Anyone willing to be a "mentor" to a potential young driver?

i would help but no time usually, you did come to the right place, this forum has a ton of info. for him and you. whats his user name , i can check in with him now and then?

 

I'll help as much as I can. Might be good to have a few mentors as everyone has a different view and opinion of the industry. I can only speak from my own experiences which haven't been bad. Compared to some of the things I read here I have had a great career in trucking. Best of luck!

 

If he's just turning 21 make sure you find a decent company that will accept him at that age. Most companies won't hire until 23. If he doesn't find one that will take him at 21 he could be sitting awhile and have to do it all over again. Have a plan in advance.

 

There is a VAST amount of knowledge and experience within the members of this forum. Feel free to ask any questions and concerns and I'm sure there will be plenty of drivers here who will share our experiences and knowledge with y'all. Welcome to the site and also to the world of professional driving!!!! It is hard work, but it also one of the most rewarding careers you can dedicate your life to.

 

I too can help him, I too am busy, But tell him to reach as many of us as he needs to. Also he can certainly read all there is here, I would start in the New Drivers threads.

This is good advice as well.

There are lots and lots of good folks here on this forum. I have only been on here for a little while but I have learn more then I ever would have thought of, I came here looking for some information on a truck and have learned so very much more. Thank You.

 

one thing let him know NOT to get upset, frustrated, because trucking can do this too someone. he is going too hear don`t do it, and some will say they just love it. it`s just a preference thing each driver has experienced . it will take him quiet a while to fully understand the world of trucking. Now for my personal opinion seek a job with UPS. it`s a long road but well worth it. get him a job there as a loader on the dock. i can tell you this, it might take 10 years at UPS , but when he starts driving for them, his income could be $100k plus .

 

Keep in mid that United Parcel Service, (UPS), workers are represented by the Teamsters union. Union shops are very much seniority based. If there are no openings at UPS in Tampa Florida, be sure to check other areas of Florida as Miami, Jacksonville, Tallahassee, Pensacola, Orlando, etc..

Good luck to you.

God bless every American and their families! God bless the U.S.A.!

 

Thanks , I know all about UPS, Have many friends driving for them, Also, I have just a few years driving myself. There Union and a good one at that. He will start as a loader for about 10 plus years before he can have his own run. At his age, its perfect.