The skinny on 2 schools in Vegas

Hi guys. Long time, no type!

I finished my training with AGS and got my CDL a lost 4 years ago. Applied and applied and couldn't find anything I liked. Another (non trucking) job came up and I left the CDL and trucking world behind until now.

My present job looks like it might be downsized, so I have rekindled my interest in trucking.

I contacted my old trainer, Sarge, at AGS and he quoted me a price of $1200 for a refresher course. It will consist of some refamiliarization with the pre-check, brake tests, etc. Then some driving to get the shifting down, with some backing practice.

Seems like a good deal, goodness knows I haven't done any driving since I got the CDL.

I have a friend in the gasoline industry that tells me once I get my HAZMAT endorsement, he will make some inquiries for me, see if he can get me something. I started the TSA paperwork, did the online portion, paid my fees and got fingerprinted yesterday. Supposedly, TSA will send me a mailing in 2-3 weeks with my approval. Then I go take the written test, and BAM, I am ready.

Getting excited. Always wanted to drive. I regret not looking harder 4 years ago when I got the CDL.

Michael

 

Way to go Driver5. Yah, Bridge Counseling was a HUGE help. Not sure I would have my CDL without them. I am glad I was able to help ya out a little.

Do you have a job lined up? Does Sarge have any prospects for you? I have to admit that he didn't really help out as much as I thought he would when it came time for placement. He basically gave me some places to apply online that I could have found on my own.

But I may give him a shot at me refresher. Pricey, but no way any company worth driving for will give me a shot without some kind of refresher.

Keep in touch, let us know how you are doing. If you start your own thread, shoot me a message so I can follow you. And if you find some cool job out of Vegas here, and they need more drivers.....well think about giving me a shout!

Good luck, man.
Michael

 

Oh, to be single again. The oil fields gig sounds great. Good Luck up there.

Yah, I just started my HAZMAT paperwork, should get notified by TSA in less than 2 weeks, then take the test and get the endorsement. Would love a local gig. The Phoenix HAZMAT gig sounds like exactly what I am looking for. Will keep my ears open.

Again, good luck!
Michael