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quick ?? about getting back in a semi

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Auburnfan205, Feb 14, 2015.

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  1. Feb 14, 2015 #1
    Auburnfan205

    Auburnfan205 Bobtail Member

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    So long story short I graduated from truck school last march , started driving over the road for about 3 months before I got a local job driving a class B vehicle .getting a itch to go back over the road .now its been about 9 months since I have be beind the wheel of a semi. what steps do I need to take if I decide to go back otr?!refreshment course ? or would some companies take me in ? if so which ones? thanks for all the help!
     
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  3. Feb 14, 2015 #2
    Jaguar115

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    I sent you a Private message. . Good luck
     
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  4. Feb 14, 2015 #3
    STexan

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    I'd call around to some prospective fleets that interest you, and who hire new/almost new drivers and explain the situation. Maybe a refresher will be required by some, maybe not.

    So long as there weren't any issues at current or with first OTR employer, or recent accidents/tickets, I don't know that' you'll have too much problem
     
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  5. Feb 14, 2015 #4
    pattyj

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    If you plan on going OTR you may need a refresher then out with a trainer.
     
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    Jrdude5

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    Give PTL a call they give in house refresher
     
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  8. Feb 14, 2015 #6
    Chinatown

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    What about the company you were with before, will they take you back. Weren't you hauling groceries?

    Here's some that might take you and have a rider program for your wife:

    Freymiller
    Navajo Express
    Pride Transport

    To make real good money, try to hire on with A&R Logistics. They probably will require a refresher. Check the website.

    I think Celadon has a cheap refresher course in Gadsden. Try those others first though.
     
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  9. Feb 14, 2015 #7
    Auburnfan205

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    I dont think they were all that great looking back on it . I was suppose to get part of my sign on bonus at 3 months . I worked 3 months an when I turned in my voucher they said they would take care of it, almost 3 weeks went by and i turned in my 2 week notice and asked about the bonus they said I forfeited it cause I left . Although I had completed the 90 days . I didn't gripe about it because I didn't wanna burn any bridges . Can still go to work there but don't think I can look past that.
     
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  10. Feb 14, 2015 #8
    ethos

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    Like others have said, I seriously doubt you will have any trouble. Good move on not going back to a place you know to not be that good, this game is all about moving on to better gigs.
     
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  11. Feb 15, 2015 #9
    Chinatown

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    Keep us posted, may help another driver in the same situation. This question comes up often.
     
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  12. Feb 15, 2015 #10
    walstib

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    step 1 - Call your doctor
    step 2 - Stay away from sharp objects
    step 3 - See doctor for medication to end masochistic tendencies
    step 4 - Take meds and be happy!
     
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