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How Do I Get Back On the Road?

Discussion in 'Experienced Truckers' Advice' started by Bayou_baby, Oct 5, 2009.

  1. Oct 5, 2009 #1
    Bayou_baby

    Bayou_baby Light Load Member

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    I've been off the road and away from a commercial vehicle since June 26,2008. one because I was fired twice in 6 mos., two because I had to be home with my teenage daughter. Now that all the companies are claiming "If you've been out or away from a commercial vehicle for more than six months, even with 9yrs OTR experience I still can't get back to work as a Licensed CDL driver. how can i get a complete DAC report? and who will even give me a chance. most of my experience and preference is in the Flatbed and Ov ersize division of the trucking industry. My daughter and I are looking for a company that will either let her run with me full time,until she gets her GED and starts with the military, or find a company that has a lease purchase program that isn't as boguss as C.R. England or TRUX MAX. please email me and let me know? due to the fact i have limited access to computer i can only check my email 3times a week. so please be patient with me. s
    sincerely, Amanda Blaser
     
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  3. Oct 17, 2009 #2
    lazarus66

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    I dont think the military takes GED's any more. Plenty of college grads in the enlisted ranks these days.
     
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  4. Oct 17, 2009 #3
    3.14

    3.14 Road Train Member

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    the army is definitely NOT taking anybody with a GED. no waivers for it, either. they're only taking people with high school diplomas or better.
     
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  5. Oct 17, 2009 #4
    Larz

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    Just be persistent. If you search for some threads I started, you will see my adventures in trying to find a job after being off the road for a time.

    Look at the smaller companies, that is who I just got hired on with.

    I made a list of some of them. But since you have experience in the last 3 years you should be Ok as far as experience goes.

    Good luck, Larz
     
    Larz, Oct 17, 2009
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  7. Oct 17, 2009 #5
    Allow Me.

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    It doesn't sound like your focus is on trucking. It sounds like trucking is just a job to pay the bills and your real focus is your daughter with her problems. I don't think a company wants an employee running around the Country with a problem child tagging along. It only means held up freight and problems galore. That's just my opinion. Good luck......
     
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  8. Oct 17, 2009 #6
    supdty93

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    Hey I feel for you in the situation your in. I'm a construction driver trying to jump onboard the road gang and it's like being a foriegner.I found a few that I could qualify for to submit an app. to. Arrow was one Heartland was another but I hear they're a scary outfit. Also I don't remember if they operate that far south, give it a shot. As far as your Dac the website to see is HireRight your allowed 1 free copy a year, just like your credit report. So wish you luck in your search honey, this site is the place to chase from what I've found.:yes2557:
     
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  9. Oct 17, 2009 #7
    notarps4me

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    Heck with that... how do I get off of the road??:biggrin_2559:
     
    notarps4me, Oct 17, 2009
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  10. Oct 17, 2009 #8
    Peanut Butter

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    Its Easy Notarps, park the truck, hang up the steering wheel on the wall, let the air out of the tires, and kick back in the easy chair and drink a cold one lol. oh and forget the truck is in the driveway,, yea i know easier said than done,, oh well.. lol
     
    Peanut Butter, Oct 17, 2009
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