Few questions about becoming OTR driver

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by WantingAnewCareer, Jul 2, 2019.

  1. Flat Earth Trucker

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    A man has got to know his razor burn limitations.

    I've only been required a urine sample in my experience.
     
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  3. Chinatown

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    I'm originally from Tennessee; which company are you referring to?
     
  4. WantingAnewCareer

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    Sorry meant NorthEast
     
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  5. Chinatown

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    That sketchy work history will rule out a few companies.
    Stevens Transport might cut some slack on that though
    They're a coast to coast/48 state reefer outfit.
    If they hire you, will send you to a private cdl school and also pay for lodging & meals.
    www.stevenstransport.com
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  6. WantingAnewCareer

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    I understood what ya meant. If they only use certain length. I could always grow my hair out.
    Going to pass regardless

    But ry
     
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  7. WantingAnewCareer

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    Thats my biggest concern. Most of my work was cash and under the table. Course wasnt thinking back then that ot would be an issue.
    Just figured CDL with all the rules&regs
    Figured they do more then just called or contact previous employers.
    Figured best way to get the answers i need is by posting here and asking the expirenced ones.
     
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  8. Flat Earth Trucker

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    I dislike mentioning their name. I left two clues, though.
     
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  10. TravR1

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    When I filled out my application and went through school, I passed the class and sat down for orientation. I was given a copy of what I filled out plus an extra copy of what their investigator company found out about me and how my dates matched with what I put on my applications.

    My dates were not exact with what the 3rd party company found out about me, but it was within reason. So don't make stuff up. I contracted work with the state of Texas for 9 months before being hired on and worked for them a long time. Their investigated company had me listed as working for the contracted company the entire time. But they were able to figure it out and didn't worry about.

    But the point is, they do check you out. So just be honest about your background and explain things best you can.
     
  11. WantingAnewCareer

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    I hear ya.
    Not going to lie. Makes no sense more so when im trying to get a job.
    When i figure out what company i want to start with they will know the truth right from the start.
    I screw around.i end up middle of nowhere stuck. No thank you. Lol
     
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