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Discussion in 'The Welcome Wagon' started by badiver, Mar 12, 2010.

  1. badiver

    badiver Bobtail Member

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    Hello everyone glad this site is here, it should help me with information. I have had an A CDL for over 10 years. I owned a rental business that required it. I do not have any OTR experience though. Any suggestions on companies to talk to or advice is more than welcome.

    My background is business and operations management for the last 15 years or so. Due to one of many buy outs, IPO's, mergers, etc. I again find myself looking for work. Many times I have considered OTR trucking but have not taken it up. I now feel that it is time to do it. The main attraction is getting away from the corporate grind, traveling on the road, and steady dependable work.

    Fortunately I live well below my prior income level and can afford the reduced pay. I am targeting a minimum of $500.00 net per week. Of course more would be better, I always plan for the worst and work towards the best. If this is not realistic then I appreciate folks letting me know from their experience.

    I am also not interested in a school. I would expect I will have to spend time with a trainer regardless of the company I go with. Going to a school when I am already licensed and have experience driving is not acceptable in my mind.

    Now back to reading threads and learning.

    Bobby
     
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  3. Baack

    Baack Road Train Member

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    Hi, badiver, Welcome to our Truckers Forum! We hope you enjoy your stay and please read our RULES. We hope to help you and get to know you soon! Thanks, badiver!

    badiver, do you have a question about how to do something? Try our FAQ section or you can PM me or a Moderator (50 posts not required to PM a Mod) to ask a question! Also, you can read through our Truckers Forum Information Center!
     
  4. snowbunny

    snowbunny Medium Load Member

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    Hello and Welcome! Best of Luck with your new career path! Someone, lots of someones will be able to help you out in which direction to go...check out Good/bad companies to start your search.
     
  5. notarps4me

    notarps4me Road Train Member

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    More than likely you will need a school or at least a refresher.
     
  6. JustSonny

    JustSonny Big Dummy

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    Welcome to the forum Bobby! In the short time I've been a member of this board, I've noticed quite a few things going on that, from what I've read, are making it difficult for a CDL holder with no recent OTR experience. I hope some of the folks here that have some hands on experience with this issue will come behind me and give you some advice and caution. Good luck to you!
     
  7. kickin chicken

    kickin chicken Road Train Member

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    Hello and Welcome to the site:)
     
  8. aracos

    aracos Light Load Member

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    Yep, a school or refresher...
    I've had my cdl for 20 years, with 8-9yrs OTR and just under the 1million miles mark logged. But since I haven't driven in over 5yrs I'm having to go back through a driving school just to get a refresher...
     
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