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Looking to get CDL in California, mega carrier my only option?

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by dynarius909, Jan 23, 2022.

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  1. Jan 23, 2022 #1
    dynarius909

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    Forgive my ignorance, ive watched a bunch of trucking videos but i know its not an accurate representation of what I may go through. Considering ill have no experience at all, is the mega carrier route my only option in the beginning? im 25 yrs old & have a clean driving record, no accidents/tickets for the past 7 years of driving, No criminal record.

    And supposedly there is a right & wrong way to get your CDL, something about not getting an automatic restriction on my CDL? does that affect me? not too sure. I dont mind either way, i understand the need to dip my toes in and get that experience under my belt, just curious if mega carriers are the only ones that will train a new person. Thank you
     
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  3. Jan 23, 2022 #2
    Chinatown

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    Nothing wrong with getting a cdl through a mega carrier.
    Where are you in California?
     
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    Moosetek13

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    If you can find training on a manual shift, do it. Mega or otherwise.
    It will give you a few more options.

    But more companies are going auto these days, so it is not really that big of a deal if you stay in those places.
    The days of manual shift are gone, except for a few places.

    And the right mega can be your friend.
    They always have the loads, and you often have more control over how you run those loads.
     
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    Chinatown

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    Chinatown

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    Temp-Control - CFI
    Will send you to a private school nearby or their in-house school in Missouri.
    Transportation, meals, lodging, provided.
    [​IMG][​IMG]
     
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    Morning Star has been advertising for the upcoming tomato season.
     
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