Looking for a second chance..

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Texanbred, Sep 13, 2025.

  1. Chinatown

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  3. Chinatown

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    Don't put anything on the table except what's asked for. Many drivers lose opportunities because they keep giving information that isn't asked for.
    Just submit the apps and let the company decide if you'll be hired or not.
     
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  5. Lonesome

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    Carolina Cargo is a second chance company.
     
  6. Texanbred

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    Is Dump Trucks (even locally) something that gets recent experience? I've seen companies that have said "1yr OTR experience required".. But most dump truck's aren't OTR?
     
  7. Texanbred

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    I've called these guys at least half a dozen times and left multiple voicemails.. Never got a call back.
     
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  8. Chinatown

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    Carolina Cargo used to recruit from jails and prisons. Now, since reorganization, they require 2 yrs. experience and a clean record.
     
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  9. Chinatown

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    Some dump truck companies will hire without experience as long as you have a CDL. That isn't always advertised though.
     
  10. Texanbred

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    Although correctly filling out the form, it still tells me,

    Please fix the issues below and try again.
    • There was an error. Please try again.

    And then it gives me a blank form again.
     
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