Is automatic restriction not a big deal? Choosing CDL schools.

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  1. chrisdab

    chrisdab Bobtail Member

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    I live in Northern Virginia area. Would like the option to do Heavy, Hazmat Tanker, or off-road conditions because 1) that is where the pay is and 2) gain more experience faster.
     
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    I’m in the same area, good freight here if you decide to run on your own I a couple years
     
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    @chrisdab
    You can start off with flatbed and maybe tanker right out of cdl school.
    Are you near Strasburg, where @Aamcotrans is?
     
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    What kind of freight do you do?
     
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    Step deck OD
     
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    I am close to Dulles Airport, 1 hour drive away from Strasburg.
     
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    Do you run your own authority or lease to a carrier?
    edit: also are you automatic with the step deck? How heavy are the loads you carry?
     
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    Chinatown, Nov 17, 2021
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    Leased on to Landstar
     
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    Do you drive automatic? How heavy are your loads?
     
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