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Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Retrovirus, Aug 19, 2023.

  1. Chinatown

    Chinatown Road Train Member

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    For the most part, leasing a truck isn't a good idea. Some are ok with it, but remember, you're married to the truck.
    I'll look through my notes for companies. Get those endorsements though; they're money in the bank.
     
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  3. Chinatown

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  5. lual

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    The info in your above post is actually a VER-RY ATTRACTIVE situation for a new driver -- especially given the current CDL job market.

    Given this info, & the current overall uncertainty -- I would suggest you stay where you are now, until:

    • Sometime next year, when the trucking economic picture has maybe improved -- this means more/better opportunities for you
    • After you have acquired the relevant CDL endorsements: tanker, hazmat...& doubles/triples. To greatly simplify matters: add/put those (later) on your Nevada license; then you will then be more attractive to more potential employers -- & will have access to more opportunities (with better pay)
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    -- L
     
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  6. Chinatown

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  9. Retrovirus

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    Thank you Chinatown, you are the best!
     
  10. Space Truckin

    Space Truckin Light Load Member

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    I will just add on to what Chinatown and lual have said.

    It took me a while to find a job, but I finally got a good offer this week. Besides the bad market, we are coming out of Florida. In addition to that, I also have a crash on my record (almost 2 years ago now, but still haunting me). You know what got me to the top of the pile (at least with this particular carrier)? Having HAZMAT and tanker.
     
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