Missed Intro first time.

Just wanted to do this the right way and introduce myself instead of jumping ahead.

My name is Jim and I am from the New England area. I am pretty much in the same situation as so many other people in this tough economy. Although still employed in the manufacturing industry, it is anyones guess what the future will hold.

In an attempt to prepare myself for the future, I have thought of a career change that would be suitable, and perhaps, enjoyable, for lack of a better word, that would fit my lifestyle. I have taken a few college courses as well as a tarining course for a machinist which ended abruptly due to government funding cuts.

Since I have driven locally in the past, (non-CDL strait truck), I now have focused on a CDLA career, preferably OTR. I will be looking at a school to get my CDL next week in this area and would appreciate any feedback in what direction to go after completing that part of it. I would like to move onto a company that sends you out with a trainer, to gain that experience. However, I have heard the horror stories of some of these places and feel kind of overwhelmed. Any advice?

 

Hi Christine,

Thanks for your feedback. I checked with the teamsters program here, unfortunately I am not a member and do not qualify for it. I do have a meeting on Tuesday with a recruiter at Northeast Technical Institute. I would prefer to go with a company sponsered program, but with bad economy, many have suspended thiers.

I have been looking over these blogs all week, absorbing much needed info and come to the conclusion that opinions are just that. Like you said, I need to find out for myself. Please keep in touch, I really do appreciate the support.

Jim

 

I should fit right in then Allow Me, thats the way the my life has been to this point, lol. Thanks.