If everyone lies, then why can job hopping ruin a CDL?

Contrary to what you may believe not every company lies to you. Some do exactly what they promise you. They are out there. Keep your record, clean and work hard and you can find one that will hire you.

 

Well said.

 

Stay away from the mega carriers is the key and also looking for something specialized doesn’t hurt either.

 

I suggest you do your homework on the companies you like.

 

With freight hauling companies one's about as good as another. The problem with job hopping ain't really the companies. This is trucking and is what it is for better or worse. The problem is the attitude of the person looking in the mirror changing jobs like a dirty shirt. Top tier companies in pay/benefits that are still hiring in current market conditions probably can pick through 10+ applications for every opening they have. So how do you think that 4 jobs in 5 years is going to help when there are people with a cleaner history wanting that same job?

 

I say this all the time. You can have legitimate reasons for needing off work, or for changing jobs. It doesn’t matter to a potential employer. They have a job that needs to be done, and whatever reason you had for quitting your previous jobs doesn’t change their need. And, when they see your job history, all they care about is you’re not reliable. They don’t give any consideration as to why because it doesn’t change the fact that they need a job done and you can’t be relied upon to do it for a time period that’s acceptable to them.

It’s that simple.

 

99% if a carrier wants you as their driver it usually happens during the interview and or drive test if given one. I job hopped back in the 90's a lot however did find a place I worked for later in life. As of late, as a O/o I had to change 3 different ones within a year (of course I'm considered a contractor now so that is slightly different). I never met a driver recruiter or manager doing an interview going by month's & years list only the year so resumes can be manipulated accordingly. Once your driving record is good along with your personality and you have some experience there is always company that is willing to hired you.