School says one thing - forum another - need personal evaluation.

Well the same old question - will they hire someone without experience.

I am at a point that I really need some good information on my opportunities.

The reason is that I will need cataract surgery that will cost $5,500



What are the chances with the following background:

AGE: 60

[FONT=&quot]Have you ever been convicted of a misdemeanor? NO[/FONT]


[FONT=&quot]Are you currently on probation or parole? NO - never[/FONT]


[FONT=&quot]Do you have "ANY" moving violations or accidents in the last 5 years? NO - none in 15 yrs
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[FONT=&quot] Have you been convicted in the last 5 years of Reckless, Negligent, or Careless Drivin[/FONT][FONT=&quot]g. NO-NEVER[/FONT]


[FONT=&quot]Have you EVER been convicted for driving while intoxicated? NO[/FONT]


[FONT=&quot] Have you ever had your driver's license suspended or revoked? NO[/FONT]


[FONT=&quot]Do you have any history of epilepsy, diabetes, or high blood pressure? NO[/FONT]


[FONT=&quot]Do you have any heart or cardiac problems? YES Minor stroke. On medication[/FONT]
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[FONT=&quot]Have you had any major surgeries, knee or back, or have other limitations? YE S [/FONT][FONT=&quot]One knee that has a slight limited range of motion.[/FONT]
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[FONT=&quot]Do you have any history of mental illness? [/FONT]YES[FONT=&quot] Completely under control with medication. [/FONT]
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[FONT=&quot]Do you have a poor work history or lack references? NO[/FONT]

 

it may be tough. just being honest here but health may be your biggest issue I'm in the same boat as you they don't like us older folks who need meds.

 

Something came to mind while reading your post- truck dealerships hire older drivers to deliver trucks for them. Tractors need work or modifications at another shop or the factory once in awhile, sometimes a customer needs a truck just out of the shop delivered to them. Some dealerships have other shops that need tractors shuttled back and forth to. Anyway, I've never done the work- but I keep meeting drivers who do it. And you might find insurance in the deal if you're lucky.
Hope it helps.

 

Start by getting a CDL medical card. I'm thinking that you won't be able to. I base that on:
1. Need cataract surgery
2. Minor stroke, on medication
3. History of mental illness

Even if the cataract problem is resolved, I just can't see where any company (or motor company insurer) would take you with items 2 and 3.

 

Not likely IMO.

As stated even with the eye surgery on medication for a stroke and whatever drugs they have you on for other reasons your probably a high risk to invest time in.

Now a school will bring you in and train you. But unless they are giving you the job afterwards ( not job placement but a job) I do not see to many companies hiring you.

 

Bummer - will have to keep racing my go-kart until I get a job.

 

What are you racing? I raced "animal" class on a road course. Starting out I was wishing I could afford "unlimited" and run 130 MPH. After just one race I realized 80 MPH was a good place to start.

 

I am racing a WF. I only race on sprint tracks.

 

Security gaurd job. Heck, I`ll probably be doing that soon.