I got my CDL back in October. As of today, I have doubles/triples, tanker, and hazmat. Since November I have been working in a Class B capacity with a concrete readymix company in New Braunfels, TX. I know that CDL B experience isn't the same as CDL A, especially on paper and to an employer. However, I have applied to so many local positions that don't ask for experience flat out. Beverage delivery, alcohol, food delivery. I really don't want to go OTR or regional. I'm 37 years old and left a 10 year career in law enforcement back in a Chicago. So I've never had anything wrong with my past. Where can I look? I feel like I use filters on job sites and I still get pushed positions that require 2+ years of combination experience. Any assistance would be appreciated. Thank you.
*New Grad* Can I land a Class A CDL gig that's local?
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As a fuel hauler (class "A" work; 48-ft trailers) -- I can't in good conscience recommend fuel hauling to anyone with less than 2 years of class "A" experience.
"Fuel haulers don't have accidents -- they have disasters"
That pretty much leaves:
- Beverage delivery (sodas, beer)
- Food service (Sysco, McLane, etc)
- LTL pickup & delivery (ABF Freight, UPS, FedEx, XPO, etc)
Given the current overall CDL job market's status....all the best of luck.
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Old Dominion Freight Line
https://www.odfl.com › us › en › tools › service-center-locator › TX › SNA.html
Freight & cargo service in San Antonio, TX
6802 NE Loop 410, San Antonio, TX 78219
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This one hires new cdl school grads.
Will train for fuel hauling.
Check to see if any openings near you.
CDL Driver Careers | Gemini Motor Transport
Join Gemini Motor Transport, a nationwide for-hire fuel and specialty products motor carrier. Drive a modern fleet with industry-leading safety features and top-level technology.
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Coastal Transport Co Inc
https://www.coastaltransport.com
Natural gas supplier in San Antonio, TX
1603 Ackerman Rd, San Antonio, TX 78219
Hires new cdl school grads and those with very little experience. Will train.
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New Braunfels, TX Trash Pickup & Recycling | Republic Services
We have waste services in New Braunfels and the nearby area. For regularly scheduled recycling and trash pickup, dumpster rental, and more, contact us to get started.
Has Class-A driving jobs.
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