I got my class A back in the early 90s, drove a couple years for a company that doesn't exist anymore and then got into a different line of work. Recently I decided I wanted to get behind the wheel again. Took an 8 hour course, passed my tests and am now looking for work. The problem is that with no way to verify my driving time, (way back before the electronic logging days), I'm anticipating a difficult time getting on with a decent company. Anyone ever hear of a similar situation and how it worked out? Thanks.
No proof of OTR experience
Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Crossbones, Mar 11, 2018.
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Try Vero Logistics in Margate,FL.
Does the IRS keep tax records that far back. If so, get a copy that shows you worked for a trucking company back then.
Schneider also might hire you since you have the refresher course.
You may have to go through a longer, company paid, refresher course also. I think Schneider sends drivers through a 40 hour refresher course.
OK, so try these and maybe luck out:
Vero Logistics
Schneider
Stevens Transport
Florida Beauty Express
FFE (Frozen Food Express)-terminals in Miami and Winterhaven & has refresher course & a job.
Titan Transfer - has refresher & a job.
Abilene Motor Express - hires all over Florida and has refresher & a job.Steel Dragon and Crossbones Thank this. -
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Well...there is a little more to this story. Part of how I got back into this was a trade I made. I built an addition on a couple's house in exchange for a 2007 International 9400. (Good running truck ready to work.) I know better than to try to go solo just yet and was actually hoping to lease myself out to Landstar as I'm not in a position to be at a dispatcher's mercy. I need to pick my own loads and routes. Just not sure how to convince them I know what I'm doing.
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Hopefully, some 0/0's will post some information on insurance also.
Admiral Merchants does flatbed.
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