9. Apr 6, 2017 #7
    CallmeJW

    CallmeJW Bobtail Member

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    Also: I am kicking around a community college vs. a 1 day CDL and doesn't seem to matter because at the end of both I still have 0 experience.
     
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  10. Apr 7, 2017 #8
    Steel Dragon

    Steel Dragon Road Train Member

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    Pretrip and post trip no pay.check.
    Fueling no pay.check.
    Waiting at shipper receiver...no pay.check
    Pickup at 5 pm then find parking...check.
    Wake up to find chowser parked stupidly...blocking your exit.check.
    Enjoy the sweet smell of curry, and habib washing his feet in the sink,as you brush, shower and shave.check
    Get your check on Friday for $500.
    Enjoy!
     
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  11. Apr 7, 2017 #9
    Sharky88

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    Trucking is what you make of it. If your new then you do have a lot to learn. And yes people will ##### about anything and every thing. The best thing to do is get your CDL and try to get hired by a reputable company. Learn the ropes. Do recruiters lie? Sure do! Wil it make or break you? Maybe. That will depend on you. Your first year will be the hardest. You will experience things that will make you shake your head and wonder if you made the right choice. Stick with it. Gain the experience. After your second year you will have a better handle on if this career is for you. Will it take 2 years? Probably, if you want to really understand the industry. You wonder why people are so jaded? Well, most companies will promise the world and then not live up to it. If you stick with it you will see for your self. Good luck
     
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  12. Apr 7, 2017 #10
    Flyingdutchman1982

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    Have you looked at TMC or Melton? I believe they both have trainers. You will need to go to a driving school though most likely to get your cdl and some experience before anyone will talk to you.
     
    Flyingdutchman1982, Apr 7, 2017
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