Advice on my current situation....

I'm coming at it from a different angle.

The first two were under the direct supervision of a trainer and in the very early stages of driving career.

The third and fourth, the company had turned the OP solo.. even after the 2 incidents.

Three and four were in icy, adverse conditions.
Times like these... especially NEW drivers... it's time to park it.
Both of those were very preventable.. especially #4.

That one was completely on the driver.

The good thing is there has been no catastrophic loss.
Perhaps you could employ a strategy of a refresher course to a new employer to strengthen their faith in your commitment to safety.

I'm not trying to give you a hard time, but FOUR incidents in a short span...
They all increased in severity...

A BIG ONE is building.

It comes down to the one in the left seat.
100% attention. 100% of the time

 

4 accidents in that short of period of time shows that your not paying attention, period. You've had more accidents than I have had in over 3 million miles. Pay attention, slow down a bit, take your time.

 

No matter what the circumstances,.. the person in the driver seat is responsible for the safety and operation of the truck and equipment.

Not passing any judgement. You just need to pay more attention, be more alert and acclimate yourself to your surroundings. Your not in your personal vehicle. Behind the wheel of that truck you are considered a professional driver. You need to have that attitude and hold yourself to a higher standard. A split second decision or mistake can cost someone their life. No matter what anyone else on the road does, no matter what the weather or general conditions are. As the driver you need to constantly assess the current situation, be aware of your surroundings, and do your best to think at least 30 seconds ahead. Always have an out and never put yourself into a trap that can and will end your career.

Learn from your mistakes, dont get bent out of shape. If this is still the career you want to stay in,.. then keep trying and be the better person.

We all started somewhere. We all made some kind of mistake at some point in our careers. So no one is claiming to be perfect. Only stating that your not off to a very good start,.. and unfortunately,.. you are the one who needs to be held accountable when behind the wheel.

Hurst

 

Find another career. This one isn’t for everyone. I’m SURE there are things you are completely AMAZING at!!!!! Truck driving isn’t one of them. Sorry, not trying to be a dick, but cut your losses and move on.

Been there done that- got the t shirt

 

IMPORTANT QUESTION!!!!!!!!
HOW OLD ARE YOU????
No disrespect, BUT from your info I'd make an educated guess you don't have 100 k miles in a 4 wheeler. I am a crappy driver but I am an experienced one. I haven't accidentally hit ANYTHING since I was in my 20's. I've "on purpose" hit a bunch of things since then. No excuses. No scratch, no dent ... no witnesses?JK. Ask safety. First rule of driving is the only thing you hit is the dock .. on time. Everything else is preventable=on purpose.

 

i dont think you should hang it up, provided that you sit down and have a real good think about the amount of possible devastation your piloting down the highway, then learn real quick to respect it.

 

Is it 5 or 6 months? Anyway, 4 accidents in 6 months is a lot. Let’s pretend that none of those accidents were your fault. It still says something. It says that the stars in the universe, cosmic karma, luck, or whatever deity you believe in, is not on your side when you’re driving a truck.
Maybe it’s telling you to re-evaluate your career choice.

 

Regardless of all the issues, I would figure a way to get that jackknife off there.