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Local driver looking to get Class A experience

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Air Cooled, May 28, 2012.

  1. May 28, 2012 #1
    Air Cooled

    Air Cooled Road Train Member

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    hey guys and gals im coming up on 6 months experience driving a ten wheeler Class B pump truck. job is going good but I have a strong desire to get into something bigger. i have a class a with tanker and am studying for hazmat. anyone know how i could get some "A" time? i was thinking of waste management, beverage, and construction jobs but i know ill be in a Class B for who knows how long...should i sacrifice my home everynight job to go OTR for my experience? the idea of moving to texas with the lady is still an idea up in the air to work in the oilfields driving something larger. any other suggestions? happy memorial day to everyone!!!
     
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  3. May 28, 2012 #2
    Gizmo_Man

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    I do not believe your class B job will qualify you for a class A job.

    so if you want to go otr, you may need to get refresher training.
     
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  4. May 28, 2012 #3
    Air Cooled

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    i understand that. i was looking for suggestions of companies that have both A and B that way I could possibly work my way up to get into a Class A
     
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  5. May 28, 2012 #4
    Gizmo_Man

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    well you mentioned, the soda company, waste management. as for construction, they do have lo-boys/flat beds as well.
     
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  7. May 28, 2012 #5
    KMac

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    Soda companies or beer distributors with side loaders. Its busting ### kind of work, but it will get you some class a experience. OTR is probably your best bet.
     
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  8. May 28, 2012 #6
    Mr Reliable

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    I agree either bust a.s.s. doing dist job, or quit complainin and enjoy your cake job. After all you do have a choice
     
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