Getting back into trucking

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by vaughn, Mar 29, 2007.

  1. vaughn

    vaughn Bobtail Member

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    I have a current class A CDL and want to get back into driving. The problem is I have been out of a cab for 7 years. Is there a company that will hire me or should I take a refresher course before contacting any truck companies. I was thinking about driving for Roehl or USXpress.
    I would like to relocate from Pa. to Tenn. or North Georgia as a home base.
    Thank's
     
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  3. vickz3

    vickz3 Bobtail Member

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    Hey Vaughn. has anyone responded to you? I'm in the same boat, except I've been out of cab for 20 years. I live in florida. I've heard good things about Roehl. I hope someone responds. I need some advice myself.
    Good luck.
     
  4. billythekid

    billythekid Bobtail Member

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    I've Read On Here That Insurance Company's Want You To Take A Refresher Course Before They Will Insure You To Drive, And No Company Will Let You Drive Uninsured. Just Something I've Read Numerous Times On Numerous Thread's. I Guess The Best Thing To Do Is Call The Company That You Want To Drive For And Ask What There Requirements Are For That Situation. Hope This Helps.
     
  5. vickz3

    vickz3 Bobtail Member

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    Thanks billythekid
     
  6. rtippie

    rtippie Bobtail Member

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    Well I decided to get back in the truck after being gone from it for 5 years. During the 5 years I have went to college to get a Bachelors Degree in Legal Studies. My decison to truck again came after I found that I could not work in a law office due to a felony I have for writing 2 bad checks. But I finished college anyway, and went to a driving school to get the CDL back. After 4 weeks of searching, I found a job. I am really excited about this. Just thought I would post this because it is hard for some, but never impossible.
     
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