Hello World

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by morjon96, Aug 27, 2022.

  1. morjon96

    morjon96 Bobtail Member

    10
    22
    Aug 24, 2022
    0
    I am new here and I really want to learn about the trucking industry as much as possible. I am studying for my CDL and going through school. I have big plans for this career path. I want to create multiple threads to help me out on my journey. My first question: Is it recommended to get a Hazmat material endorsement on my license? I have heard from mentors and other truckers to get it to open up more opportunities but I would love to hear from others. As well, what are the first jobs I should apply to right away? I am based out of CT. I am paying for myself and not through a company to avoid locking myself into a contract with Swift and etc. Thanks.
     
  2. Truckers Report Jobs

    Trucking Jobs in 30 seconds

    Every month 400 people find a job with the help of TruckersReport.

  3. Judge

    Judge Road Train Member

    13,348
    88,199
    Mar 19, 2014
    Arkansas
    0
    I have my hazmat, gonna let it go when it comes to renew.
    To much hassle.
    Gotta retest all every time you renew license,though it’s better than every 2 years.

    Then around here gotta drive 100 miles to get fingerprinted every time you renew, that goes back 10 years, but they need your 150$ fingerprint plus $10 for book to study haz, plus the license renewal.
     
    austinmike Thanks this.
  4. Chinatown

    Chinatown Road Train Member

    75,228
    171,829
    Aug 28, 2011
    Henderson, NV & Orient
    0
    You came to the right place to learn. Dozens of drivers on here willing to help.
    ~
    Which town/city are you near?
    ~
    How many hours is the cdl school you're attending?
    Yes, get all the endorsements including hazmat. Even reefer drivers sometimes get a hazmat load, such as paint. The serious hazmat loads go to companies that specialize in that and they don't hire new cdl school grads.
     
  5. The Crossword Trucker

    The Crossword Trucker Road Train Member

    1,172
    2,333
    Feb 21, 2015
    0
    I would get all endorsements you can to start out , makes you look like a more serous candidate when you go for you first and second jobs.
    I did let mine go because I ended up not needing it as I became more specialized but it helped me land that first job
     
    austinmike and Chinatown Thank this.
  6. Chinatown

    Chinatown Road Train Member

    75,228
    171,829
    Aug 28, 2011
    Henderson, NV & Orient
    0
    We can give you names of companies that hire new cdl school grads.
    Also, depending on the town you're in or near, there may be even more companies, such as Old Dominion Freight Line.
     
  7. Chinatown

    Chinatown Road Train Member

    75,228
    171,829
    Aug 28, 2011
    Henderson, NV & Orient
    0
    You mentioned conestoga trailers, I don't know of any companies pulling those that hire new drivers. Maybe someone else on here does though.
    Roehl Transport has curtainside trailers
    CDL-A OTR CURTAINSIDE TRUCK DRIVER JOBS
    In Roehl’s OTR Curtainside Fleet, you’ll haul freight across much of the country. Curtainside allows you to protect and secure the customer’s freight with much less physical demand than flatbed without the tarping. Arrive at the customer, pick up the load, secure the freight, then slide the curtains closed. It’s as easy as that! No experience necessary - we have paid cargo securement training.
    Take a passenger & pet. Friend/relative/pet
    [​IMG]
     
    Last edited: Aug 28, 2022
  8. Chinatown

    Chinatown Road Train Member

    75,228
    171,829
    Aug 28, 2011
    Henderson, NV & Orient
    0
    Heniff Transportation Systems, LLC. | Heniff Transportation
    This one hires new cdl school grads from CT.
    Entry Level drivers- Must attend a class A CDL Truck Driving Training course with at least 200 hours of instruction and provide transcripts. Must present Diploma for Entry Level Driver Training in Accordance with 49 CFR 380.503
    • Must have a valid Class A Commercial Drivers License with Tank Endorsement from state of residence. ( Hazardous material drivers must also have Hazardous material endorsement and TWIC card).
    upload_2022-8-27_19-52-44.jpeg
     
  9. Chinatown

    Chinatown Road Train Member

    75,228
    171,829
    Aug 28, 2011
    Henderson, NV & Orient
    0
  10. Chinatown

    Chinatown Road Train Member

    75,228
    171,829
    Aug 28, 2011
    Henderson, NV & Orient
    0
    Landair Transport, Inc. - Landair Transport, Inc.
    Landair offers one of the best trainee programs in the country. All you need is a Class A License (no experience needed). We will pay you $600 a week while you go out with a trainer and learn from the best.
    upload_2022-8-27_20-2-20.jpeg
     
  11. Chinatown

    Chinatown Road Train Member

    75,228
    171,829
    Aug 28, 2011
    Henderson, NV & Orient
    0
    USA Truck introduces Drive Your Plan company self …
    Oct 07, 2020 · In a move designed to offer company truck drivers more freedom and flexibility, USA Truck has introduced its unique Drive Your Plan self-dispatch .
    ~
    Our CDL-A Student Truck Driver Jobs Offer:
    • Earn $0.525 in first year depending on location
    • Flexible home time options
    • Paid Orientation
    • With USA Truck’s Pre-Boarding program, you can finish a large part of orientation from your bunk or recliner, before you come to class!
    • Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement
    • [​IMG]
     
  • Truckers Report Jobs

    Trucking Jobs in 30 seconds

    Every month 400 people find a job with the help of TruckersReport.