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Wondering if I should pursue trucking

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Lisa9, Oct 18, 2020.

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  1. Oct 18, 2020 #1
    Lisa9

    Lisa9 Light Load Member

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    Hi, there. My name is Lisa. I'm 36 and live in Alabama. Single and no children. I haven't had much luck finding a long-term job around here, and don't want to keep waiting for someone to hire me.

    I've often thought about trucking and have talked with a few recruiters. I back off because I'm worried I won't be able to handle a big truck, will confuse the gears and brake lines, etc., and don't possess a lot of mechanical ability. My research into this field still hasn't helped me decide if it's right for me or not.

    Driving is something I've always enjoyed, although I know trucking is more than just driving. Definitely not trying to romanticize the job.

    Any advice will be greatly appreciated. Thank you and be well.
     
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  3. Oct 18, 2020 #2
    Dennixx

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    Don't know about you personally but more and more woman have taken up a trucking career.
    Not as complex as you may think.
    You will have an automatic transmission and you have a 50% chance of getting the air lines correct right off the bat.
     
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  4. Oct 18, 2020 #3
    kemosabi49

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    You don't have anything there stopping you. Go for it. Lots of woman in trucking these days.
    @Jenn72 @UturnGirl
     
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  5. Oct 18, 2020 #4
    Badmon

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    Its a big plus youre aware that its not a glorious vacation joyride. Your head is already in the right place
     
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  7. Oct 18, 2020 #5
    Dave_in_AZ

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    Got nothing to lose by trying.
     
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    Chinatown

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    Never heard of Alabama; where is it? I was born & raised in Tennessee.
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    Which town/city are you near? Let us know and we'll help you get started.
    Plenty of good paying trucking jobs in Alabama for drivers just entering the trucking career.
     
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    Chinatown

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    ....and @laaylor
     
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    JoeTruck

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    You can do this.
     
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    MACK E-6

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    ...and @RebelChick
     
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