I'm worried

The Dot requires companies to see your work history. They have no choice.

 

A sporadic work history should not be a problem, especially when coming in as a new driver at a training company. Your medical clearance could be an issue if you are truly are on the edge. Have you been getting RELIABLE blood pressure tests the past several months and they are all borderline or considered an [potential] issue by your doctor?

With work history just be as accurate as you can. A potential employer may not call to verify any since none will be driving related, however they are likely to contact the most recent past employer just to see what was up there. Also, other taxi cab or bus driver type jobs and performance will probably be verified, regardless when they took place.

If you are really concerned about your medical clearance, it may be worth your while and money to pay about $80 - $100 and get a FMCSA dot physical at a nearby occupational medical clinic and see how it goes. Just keep in mind, the results will be "filed" and on record, regardless the results.

 

The last three years are the most important, if you were unemployed you will need a notarized letter from someone who knew you during that time. Talk to your recruiter and find out what they want. If they do not want you try Henderson.
If your BP is high get meds.

 

In the transport industry its all a numbers game it really comes down to how fussy a company is when they are hiring if they have a high turn over of drivers you'll find they won't be to strict on the issue what you could always try with the recruiter is say your willing to work for free for 1 week, of course they'll say they won't allow it however it will show how serious you are about the job sometimes its more about your attitude then your actual work references I've never had an issue getting work as a truck driver and yet I've had heaps of gaps in my work history.

 

Close as many gaps as you can but overall be honest. I was self employed for almost a decade which does NOT translate to "Employment History" well at all! I can't even tell you how many times I had to explain that to idiots that couldn't understand what they were being told. You'll be fine.

 

You'll be ok and Roehl isn't the only game in town.

 

I'm not going to post the FMCSA rule again. The 10 year thing is driving history. There is no FMCSA rule that mandates getting notary statements and a carrier is not required to verify anything. Fill in the gaps go back as far as you can, but most importantly relax.

 

140/90 is your target for the BP, so right now you're ok.