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Trying to get started??

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by spurs_fan21, Jul 25, 2014.

  1. Jul 25, 2014 #1
    spurs_fan21

    spurs_fan21 Bobtail Member

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    I got my cdl in 2006 but I have zero experience can someone tell me some options on how to get started. Would it be a good idea to take a refresher course from a school or do some companies offer refresher courses.
     
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  3. Jul 25, 2014 #2
    tirednaz

    tirednaz Heavy Load Member

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    Unless you can find someone willing to take a chance (not likely) you will be attending a school as a new driver.
     
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  4. Jul 25, 2014 #3
    spurs_fan21

    spurs_fan21 Bobtail Member

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    I kinda figured that was likely my option. Thanks for the help tirednaz.
     
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    tirednaz Thanks this.
  5. Jul 25, 2014 #4
    road_runner

    road_runner Road Train Member

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    Some CDL schools offer refresher courses for CDL holders that have not driven in awhile. You can use that towards a starter company.

    Question is, is your CDL still valid and have you kept up with your DOT physicals? New laws require you to register your DOT physical with your state's licensing division. If you don't do it, they may have downgraded you to a Class D anyway. In which case, you would have to start over.
     
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  7. Jul 25, 2014 #5
    Chinatown

    Chinatown Road Train Member

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    Best way is to attend a community college CDL school.

    If you can't do that, then look at Millis Transfer CDL school.
     
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  8. Jul 25, 2014 #6
    morlandoemtp

    morlandoemtp Light Load Member

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    You can try to find an o/o who will train you for a month if you are lucky.
     
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