I think the issue is that you're still, "on probation". Even though your situation is more of a probation lite it still counts as probation and most companies have a one-size fits all policy of no probation.
Paying out of pocket for CDL school may get you a CDL but that doesn't guarantee you'll get a job. What if you pay, or worse borrow. to go to school, get a CDL and end up without a job? A CDL isn't a Twinkie - you can't just put it on a shelf and not use it for a year. Most employers would require you to retrain before they would turn you loose with a truck. If you do go that route you'd either need to get a pre-hire letter before you start so you know that if you finish the class you'll have a job waiting for you or prepare to drive a white Volvo 1099.
You'll have better options when you're off parole. Companies that train felons (case by case):
CFI
CRST
Roehl Transport
Schneider
Stevens Transport
XPO Logistics
I know you're felony-free, but it's not like there's two lists. There are companies that care more than others about criminal history. The companies above care less than most.
Student apprenticeship while on probation?
Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Ricky0418, Jul 25, 2021.
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Quite a coincidence, you're in Janesville!
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Millis Transfer is another one to try.
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Your convictions are misdemeanors? If so, I can’t imagine any trucking company turning you down.
Also, I worked for Roehl many years ago when I was new. DO NOT go to their school. I saw guys that did that and then turned out to be little more than indentured servants.
And, when they quit because they weren’t making any money, Roehl would slap them with a ridiculously high bill for the school.
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As Paul Harvey (RIP) used to say, "And now for the rest of the story". Found elsewhere on the internet...
"....I have pre qualified for 3 company's that I am interested in. Veriha, Mills and Roehl. Getting to the point now. I am concerned for my backround check, as I do not want to quit my current job of 4 years to find out my backround check has failed. I don't exactly have a great backround. I have things like possession of thc (12 years ago, theft movable property (20 years ago) and a couple of other similar things of that nature (20 years old) my biggest concern is my more recent unfortunate charge. I won't go into detail of the charge. To say the least I title jumped a car title and was charged with forgery writing of objects. In turn was dropped to misdemeanor disorderly conduct and obstructing an officer. It's is so unfortunate because I never lied to the police officer. Also I was put on probation until restitution is payed 2000$ I am a law abiding citizen that had put myself around the wrong people. Anyway I have a clean MVR and am on probation only to pay the restitution. Not required to report other then over the phone to my probation officer. The sentence date for this charge is 1 year old. The charge was entered in 2018. Will they give me a chance possibly on something so fresh? Regardless I will not give up on trucking as a career I am just curious if I will have a problem getting into ANY apprenticeship or trucking company? Thanks guys and appreciate the help."
There's enough overlap between our OP and the post above (posted elsewhere a day prior to OP's post here) to make me think they are the same customer. He got a lot of blowback over the, "I am a law abiding citizen" claim which is probably why he left out the felony theft and misdemeanor drug convictions as well as the, "other similar things of that nature" (whatever that means) when he posted here.
OP was wasting our time. While we were scratching our heads about why no one was interested in training him he was not being honest with us. When we say a carrier will consider convicts on a case by case basis that means they want to see that you've changed your ways and that your criminal history isn't the kind of thing that will make them regret hiring you down the road. Theft is one of the more serious convictions in trucking. They're turning you loose with 450 sq/ft of someone else's property (often worth $1M +) as well as a truck that's worth about six-figures. If a driver swipes their customer's property it can permanently damage the carrier's reputation. It's one thing to say, "Yeah, I have a felony theft conviction, but it's from 20 years ago and I learned my lesson." It's quite another to have a 20 year old theft conviction on your record and be on probation for another theft charge that was pled down.Last edited: Jul 26, 2021
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Touched a nerve? Whatever I am I'm someone who doesn't have a problem finding a job driving a truck - unlike some people..
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You definitely did not touch a nerve. I felt the need to clarify what seemed to be inadequate information on basis of assumptions and ridicule. I never once said I was having a problem finding a truck driving job! I litterly just started this journey and even have yet to get my permit and DOT physical, drug test (this week) I am also registered with the DOT clearing house (no issues) (no worries). I haven't even been turned down a position. I was only seeking information on what to expect considering the circumstances. I am down grading my pay going into this industry as a rookie and will be making 20,000 less then what I make now. Why? one might ask. Passion and desire to succeed in an industry I have always dreamt of being successful in! Do you hold either one of those qualities? You probably hate your job! Your probably not even successful at it. I would ask your age but your maturity speaks for itself. I honestly think you feel guilty about something and maybe your CDL and position as a driver should be re-evaluated! But hey, who am I to judge. I will be there soon and will be sure to find you on the INTERNET when I purchase my first brand new Freightliner. Nice try coming at someone that most likely has a lot more accomplishments then SOME PEOPLE
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