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Save My Sanity, Need a Real Opportunity

Discussion in 'Seek Employment' started by Rattlebunny, Oct 25, 2009.

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  1. Oct 25, 2009 #1
    Rattlebunny

    Rattlebunny Medium Load Member

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    In a short period of time I will be going to a large company and paying $1400 for a refresher course and leasing from them. This is something I'd rather not do.

    I am a rookie driver with 6 months of refer experience, clean license, DAC, and DMV. No accidents and no incidents looking for a serious job offer in New England.

    I currently live on Cape Cod in Mass. I have a Maine License and I need work. Anyone have any ideas or suggestions. I have until 11/09/2009 to find something else or commit to the Course and a rough road to say the least.

    I run hard, and legal. I have experience as an Aircraft Mechanic (6 years) so you'll never get an "I dunno it's broke" call from me.

    Additionally I am not a young'n so I'm not afraid of work, or running a full 11 hours before shutting down for the night. And I don't expect home time every weekend. Willing to be out for extended periods if need dictates.

    Any serious help would be appreciated. Thanks.
     
    Rattlebunny, Oct 25, 2009
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  3. Oct 28, 2009 #2
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    allegany Bobtail Member

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    You own your own truck?
     
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  4. Oct 28, 2009 #3
    Rattlebunny

    Rattlebunny Medium Load Member

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    Unfortunately, No.
     
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  5. Oct 28, 2009 #4
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    you haven't done much reading on here, have you? you're going to pay a company $1400 to go to work for them, then pay for their truck for them on top of that????? wasn't there a time when people got a job, and their company paid them, NOT the other way around? can this "country" get any more screwed up?
     
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    73 FJ40 Thanks this.
  7. Oct 28, 2009 #5
    chief

    chief Heavy Load Member

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    have you not read any of the topics on fleece option scams?
     
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  8. Oct 28, 2009 #6
    chief

    chief Heavy Load Member

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    why can't I post a reply?
     
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  9. Oct 28, 2009 #7
    Rattlebunny

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    Actually I have read a ton of the posts on here. And I fully understand the situation, but still at the moment they are my only option. I posted here looking for another viable option ... do you have a suggestion?

    Thanks, Chief, but what I need here are viable alternatives. Can you help?:biggrin_2554:

    Replies are held until a moderator approves them in this section of the board.
     
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  10. Oct 28, 2009 #8
    Baack

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    Hey whats going in here thats got our computer watching you guys LOL:biggrin_2559:

    Not sure what the problem is, it normally straightens itself out
    Please be patient if your post goes into moderation
    We'll get it :yes2557:
     
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  11. Oct 28, 2009 #9
    Bent Wrench

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    Do not sign any lease agreement that requires you to make a payment and yet does not have specific guarantee for the availability of loads that will allow you to make a living over and above paying for the lease. Without this guarantee they are guaranteed their money, and to get the truck back when you can't pay for it.

    Run far Run fast. That is not a job it is a death warrant for your financial outlook.
     
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  12. Oct 29, 2009 #10
    Rattlebunny

    Rattlebunny Medium Load Member

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    I understand, and will read the entire agreement. But there are CRE lease drivers that are making it ... barely ... but making it. I've personally spoken to a few.

    At any rate, thanks for the advice.:yes2557:
     
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