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Discussion in 'The Welcome Wagon' started by BDOGG, Jan 2, 2013.

  1. BDOGG

    BDOGG Bobtail Member

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    Hi everyone, BDogg here from Mi. Not new to the industry but new to the forum. I've had a class A from about 10 yrs but I don't currently drive big rigs. Right now I work for a comp. driving a concrete mixer and dump trailer; among other things. I love my job, but the comp. I work for is going str8 into the toilet. I'm currently laid off for the the winter, so I'm just putting some irons in the fire. One of the worse things I've realized about the trucking industry, is the "Catch 22". Every company wants you to have 1-2 yrs. of OTR experience, but you can't get that experience without getting hired. Unfortunately, I got my CDL through Lansing Community College; not the most reputable truck driving school in the country. So suffice it to say, I had significant difficulty finding a job. Anyway, just wanted to say Hello to everyone.
     
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  3. goblue

    goblue Road Train Member

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    Hey Bdogg...lol I'm from Michigan too. I can understand your frustration with Michigan. My great "Career" got hit with budget cuts and poor management...LOL Michigan Style. I'm going the OTR route via a company to get my CDL and get started/experience. I'm looking forward to getting out of Michigan too.

    I don't think LCC is a bad place...I would think there training is better than a common CDL school.

    Good luck, keep us posted.
     
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