Verifiable experience

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  1. Banga87

    Banga87 Bobtail Member

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    My buddy is an owner operator can I just ride with him for 30 days and will that be considered verifiable tractor-trailer experience?
     
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  3. Milr72

    Milr72 Medium Load Member

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    Quick answer, no!!
     
  4. Eddiec

    Eddiec Road Train Member

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    The FMCSA doesn't have one single, short definition, but "verifiable experience" means commercial driving time that a new employer can officially confirm through background checks (49 CFR 391.23), typically from previous carriers, covering driving on public roads, operating under DOT regulations (like using logs), and related safety performance, not just driving on private property. This involves checking employment history for the past three years for any drug/alcohol violations (via the Clearinghouse), safety records, and confirming on-duty time and responsibilities with prior companies, ensuring it's legitimate, regulated driving.

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  5. firemedic2816

    firemedic2816 Road Train Member

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  6. Chinatown

    Chinatown Road Train Member

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    Fayetteville, NC - here's some companies to consider:
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    You'll need hazmat endorsement for the tanker companies.
    I know of some tanker companies that hire new grads, but must have hazmat/tanker endorsements.
    Do you want a list of those also?
    Some hire for teams out of North Carolina. Will you team?
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  7. Chinatown

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    Bison | North America's Trusted Supply Chain Solution
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    Just Got Your CDL-A? Start Your Trucking Career with Us – OTR Miles Ready! You got your license. Now it’s time to get experience. Bison USA helps new drivers build their future — starting day one. From paid training to your first solo load, we’ve got your back every mile of the way.
     
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  8. blairandgretchen

    blairandgretchen Road Train Member

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    I’ve watched that video on the Gulfstream G670 one engine flameout on takeoff test flight about 30 times - will the FAA count that as certifiable flight time?

    Pretty sure I could have got that bird to fly.
     
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