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good lord a miracle! i got a job!!

Discussion in 'Trucking Jobs' started by bob wood, May 18, 2009.

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  1. bob wood

    bob wood Light Load Member

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    at 54, been off the road for 20 years.no current OTR, but driving trucks for 25 years. been calling every company i could. i thought that i was wasting my time.found local company about 45 miles from my house, that a buddy of mine works for. they are a big mom and pop run co,and run everywhere. they have great late model equipment. just got done with my orientation friday,going out with trainer monday.ive been working on this company for 6 months. belive me, i consider myself VERY lucky. one thing ive found out after 20 years is the paper work has got worse!you cant fart now with out putting it down in your log book! so dont give up! if i can find a job after all these years so can you!
     
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  3. leannamarie

    leannamarie "California Girl"

    Good for you! The smaller companies tend to value experience and knowledge.
     
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    didntitellu Light Load Member

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    Congrats Bob!! Good luck to ya sir!
     
  5. sw1241

    sw1241 Light Load Member

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    I really understand where you are coming from, I am 67, been off the road for 26 years! congrats Bob!!
     
  6. kickin chicken

    kickin chicken Road Train Member

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    That is wonderful.
    Best!
     
  7. Sassy

    Sassy Light Load Member

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    Congratulations!
     
  8. desertcowboy96

    desertcowboy96 Bobtail Member

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    congrats man good for you know its my turn lol
     
  9. Miles_Of_Truckin

    Miles_Of_Truckin Light Load Member

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    Good to hear, Good luck bud
     
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