Getting back on the road

Discussion in 'Motor Carrier Questions - The Inside Scoop' started by SkyDriver, Aug 8, 2012.

  1. SkyDriver

    SkyDriver Bobtail Member

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    I have been out of trucking for 3 years and want to get back into it, anyone want to give me some ideas about what company to go to.
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    I've been out of TTR for 3years myself, been driving a straight truck since then. I start my orientation with Star Transport. In Morton, IL on Monday, August 13th to get back in the big rig.
     
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    I was in that position 1 yr ago. Very few would consider me, so I started with a crappy food dist in OKC and worked there for 6 mo. That got me to the point that I "qualified" for Arnold (USX). Now I'm at the point where I have more options. Good luck!
     
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    Ok djchaos76, I will look them up and see what they have going for them. I am on the West Coast and so far Werner & Knight are tho only ones that have given me a shot. Maybe that will give you more opptions.

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    Thanks richieryan for responding to my question, I am looking at Werner or Knight to start, any ideas on that?

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    If you are on the west coast, then Star won't work for you. We only run the area east of I-35 if you draw a line from Minnesota to Texas.
     
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    Whatever you go though, don't go with C.R.England...trust me.
     
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    Ha ha, ya I know about CR England, there I was a owner op...OUCH!! But I thank you for the heads up and good advice. Best of luck to you, see you out there.

    SkyDriver