Hello

Hi everyone,

I am a middle-aged female who wants to be a truck driver. I have two brothers who have been drivers: one says I would love it, the other is adamant that it is NOT the job for me.

I have been lurking around the forums here for a while but the information and opinions are very inconsistent. So how do I get the real lowdown on if this job would work for me? Are there any female drivers out there who can give me a realistic idea?

 

I like being on my on so the solitude appeals to me. I like the idea of being given a job to complete and doing my best to get it done quickly and efficiently...a little bit competitive!

I don't mind that a job that is grueling or sometimes physical. In fact, I enjoy a bit of that. My ex-husband and I owned a small construction business and I have recently remodeled a house pretty much on my own (ran out of money for contractors!) I am used to some physical labor and also dealing with chauvinistic men.

This is something I have thought about since I was a youngun. Had an uncle who used to let me ride in his truck and it was from that point that it has always been on my mind. My kids are all out of the house now and I am recently divorced. I feel like it is now or never.

While I am very determined, I am also a realist. How long have you been driving? Would you choose the same career if you had it to do over again?

 

Should I switch to that forum or am I okay here?

 

I have to admit that seeing the country is part of the appeal. But I don't need a 3 day vacation in every place I stop. Passing through is good enough to satisfy my short attention span.