You can get a CDL without going through a school. I did. However nobody credible will hire you (today). I've had a CDL since 1994, but since I don't have any recent OTR experience, I would have to go back through school. I looked into it about 8 - 9 years ago. It wasn't worth dropping thousands just to get a job for me. Ironically, I could have a tractor, my own authority, and run loads no problem. The tractor in my profile I had insured as a private carrier, it wouldn't have been much more to set it up for hire.
Do I need school?
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Dutch Maid Logistics in Willard, Ohio probably hire you and put you with another driver just long enough to bring you up to date, then you can go solo or if you prefer, can team.
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Chinatown Thanks this.
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I do have a quick question for you... I am in the process of filling out applications now for the companies that were recommended to me. Being as I am brand new with no trucking experience, is there anything I can do to make my application stand out to those reviewing it? Any extra certifications or anything like that I should go ahead and get that would make my application more desirable? I am extremely interested in getting started and I want to give myself the best possible chance for landing a job. Thank you so much for all of your help! -
You can go ahead and get your CDL permit. If your driving record is good, and you can account for you previous work history you will be good to go.
If unemployed during anytime make sure you account for it. Self employed they will have you submit tax returns & accounting for it. (I owned a daycare center before I started trucking. I had to submit to them my "invoices & expenditures" that showed them I actually had a legitimate business) -
Jenn72 Thanks this.
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Jenn72. If you are taking the written tests for your permit, you require general knowledge.
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. I suggest you also include air brakes. If you can afford it, hazmat would be a plus that gives you a slight advantage over those without it.
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Doubles and triples is hardly worth it.
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Since you’re in Florida. BillyBob’s Alligator Eatery will by far make you the best offer. Don’t take it. BillyBob’s drivers disappear. They don’t quit. Ain’t fired. Just disappear. Into thin air. Nobody knows?
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