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  1. spurs_fan21

    spurs_fan21 Bobtail Member

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    If I got my cdl in 2006 and was in training with TMC, are there any companies that will give me a refresher and hire me even though I had a minor accident (my trailer clipped the nose of a tractor and know one was hurt) but was terminated.
     
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    pattyj Road Train Member

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    TMC I've heard is pretty strict on everything.How much damage total was done?Also when was this done recently or back in 2006?
     
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    dog-c Road Train Member

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    Plenty of the big carriers are hurting for drivers so, considering this incident was 8 years ago I think they will give you a pass and you would take a refresher.
     
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    spurs_fan21 Bobtail Member

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    Pattyj it happened back in 2006 and there were no injuries to anyone and I caught some of the grill and one of the headlights.
     
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    spurs_fan21 Bobtail Member

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    Do you think it would still be on my DAC.
     
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    HotH2o Road Train Member

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    Even if it was on your DAC I wouldn't worry about it. You should have no trouble finding a job. Like stated above lots of companies are hurting for drivers. If a minor incident is the only thing on your record you'll get hired.
     
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    jlawson1979 Light Load Member

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    Maverick will hire you and you won't need a refresher. I don't think the accident will hurt you. Good Luck
     
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    How long since you've driven?
     
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    Powder Joints Subjective Prognosticator

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    After 3 years it will not matter much. Resent experience is more of a issue now.
     
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    Go to swift tell them you want .45 per mile see what they say let us know ...
     
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