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Haven't drove in 10 yrs, have a permit but no truck! What to do?

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by SlpTemple, Dec 1, 2017.

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  1. Dec 1, 2017 #1
    SlpTemple

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    I'm from Temple Tx. I drove for years but them went to prison! I have my cdl learners permit but no truck to practice in! And also no recent experience for a new driving job! Any help?
     
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  3. Dec 1, 2017 #2
    DoubleO7

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  4. Dec 1, 2017 #3
    Puppage

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    I wish you all the best.
     
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  5. Dec 1, 2017 #4
    DoubleO7

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    I am thinking Western Express might be willing to train you.
     
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  7. Dec 1, 2017 #5
    TommyTrucker88

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    If you know how to operate a semi already you can call some CDL training schools and see if they have trucks you can use for licence testing only.
    The school I went to did that and charged $300 to use there truck. If you failed you would have to pay again.
    Better then paying a couple Grand tho.
     
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  8. Dec 1, 2017 #6
    TommyTrucker88

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    Woops sorry misread thought you said you did have some experience.
    Good luck just apply to a bunch of company's.
     
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  9. Dec 1, 2017 #7
    pattyj

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    How much exp do you have when you did drive truck?You may have to settle for a second chance company depending how long its been since you got released from prison.
     
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  10. Dec 1, 2017 #8
    DoubleO7

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    That is why I suggested Wester Express.
     
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  11. Dec 1, 2017 #9
    driverdriver

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    Why would you suggest WE did he do something to you,? Lol
     
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  12. Dec 1, 2017 #10
    DoubleO7

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    If he wants to drive again, he ain't gonna start with a good company.
     
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