Are different industries more forgiving for lack of experience/felony?

I am looking into getting my Class A as I used to drive for Greyhound quite some time ago. I was wondering if I go to a local school and get my CDL A, would I do better if I find a job driving say a Water Truck? We have the Natural Gas industry here in Western Pa.
I'm not even sure which path pays the better wages, a water bottle or tractor and trailer? I don't have a family to worry about so traveling is not a problem, it's just that with non-violent felony my employment opportunities are limited.
Thanks.

 

you could always stop one and ask the boss dude.

 

Why not look at a trade that doesn't make it hard for felons and pays better than trucking? The market is flooded with inexperienced drivers. Freight rates are low. Electricians, plumbers, HVAC and other trades may make more money and be hiring newbies.

 

You might qualify for free cdl school, no cost to you, through the state WIOA Program.

 

Thanks for your response, I have checked into those trades, in my area, if you don't already have your Journeyman papers, those companies will only pay around $12 an hour.

 

Thanks, I'll do some searching on that.

 

If you acquire a cdl through the WIOA Program, several companies will hire you, even with the felony.
Are you in PA or where? OK, got it, Pittsburg area.

 

CRST and Stevens Transport both hire for their in-house cdl training. Felons hired on a case-by-case basis.
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I made less than $6/hr my first 90 days doing flatbed with tarping. There’s pictures of my pay stubs on this website. That was 2024.