Hi, everybody. I'm new here to the forums. So, during the pandemic I was between jobs and decided to pursue truck driving. I attended probably the most well-known trucking school in the country, and I did graduate and got my CDL. Unfortunately, in the second phase of my training they paired me with a bad teacher which resulted in me getting into a few PVFO (Parked Vehicle Fixed Object) accidents. I ended up getting let go after just 7 months and came to learn later that my OTR trainer lost his teaching gig also. That was back in 2021, and I think my driving record is cleared. Now trucking was never a dream of mine, but during those 7 months on the road, driving an 18-wheeler got in my blood. After four years, I'm eager to see the country again, but I need re-training, Does anybody know of a good, affordable school with a refresher course, preferably near me? I live in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Lookin' to get back on the road
Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by MatadorGary, Apr 10, 2025.
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You think your record has cleared?
Have you seen/checked a recent copy of your MVR?
Have you looked recently at your DAC report?
Better look at those....before applying anywhere.
Also: can you pass a DOT physical?
Urine specimen? Hair follicle?
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So...
Trucking as a side line job.
Blaming the teacher for a 'few' accidents with parked vehicles or fixed objects.
You do know that those things are not moving and you, as the driver, are supposed to watch out for that kind of thing... right?
I kinda hope you don't get another driving job.
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Several cdl schools here. Google will bring them up. Make some phone calls and ask about refresher courses.
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