Employability?

Discussion in 'Trucking Schools and CDL Training Forum' started by SawM249, Jan 29, 2012.

  1. SawM249

    SawM249 Bobtail Member

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    Howdy,

    I'm a newbie to TR here and well I'm entertaining the idea of becoming a driver (currently a factory worker)- I did a few searches here but couldn't find any information relevant to my situation. Hopefully you folks can clarify.

    I spoke to a truck driver acquaintance of mine who brought up the possibility of my driving record being an issue with trucking companies.

    My record is as follows for the past 2 years:

    FAIL TO YIELD RGHT OF WAY 10/7/2010 Points: 2

    65 MPH in a 45 MPH zone 9/10/2010 Points: 0

    ....and the KICKER- more than 2 years ago.

    PHYSICAL CONTROL 09/15/2009 Points: 0 (@ age 19)

    I was told that Physical Control is a red flag for DUI- that most companies would not touch me for 5 years, but he mentioned a few that will hire after the 3 years mark.

    I am wondering what the reality of the situation is. Would I be employable to companies hiring new drivers now or anytime in the future? I'm 22, clean criminal background, served in the military, good employment history and references.

    Thanks in advance for any replies/ advice. Looking forward to reading them.

    - Jason
     
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  3. cpttuttle

    cpttuttle Medium Load Member

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    i wouldn't count on it.65 in a 45 is a serious violation,along with the red flag.you might get hired with 1serius violation,not 2.
     
  4. Destruction1028

    Destruction1028 Bobtail Member

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    Check into getting your driving record expunged I'm looking into that myself cause I have a 70 in the 55 that I want off
     
  5. jdimes

    jdimes Medium Load Member

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    Good luck you might be able to drive a Tonka truck and Im not being a wise acre
     
  6. WMGUY

    WMGUY Road Train Member

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    most of the training companies won't touch you with that 20 over posted speed, anything 15mph and over will get you terminated soo i don't think your gonna be driving a big truck anytime soon
     
  7. none

    none Light Load Member

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    New England trucking might hire you.
     
  8. none

    none Light Load Member

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    C.R. England might hire you.
     
  9. WMGUY

    WMGUY Road Train Member

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    maybe they will hire him but i can't think of a reason why he would want to go their just sayin
     
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