New driver/student guidance

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by backendchild123, Sep 13, 2024.

  1. backendchild123

    backendchild123 Bobtail Member

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    Hello ,

    I got my cdl in april of 2024 i’ve had about 3 jobs never completed training but i’ve been otr with trainers for like 7 weeks . Backstory; homeless veteran with severe depression and ptsd so it’s hard for me to put up with ####### trainers as i have a loose fit. i receive pension so not in trucking for money rather a place to live. Have two offers from swift and schneider. i’m just looking for a good training company . and maybe if any other vets are here who go through what i do
     
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  3. tscottme

    tscottme Road Train Member

    Trucking finally got to me after 25 years with so many customers and everyone in public treating me like I'm worse than a skunk tat needs a bath. The frustration of traffic and being treated like a subhuman caused me to retire. I guess I'm saying even if you get a good trainer with appropriate social skills the other 99.9% of the industry has not gotten the "act like a human" memo.
    Thanks for you military service.
     
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  4. Chinatown

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    Which state do you live in?
    Might find an OTR company other than those you mentioned.
     
  5. backendchild123

    backendchild123 Bobtail Member

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    kansas city area
     
  6. backendchild123

    backendchild123 Bobtail Member

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    tyson foods says they hire graduates but i can’t find anything on them
     
  7. Chinatown

    Chinatown Road Train Member

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    That's not really OTR. Doubt you can live in a Tyson truck.
     
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  8. backendchild123

    backendchild123 Bobtail Member

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    this is what i saw but im sure you’re right
     

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  9. lual

    lual Road Train Member

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    Schneider veteran here....

    Of the 2 carriers you mentioned -- I would suggest you go with Swift. Your time out with a trainer at Schneider is likely to be too short.

    Note also: it will be VER-RY TOUGH for you to stay in trucking -- unless you are being properly treated for both the depression & the PTSD. A first-year truck driver needs to be fairly mentally tough to survive those first year or two challenges, & stay in the game.

    My Rx for you: you need a trainer at Swift who is very patient, has a great sense of humor, & is experienced enough to really teach you how to drive....on a truly professional level.

    As stated above: THANK YOU -- for your service to our GREAT COUNTRY!!! :notworthy::notworthy::notworthy: :occasion5: :occasion8: :occasion8: :occasion8:

    -- L
     
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  10. Chinatown

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    Well, guess you can give it a try then. Haven't seen that ad before.
     
  11. Chinatown

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    Swift is a good choice also. With PTSD and money not being a priority, dry van might be the way to go.
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    Pulling refrigerated trailers can be stressful.
     
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