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1/4 rookie 3/4 newbee.....

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Jesse Jammer, Nov 23, 2012.

  1. Nov 23, 2012 #1
    Jesse Jammer

    Jesse Jammer Bobtail Member

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    In early 2010 I got my CDL in NY and went to drive for Werner. But my home life was not set up for the 6 and 7 weeks OTR. I am a single dad, 2 kids at home,(24 and 16). Plus being a single dad the money was terrible.By October 2010, I had to quit. With no local jobs available, I stopped driving and haven't since Werner.
    I enjoyed OTR, obviously Werner has a few issues, but I had a brand new truck and I was learning the job.
    Well my son is now 18 and headed for college next year. I am beginning the process of looking at selling my house and going back on the road. I have no connection to
    this area and can relocate anywhere. I have an excellent driving and personal history. NO accidents tickets and such.
    Any thoughts on how to take my time and restart up driving?
    Thank you to all and have a safe holiday!
     
    Jesse Jammer, Nov 23, 2012
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  3. Nov 23, 2012 #2
    sherlock510

    sherlock510 Road Train Member

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    Do a lot of research and just start filling out applications..

    Avoid the you-know-whos lol.

    Good luck.
     
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  4. Nov 23, 2012 #3
    Chinatown

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    Since you're willing to relocate, think about one of the nine states with no personal income tax. May as well got to a warmer climate. Las Vegas, etc. You will need a refresher course also. Best wishes and enjoy your new life.
     
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  5. Nov 23, 2012 #4
    Jesse Jammer

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    Thank you,
    I have started to make a list of what is important. I agree, no income tax is near the top. I am from the east coast but I enjoyed driving out west more.
    Since i will have no debt and very few bills, pay rate or miles is a tiny bit less important then working for a good company with excellent equipment and service.
    But they probably go hand in hand.
     
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  7. Nov 24, 2012 #5
    Chinatown

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    Living out West will have you in the hiring area for some good companies.
    Swift has a refresher school in Phoenix.
    Knight has a terminal in Las Vegas.
    I believe you will be in the hiring area for Fairchild Freight (reefer)& System Transport (reefer & Flatbed); they run lower 48 & Alaska.
    You may be in the freight corridor for Navajo & Interstate Distributor & JBS Carriers & Marten Transport also.
    Anyway you are in a good situation now to have a good enjoyable life.
     
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  8. Nov 24, 2012 #6
    Jesse Jammer

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    Hey Chinatown,

    Thank you for the good info. I will look into those companies. funny I was only driving for about 6+ months, but I miss the road. I enjoyed it. Now I wont have the stress and worries of money and home time so much.
     
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  9. Nov 24, 2012 #7
    chompi

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    Try aiming for the smaller companies. You will be less likely to have to take an expensive refresher course. Overall it will be better working for a smaller outfit. Whatever you do, don't sell the house until you have a good 3-4 months under your belt with your chosen company. I am sure you know anything can happen in that amount of time, especially when you first get going out there. Take the time to shop around the country and find yourself a good place to call home. You may decide to live somewhere near your next employer to make things easier or for getting home more often.

    Good luck man..
     
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