Is being fat going to affect me getting a job?

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Meganleigh, Apr 3, 2015.

  1. Meganleigh

    Meganleigh Bobtail Member

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    I am a female 5'6' 187 lbs. currently changing my diet to loose some weight. Technically puts me in the "obese" category. As far as weight goes, is this an issue for any companies? I am applying to prime, swift, usxpress, and some others. Prime is my number one choice so far. I read somewhere that you have to pass their " body mass" test at orientation. Does anybody know anything about this?
     
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  3. Chaps

    Chaps Light Load Member

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    They usually measure your neck and body mass index on a chart, so it could. Also make sure your blood pressure is within the dot standards.
     
  4. Swedish Chef

    Swedish Chef Heavy Load Member

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    Obviously, you've never seen some of the beasts that these companies will hire. You should be A-OK.
     
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    stormy379 Medium Load Member

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    Prime said they won't hire me because of my weight. I am 6'0 tall and had a 42 inch waistline then.
     
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    There is a difference in the medical definition of obese, and the regular people's definition. I can't see that you would have any trouble I see some very large people working for most of the mega's
     
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    TruckDuo Road Train Member

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    Companies may make you do a sleep study for sleep apnea.
     
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    Clyde07 Heavy Load Member

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    Yeah, that's what they told you. The real reason is Alabama beat Missouri and Ohio State beat Alabama.
     
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    Dakota1358 Medium Load Member

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    If being overweight was a major issue there would be a lot fewer drivers on the road.Worse thing is they'll probably flag you for a sleep apnea study.
     
  10. Wild Murphy

    Wild Murphy HAPPY TRUCK DRIVER

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    KiLLaZiLLa93, well i once was driving and saw a woman applying her makeup with one hand and brushing her hair with her other hand. Man, it made me sooo mad that i actually cut myself shaving!!!
     
  11. Meganleigh

    Meganleigh Bobtail Member

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    How is it working for usxpress? That is my second choice
     
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