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kemosabi49 · Aug 9, 2021

a.paul said: ↑

I’m having some difficulties because I’ve gotten myself trapped in an analysis paralysis loop.

One thing I always wanted to do was drive a truck. I’ve done it, some. I’d like to do it more. I don’t have a CDL, so I’m looking at company schools, but several problems crop up.

I built a business with a friend, we took it from start up to 7 figures within a year, ran it for a decade, then his mental issues exacerbated by his self medication with ambien and bourbon caused it to explode quite spectacularly. I was worn out at that point and basically went into semi-retirement, including a couple years of van life. Once I turned 50 I thought I should sort of rejoin the world and since most of my friends are truckers and I’d always wanted too...yeah.

But the lack of recent work history seems to be an issue (I maintain that I’ve demonstrated I’m not going to run off because I miss my recliner and I understand having to schedule bathroom and shower time...but that doesn’t work lol).

Also, I’m in NH. But I’ve tried to make the case that I have no real ties here, no wife, kids etc, I could be from anywhere, no dice.

I’ve got no felonies, clean driving record back to 1995 or so. I’m not going to be scared away by loneliness- I already go days at a time without talking to people.

Prime won’t even call back to discuss any possible alternative ways of verifying my last couple of years. Millis hates my location, even after I pointed out I wasn’t going to be asking for home time up here.

Am I doomed to Swift (nothing against the good Swift drivers)? Is there a better way to present myself that I don’t know? I haven’t applied to Wilson Logistics because I thought they didn’t hire from my area. After reading they do—I worry ill say something wrong.

thanks
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Lack of recent work history should not keep you from getting hired as much as your location. You do need to be able to document what you have been doing though. That should be all they need to keep the FMCSA happy.

Chinatown · Aug 9, 2021

kemosabi49 said: ↑

Lack of recent work history should not keep you from getting hired as much as your location. You do need to be able to document what you have been doing though. That should be all they need to keep the FMCSA happy.
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That's right. Some drivers say they were working for cash, painting houses, lawncare, mechanic work, plumbing, etc. while looking for a decent full time job.
Prime won't buy that, but most other companies will.

a.paul · Aug 9, 2021

Just reading some about Stevens, and it says you’ll change your license to a Texas license. How does that happen without actually moving to TX?

Chinatown · Aug 9, 2021

a.paul said: ↑

Just reading some about Stevens, and it says you’ll change your license to a Texas license. How does that happen without actually moving to TX?
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That's for Texas residents. If your license is from any state other than Texas, Stevens Transport sends you to a private cdl school and pays for it.
Florida residents train in Tampa.

a.paul · Aug 10, 2021

Chinatown said: ↑

That's for Texas residents. If your license is from any state other than Texas, Stevens Transport sends you to a private cdl school and pays for it.
Florida residents train in Tampa.
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talked to Stevens today. She said from NH I would go to school in Denver, where I’d use the ‘apartment like hotel’ address to change my license from NH to Denver.

I’m not sure, but honestly that seems a little shady.

Am I wrong? Wouldn’t having a CO license without being a resident violate various state (and with a CDL Federal) law?

aussiejosh · Aug 10, 2021

a.paul said: ↑

I’m having some difficulties because I’ve gotten myself trapped in an analysis paralysis loop.One thing I always wanted to do was drive a truck. I’ve done it, some. I’d like to do it more. I don’t have a CDL, so I’m looking at company schools, but several problems crop up.I built a business with a friend, we took it from start up to 7 figures within a year, ran it for a decade, then his mental issues exacerbated by his self medication with ambien and bourbon caused it to explode quite spectacularly. I was worn out at that point and basically went into semi-retirement, including a couple years of van life. Once I turned 50 I thought I should sort of rejoin the world and since most of my friends are truckers and I’d always wanted too...yeah.
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Earning 7 figures or millions in one year is exceptionally good were you not able to put anything away in the bank with that kind of income you could sit back and retire no need to worry about the stresses of truck driving.

Chinatown · Aug 10, 2021

a.paul said: ↑

talked to Stevens today. She said from NH I would go to school in Denver, where I’d use the ‘apartment like hotel’ address to change my license from NH to Denver.

I’m not sure, but honestly that seems a little shady.

Am I wrong? Wouldn’t having a CO license without being a resident violate various state (and with a CDL Federal) law?
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Perfectly legal. The state of Colorado says it's legal.
That's an excellent school. It's Federal Government approved for the GI Bill also. Military personnel that are getting out and starting a civilian career go to that school.
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CDL Colorado Truck Driving School | Denver Truck Driver ...
cdltrainer.com

a.paul · Aug 10, 2021

aussiejosh said: ↑

Earning 7 figures or millions in one year is exceptionally good were you not able to put anything away in the bank with that kind of income you could sit back and retire no need to worry about the stresses of truck driving.
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Well, I did say the business went from start up to 7, not that we made 7 figures each. Also, putting money away is how I’ve been essentially retired the past few years.

Chinatown · Aug 10, 2021

a.paul said: ↑

Well, I did say the business went from start up to 7, not that we made 7 figures each. Also, putting money away is how I’ve been essentially retired the past few years.
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I didn't realize you retired. You can put that down instead of unemployed.

a.paul · Aug 10, 2021

Good idea actually. Thank you.

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