Starting CDL training in a few weeks

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by DrivingLikeMad, Jul 30, 2018.

  1. DrivingLikeMad

    DrivingLikeMad Bobtail Member

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    I started looking at trucking 2 years ago but had a change of plans. Now I am back and ready to go and I have some questions because I am a newbie.

    1. I have had 4 jobs in the last 3 years. Is that a problem for most companies? No driving or CDL jobs ever. Never fired. Always gave notice and never just quit. 2 of them account for 3 yrs 8 months of the 4 years and one is about 2 months right before I am done to start classes.
    2. Is it better to start local or start out OTR/regional?
    3. Any good companies (small to medium sized) in the Western PA area that a newly minted CDL can get you into?
    4. Tanker or flatbed? I don't think I want reefer at all.

    I am paying for my own classes which are about 6 weeks long (240 hours). I will have tanker, hazmat, doubles, triples, airbrake I think that's all of what we get. I also have a passport, no criminal record, no traffic citations (not even a parking ticket) and no drug use. I am in good shape. I can't think of anything else. Thanks for any info.
     
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  3. Chinatown

    Chinatown Road Train Member

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    4 jobs in 3 years won't be a hindrance to a decent job.
    OTR or local? That's personal choice. Some drivers don't want to venture too far from their zip code and some want to see the USA.
    How close are you to Pittsburgh?
     
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    DrivingLikeMad Bobtail Member

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    I am about 10 miles outside of the city.
     
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    Here's a job that might interest you and you'll qualify for: By the ad it looks as if Nestle can hire you within 30 days of cdl school graduation. If so, you can start work the day you graduate.
    Nestle USA - Pittsburgh - local/regional/OTR positions
    Apply On Company Site - click here to apply


      • Must be at least 21 years of age for DOT covered positions
      • High School Diploma / GED equivalent
      • Must have reliable transportation to and from work
      • Must have a valid, unrestricted Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or a Class A Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP) with ability to obtain a Class A CDL within 30 days of hire, with a driving record satisfactory to established company requirements
      • As one of “The World’s Most Admired Food Companies” in Fortune magazine, Nestlé provides quality brands that bring flavor to life every day. The Nestlé Dreyer’s Ice Cream division serves to provide world class service to frozen grocery accounts across the country. Products include industry leading brands such as DIGIORNO pizza, DRUMSTICK ice cream snacks, and HӒAGEN-DAZS premium ice cream.
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    DrivingLikeMad Bobtail Member

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    That's good stuff! Thank you. I will check them out. I will also keep my eyes open for any others I see.
     
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    Sysco - driver trainee - Pittsburgh, PA
    Click here to apply - Apply On Company Site

    Location: US-PA-Pittsburgh,US-PA-Harmony
    Zip Code: 16037
    Certificates, Licenses and Registrations:
    • Successful completion of Truck Driving program
    • Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License with a "clean" driving record (including: no single DUI in the last 3 years and no multiple DUIs within the last 7 years)
    • Valid Medical Card
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  8. Chinatown

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    Some of the good jobs like these, you probably won't hear about in CDL school.
     
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    Do I tell them you referred me? I don't know how that works on here.
     
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    Eby-Brown Food Service - West Mifflin, PA
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    Requirements include:
    • Must have a Class “A" CDL (if you do not have a CDL license yet, please inquire about our internal training program)
    • A clean driving record
    • One year of proven commercial driving experience is desired, but not required.
     
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  11. Chinatown

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    No, don't have to mention me. I'm not a recruiter or connected to any trucking company. Just trying to help you new drivers get a good start. I've always been OTR, coast to coast & border to border.
     
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