are trucking schools worth it?

Discussion in 'Trucking Schools and CDL Training Forum' started by nameuser, Sep 24, 2024.

  1. Knightcrawler

    Knightcrawler Road Train Member

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    I agree, its something you want to get. Just dont get it when you get your permit. Get it after you pass your CDL test.
     
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  3. nameuser

    nameuser Bobtail Member

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    understood. i was planning on getting it with my permit lol
     
  4. Chinatown

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    Make sure you have hazmat before you graduate. Many companies either require it or "strongly recommend" it. In other words, new drivers with hazmat go to the top of the hiring list, even for reefer companies.
     
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    I also have a passport. Maybe consider getting a passport or passport card. A passport card is ok if you don't plan on traveling overseas and can use it for crossing into Canada. I've hauled lots of loads into Canada and never had an issue, except one time. Was hauling a huge boiler for a school in Burnaby, Canada. The trailer was a spread axle. The Canadian clown was screaming and jumping up and down about how spread axle trailers aren't allowed in that part of Canada. The company had to pay a $150.00 fine before I could proceed. He was also screaming almost non-stop at all the American drivers. Never had an issue at any other crossing into Canada.
     
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    def getting my passport. and i'll get the hazmat but i hate the tsa thing. i was put on a psych hold for 24 hours and tsa night be anal about that. somebody did tell me that i can just put no for part since no charges or courts were involved.
     
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    that story is crazy. i guess western express will be my last resort if i have CDL A with nowhere else to go
     
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