29 Year Veteran Newbie

There was a thread on here somewhere called "Companies that don't require a refresher course" or words to that effect.

Edit: Found it - http://www.thetruckersreport.com/truckingindustryforum/experienced-truckers-advice/131489-companies-that-dont-require-refresh-course.html

 

You wouldn't happen to have some proof that you drove for a carrier and drove trucks for the studios, would you? You might be able to find a smaller carrier who would be willing to take you on.

 

I really do not think you will have a problem at all--besides almost everyone knows that most of what you did may not necessarily transfer as an OTR driver--it is still considered Hi-value etc. Also in terms of references--if you worked in the film industry in LA--I'm sure you were/are a teamster--and should still have a withdrawal card--unless you are still paying dues and keeping up membership--and your work history and time paid into pension fund will all be on file....
As for work--I know union work is tight if not non-existant--but I would still check in at the hall--you might still be able to grab something here or there as you look--besides there are a TON of smaller companies in So. Cal--that I am sure with your experience would talk to you--I know of lots of guys who got out over hte years for a time--for whatever reason and could find a job--IMHO--it is only the very large carriers--and probably for the most part due to their particular insurance situation that require this refresher nonsence--besides coming out of what you did--I sincerely doubt you would be able to put up with the kind of nonsence that goes on at the mega fleets like USA
Just my$.02

 

I completely understand your reluctance to get back into what you were doing--I only mentioned the renewal card--to be used as additional documentations of previous experince as you apply--and the possiblity of a little work(to tide you over)so you don't have to rush and can really look around for a good job!