40 years of exper driver - off for last 2 years -- needs driving job

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  1. TheMarkDriver

    TheMarkDriver Bobtail Member

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    I need help please. I have 40 years of clean OTR driving experience and am looking for a driving job. The issue is I have been off the road for past 2 years as I retired early. Now I am having trouble finding a company that will hire me that does not require recent driving experience. Any suggestions for companies would be greatly appreciated!!!!
     
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  3. Opus

    Opus Road Train Member

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    My first steps would be to get a medical card.
    Then I would find a community College or like that has certified refresher training.
    And go from there.
    Good luck.
     
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  4. snowwy

    snowwy Road Train Member

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    Find a local job instead of otr.
     
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  5. bryan21384

    bryan21384 Road Train Member

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    Where are you located?
     
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    TheMarkDriver Bobtail Member

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    Albuquerque, NM
     
  7. TheMarkDriver

    TheMarkDriver Bobtail Member

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    Thank you, just updated my medical certificate.
     
  8. Chinatown

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    Try this temp service:
    Trillium Staffing - cdl-drivers Jobs
    Trillium partners with some of the nation's leading private fleets, third party logistics companies, for hire carriers, and LTL carriers to locate reliable CDL and non-CDL drivers!
     
  9. Chinatown

    Chinatown Road Train Member

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    Submit this application, then wait 2 or 3 days and follow with a phone call. Don't call first!
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    USA Truck - Homepage
     
  10. Opus

    Opus Road Train Member

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    Probably going to want a certified refresher endorsement as well.
    No big deal, really. Just jump in the truck and drive around the block.
    But make sure that it's 'certified '.
     
  11. Chinatown

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    Submit the short app. on the opening page before any phone calls.
    Company Driver – Drive Freymiller
    Our Restore Program aims to get drivers up to speed after an extended break from driving. When a driver has been out of the driver’s seat or off the road (or local) for more than 3 years, Freymiller puts the driver out with a trainer. The trainee can expect to do a majority of the work, while being overseen by the trainer. This ensures they get the most opportunity to sharpen their skills, and get back on the road as quickly as possible. Refreshers stay out up to 4 weeks.
     
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