Hello - Research in Progress

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  1. May 21, 2010 #1
    soon_to_be_trucker

    soon_to_be_trucker Bobtail Member

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    Glad to be part of the forum, thank you for having it. I'm finally making the move to become a trucker. Now I need help in finding out the information that will help becoming a trucker a smooth transition. Like what companies to consider, which one's maybe not to consider, either way I will be happy to have a J-O-B.

    What locations not to work in for inexperienced truckers & so on.

    Flatbeds, tankers, refrigerators & whatever else is out there - what are the pros and cons.

    Again thank you for providing the inside scoops.
     
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  3. May 21, 2010 #2
    Baack

    Baack Road Train Member

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    Hi, soon_to_be_trucker, 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, soon_to_be_trucker!

    soon_to_be_trucker, do you have a question about how to do something? Try our FAQ section or you can Private Message any Trucker Forum Staff Member (50 posts not required to PM a Moderator) to ask a question! Also, you can read through our Truckers Forum Information Center!
     
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  4. May 21, 2010 #3
    The Challenger

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    Hello STBT,

    I am KH, a greeter, It is my honor to welcome you to one of the greatest networking sites a trucker has in his/her tool belt. I am glad you are joining the elite group of certified product relocation specialists. As you are a new driver please check her on any questions you might have:

    http://www.thetruckersreport.com/truckingindustryforum/questions-from-new-drivers/

    Also please check here about schooling information:

    http://www.thetruckersreport.com/truckingindustryforum/trucking-schools/

    As for the pros and cons, my opinion is if you can learn how to run a reefer and put up with long live unloads you are better off as you learn to two types versus one with dry vans. Reefer pros and cons:

    Pros:

    You gain experience with two types of loads; dry and refrigerated
    You know how to run a reefer which some companies want experience on

    Cons:

    Live unloads and odd times of delivering as in early am and late ate at night

    I have never driven a flat so I can not tell about that. Good luck and welcome to the site. Enjoy your stay and remember help is one click away.

    KH
     
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  5. May 22, 2010 #4
    kickin chicken

    kickin chicken Road Train Member

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    Hello and Welcome to the Site:) I am glad to hear you say that you are doing your research(homework). You are the key to your own success. We look forward to posting with you. Best of Luck!
     
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  7. May 22, 2010 #5
    simplyred1962

    simplyred1962 Betty Boop, One Bodacious Babe!!!

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    Hello, and welcome, soon to be trucker!! Glad to have ya!

    Judi Kay
     
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