New Guy looking for some pointers

My advice would be to keep doing what you're doing. Riding with family members will give you a huge edge when you do go to school. And go to school, you should. Learn all you can about HOS rules, scaling, shifting, etc. before stepping foot in a driving classroom. Any knowledge is good knowledge and it'll pay off for you later. What may seem insignificant now can have enormous benefits for you later on. Find a reputable school. Most community college truck driving programs are the best, at least better than any cdl "mill". Take your time and do it right. Being single and not having kids is also to your advantage as you continue. You're at the perfect age and you can make a great career out of it if you keep focused (like it sounds you are). About the best advice I can give you is to concentrate and learn all you can. Remember, every driver has a very important responsibility, that is to keep themselves and all other motorists safe. That should be your primary focus. Don't get into a hurry when driving and always allow yourself more than enough time to get where you're going. Best of luck.

 

Seems like you got a good plan going,just keep your eyes and ears open and absorb everything like a sponge.Good luck to ya.

 

Sounds good. In addition to your family's views, always study the CDL book also. You need the book to pass your DMV tests, but your family can give you real world experience. You're doing good with having the best of both worlds. Stay out of trouble and make sure your MVR is in good status. Many different companies have different requirements on felonies, misdermeanors, tickets, etc. Just remember to stay out of the drug crowd and you could get your experience and make good for yourself like your family members.

 

When you finally get out there all I can say is take your time...A couple extra minutes isnt going to make that much diffrence contrary to the way some of the hot shots out there drive & you see them everyday & sooner or later youll see them again in the ditch & without a job...Good luck my friend..

 

wacth alot of u tube, you can type in regulations, hours of service or really kewl truck driving the big road

 

DON'T GET IN A HURRY!!!

Get out and look (GOAL) isn't just a catch phrase from the safety sallies... It works.

IF you want to be treated like a pro, then you have to perform, and ACT like one.

And lastly...

Do your homework. RECRUITERS DO LIE! Check with the folks with their butts in the seat before agreeing to attend anyone's orientation, and know for sure what they pay and how they pay. Otherwise you can wind up getting the shaft.