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who will hire me under 21?

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Freebird135, Aug 26, 2009.

  1. Aug 26, 2009 #1
    Freebird135

    Freebird135 Road Train Member

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    im 20 with a class A, 2 years yard jockey experience...im a casual at ups freight but im going BROKE making $10.50 an hour and only getting 20-30 hours a week

    im not looking for a road job, or even a tractor trailer job

    will companies hire me at age 20 driving a straight truck locally, or maybe a construction company to drive a dump truck? i need to make more money NOW...UPSF doesnt understand that just cuz casuals are young dont mean we dont have bills to pay, i dont make enough money

    my dad told me to try small local companies but every one i called told me there either laying off or not hiring

    class A no restriction but also no endorsements (gotta be 21 to get them)
     
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  3. Aug 26, 2009 #2
    Scuby

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    Don't count on a driving job, its mostly due to the insurance company's policy. Unforntaely Freebird regardless of your driving record you are in the age group (male 16-24) that staticsally has the highest accident average.
     
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  4. Aug 26, 2009 #3
    Freebird135

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    yea i know it sucks, ive never had an accident and my only ticket was a $25 seatbelt ticket 3 years ago
     
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  5. Aug 26, 2009 #4
    paratroop73

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    The insurance company kills you as mentioned. Possible to try a paving company?
     
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  7. Aug 26, 2009 #5
    Freebird135

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    ive probably applied at 25+ jobs the last 3 days, im going broke and have a strong feeling ill be layed off soon
     
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  8. Aug 26, 2009 #6
    midget28

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    Construction companies Ive been driving a ready mix truck since I was 18 and my driving record isnt the best. Normally start out 12-14 hourly depending on where your from.
     
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  9. Aug 26, 2009 #7
    Truck Driver

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    Just keep trying and take the first offer you get. Don't just send out applications. go in and talk face to face and let them see that you ain't no punk kid but a respectable young man whos as good as anyone with the same experience. If they find out you're 20 before they get to speak to you then you don't have much of a shot.
     
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  10. Aug 26, 2009 #8
    cherokeechief

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    local companies that run only in state is about all you will be able to get. you will not be able to run over the road til you are 21. and most companies want you to be 23 before they will hire you to run over the road. so waste management, dump trucks, construction, city, state, and anything that does not cross the state line.
    oh, maybe even drive a grain truck for a farmer.
    but being under 21 will limit you where you can go and what you can do.
     
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  11. Aug 26, 2009 #9
    Freebird135

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    ive been looking for yard jockey (hostler) jobs but i never see them listed, must not be much of a demand for them

    my limitations until i turn 21 which is only in 2 months are no out of state, no hazmat, and no doubles...i believe thats it

    i hope i can find something, before i go broke....i paid $4000 cash for my CDL school, that was when i worked 50 hours or more a week......now our hours are cut

    sorry just venting lol......thanks for all the replies
     
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  12. Aug 26, 2009 #10
    Canada Dry

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    Try talking to a FDX Ground driver,most are O/Os,one of them Might be able to steer you to something.Again your age might get in the way. Good Luck.
     
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