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need advice on getting back into truck

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by harleyg, Apr 19, 2009.

  1. Apr 19, 2009 #1
    harleyg

    harleyg Light Load Member

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    Been out of truck for 11/2 years, graduated 2 yrs. ago only OTR for 2 weeks had to come home.. Time was just bad.. now have things better want to get in truck agian!!! No exp. been out of school too long to be considered student, have class A w/all endorsements,, might as well have get out of jail free card from monopoly game in my pocket.. ?Economy is bad companies are being choosy because they can.. I hope if I ride this storm out the demand will return and someone will look at me.. ANY HOPE?? ANY SUGGESTIONS?? APPRECIATE TOUR TIME AND INPUT tHANKS
     
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  3. Apr 19, 2009 #2
    dancnoone

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    You'll have to second seat for awhile.

    For all intents and purposes, you have no experience....at all.

    Most likely, a recruitor will suggest you pay for and take a refresher. Then they won't offer you a job.
     
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  4. Apr 19, 2009 #3
    carramrod32

    carramrod32 Heavy Load Member

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    Maybe your state has stimulus money or what not to pay for or help pay for a refresher course. There's always the driver mill companies to try. Good Luck.
     
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  5. Apr 21, 2009 #4
    MT Box

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    harleyg, I was in a similar position last year this time. I encountered the same attitude, I was told by some of the larger companies that I needed to get a refresher course. I have a CDL Class A and have had since I was 18 then called a Chouffers License, and have been driving but just not over the road. Could not get a viable company to even give me the time of day. I found a local owner operator to give me a shot and for the last 10 months have been driving for him. Give a look at your local owner operators their requirements may not be as strick. Just get at least 6 months experience and you could perhaps move on to better things. HTH
     
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