Chances of jobs with auto restriction.

Lots of companies have switched to auto's. Find the company you want to apply and see what they will do

 

Each company has different rules which is way you need to do your research for a company you like and talk to them. Can you drive a stick without more training?

Also with the large number of companies that have switched to auto's you shouldn't have a problem getting a job with that restriction.

 

What exactly is an auto restriction? Never heard of it

 

Some states have started putting a restriction on your CDL based on the type of truck you take the driving test in. In those states if you take the driving test in an automatic you will be restricted to driving a truck with an automatic transmission. Texas has talked about it but hasn't done it yet.

 

Can he wait for another trainer with a stick and clutch

 

Yeah that sucks. I personally hate automatics, only time they're useful is in L.A. traffic or something of that sort. Especially if they don't have a clutch. Backing is a #####, pulling out to make a quick turn if needed sucks, you're more likely to get stuck in a winter situation, etc.