Decent companies that will hire with a 4-year old felony?

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  1. jds8710

    jds8710 Light Load Member

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    I'm in need of some help. I just recently graduated trucking school with all my endorsements. I'm looking to get a otr job but I am trying to stay away from the companies that so many drivers have had problem with, such as cr england, swift etc. any one have any recommendations on a decent company that will hire a newbie with a 4 year old felony. thank you
     
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    7122894003481 Bobtail Member

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    LTL companies, trash haulers, Pepsi, Coke etc......

    You never know until you try. What was the felony for?
     
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  4. jds8710

    jds8710 Light Load Member

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    Felony assault and felony domestic violence.
     
  5. sharp.dressed.man

    sharp.dressed.man Heavy Load Member

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    Never be afraid to blaze your own trail. If you see bones strewn about the path don't assume that you are the next victim.

    The guy that taught me to ride motorcycles was fond of saying "It's your ride"

    Simple but true. Ride on.
     
  6. 7122894003481

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    The felony might be a problem. I had one but its been expunged. Look into that as soon as possible, its not cheap either.

    There are still companies that will take you. I dont know if you will be able to get a hazmat endorsement.

    Your best bet is to just start knocking on doors. I think your best bet is with a smaller company.
     
  7. Moosetek13

    Moosetek13 Road Train Member

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    Those companies you are trying to stay away from accept new drivers, and you need to start somewhere.

    Plus, since they are larger companies you will hear more complaints.

    And guess what? A lot of the complaints are from people who are, for lack of better terms, losers and morons.

    I have been with Swift for over a year now.
    Yes, there are things I don't like very much.
    I am not considering leaving for 'greener pastures' however.

    For the few things askew with the company, I have been treated well. And even if freight is slow at times (like now), I do keep running well enough to let me pay the bills and eat.
    (which is a lot better than many jobs I have had)


    If your work ethic is good, I think you will find most companies are OK to work for.
     
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  8. TheRoadWarrior

    TheRoadWarrior rocking-n-rollin again

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    might be hard because of those charges...check out some companies web sites and call and ask them about their policies on Felonies..some are 3 yrs some are 5 yrs some wont take you at all....Good luck and dont give up
     
  9. jds8710

    jds8710 Light Load Member

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    not giving up. I paid for school out of my own pocket and just got laid off from work last thursday so chomping at the bit to get on the road.

    looking at getting my felonies expunged. really trying to get a pardon from California Governor.
     
  10. jds8710

    jds8710 Light Load Member

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    your right. just reading all the negative post will spook anyone
     
  11. jds8710

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    did you apply online for swift and how long did it take to hear back from them?
     
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