30 years retired Cop - aspiration in becoming a Truck Driver

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  1. Sheriff_Rosco_P

    Sheriff_Rosco_P Bobtail Member

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    Hello,


    I just recently retired after working 30 years as a Police Officer.


    It has been about 5 months now; and I am bored of my daily routine day to day retired life.


    Fortunately, I do have a reasonable pension. However, I have always had an interest in becoming a Truck Driver.


    I am not committed to a mortgage - have no spouse or children.


    I currently reside in Indianapolis.


    I would like to receive advice and information from both new and experienced truckers on starting my second career in the field.


    Thank you for taking the time to read my post and for your responses.


    Respectfully
     
    Last edited: May 18, 2025
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  3. Chinatown

    Chinatown Road Train Member

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    Good plan. Run OTR and see the lower 48. Canada is extra treat.
    Where is your location? If we know this, maybe help you find a decent company & CDL school.
     
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  4. Sheriff_Rosco_P

    Sheriff_Rosco_P Bobtail Member

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    Thanks for the prompt response; currently I'm in Indianapolis.
     
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  5. Espressolane

    Espressolane Road Train Member

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    You say currently, does that mean you are considering relocating if need be?
     
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  6. lual

    lual Road Train Member

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    THANK YOU -- for your incredible service in law enforcement!!!! :headbang: :hello2: :notworthy: :occasion5:


    Here's your 2nd retirement plan source -- a great gig -- & they also hire & train rookies:

    Dot Transportation -- read all about it here

    Note that they have a terminal for shipments....right there in Indy.

    -- L
     
  7. Sheriff_Rosco_P

    Sheriff_Rosco_P Bobtail Member

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  8. Sheriff_Rosco_P

    Sheriff_Rosco_P Bobtail Member

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    Thank you for the message and information.
     
  9. Iamoverit

    Iamoverit Road Train Member

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    Boss Hogg would not approve.
     
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  10. lual

    lual Road Train Member

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    As long as Daisy Duke thinks it's OK -- that's really all that matters.....

    :love10: :love5: :tongue3:


    -- L
     
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  11. bryan21384

    bryan21384 Road Train Member

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    Indianapolis is awesome for trucking. Are you thinking of getting a CDL through a private school or through company sponsored training?
     
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