Is this realistic?

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  1. DerbyCity76

    DerbyCity76 Bobtail Member

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    I’m in my mid 40s, and I think I want to get my CDL and go over the road with a mega for a year, but afterwards I want to get Into LTL. I’m not worried about physical labor, but I have had a desk job my whole life. Is LTL a good idea for someone starting at my age?
     
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  3. Old_n_gray

    Old_n_gray Road Train Member

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    Yup, it will work. I started ltl at an older age too. Been at abf 7 years now. Go for it.
     
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  4. Chinatown

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    Where is your location? Louisville, KY?
    Do you want a trucking company cdl school or pay for private cdl school?
     
  5. DerbyCity76

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    I’m in Louisville, KY. I can pay for school, but I’m almost certain I want to go with a trucking company because I want the year over-the-road experience. I think that would be the best way to learn before trying to drive locally. No problem whatsoever paying my dues.
     
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    Here's a good outfit and the nearest school is in Burns Harbor, Indiana.
    Transportation, meals, lodging provided.
    Truck Driving School - FFE
    https://ffe.jobs/truck-driving-school
    Upon graduation and earning your CDL-A, new Drivers have the opportunity to take advantage of all that FFE has to offer.
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  9. Chinatown

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    This one hires in 48 states and can run 48 states also.
    Wilson Logistics

    https://www.wilsonlogistics.com
    Wilson Logistics is a family-owned trucking company that knows our drivers as well as we know our customers.
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    Carter Express, Inc.
    https://drive4carterexpress.com/students
    When you attend training at one of our certified partner schools, Carter Express can sponsor you which includes covering 100% of the tuition costs or offering a tuition reimbursement program.
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