Any ideas on a new CDL holder finding companies that hire out of ABQ, New Mexico

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Baccer, Nov 6, 2024.

  1. Baccer

    Baccer Bobtail Member

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    Hey yall,

    So, I got my CDL with tanker endorsement on Oct. 14. 2024. I am currently looking for companies that will hire out of ABQ, NM area, and was wondering if anyone had any suggestions? I have clean driving record and solid employment history, only catch is, I am currently on Probation for "Sending threatening Messages Over the Internet" (Facebook) charge. This came about in 2019 over political ads I was posting on FB and an individual felt threatened by my posts. I live in a VERY blue state unfortunately ... But long story short, I have the ok to drive and leave the state with no restrictions from my probation officer. This is the only trouble I have EVER been in, and it is really hammering me down as far as jobs go. I am applying now for my HazMat and TWIC card but that is still at least a month off. I am 37 years old and just trying to get this new career going and finding ABQ is a tough spot to be in for the industry. Also, it seems a lot of companies are hesitant to hire people in my situation, just looking for some ideas.

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  3. Chinatown

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    Is that a federal crime or state crime?
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    Any employer that asks about that, just say it was a political argument and nothing else.
     
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    Unfortunately, it is a federal crime because of the way data is transferred over the internet. Because it crossed state lines, it's a federal matter..... I really got the #### end of the stick honestly. My probation officer is very understanding in my situation and the reason he is encouraging this and is willing to write a letter of compliance and recommendation if that even matters.
     
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  5. blairandgretchen

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    Man - ten years ago I would have said you were making up a fairy tale.

    Dunno what you said or the whole details, but this has become a 'thing' apparently.

    ABQ is a dead zone for freight. You've got everything to launch a career , apart from this issue, and your location.

    Any chance of moving out of NM?
     
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