Time for a change....

you'r not crazy, some people get the fever, sounds like you have nothing to loose good luck

 

I've looked around at different companies myself, and I'm still looking for the right way to go. If I were to choose a company to sign a contract with, my first choice would be Prime, based on what I've read about the quality and duration of their training, as well as their pay rates.

Roehl would be good if hometime is more important to you than annual income, in my opinion.

The path I am probably going to take is to get the WIA funds to pay for my 8 week school at the local community college. I'll have my CDL, 320 hours in the truck, and not be financially tied to any one company. Keep in mind that when you sign a contract with these companies, they hold all the cards. They can do things like give give you 1200 miles / week or less, or simply fire you before your contract term is up - leaving you unemployed, perhaps unemployable, and on the hook for the cost of the training. You may to live on an income of as little as $22000 / year for 18 months or so.

 

Nope. I've actually been surprised at the number of people transitioning from various career paths into trucking. My uncle has a degree in Spanish, but has been driving for 30+ years. I'm a Paramedic, but looking into a trucking career. There are lots of people from all different walks of life who have decided life on the road is for them. It sounds to me like the time away from home wouldn't be an issue for you, and you have the desire to do it. I say go for it. I'm ready to make the leap, and the way I feel about it is what's the worst that can happen? If I get out there and find out it isn't for me, I can always go back to life the way it is now. All I lose is a few months or a year, and I can always get another paramedic job. I would assume the same would go for the IT world. Give it a shot, and if its not for you, you can always go back to IT. Best of luck to you...

 

may have a problem with the ticket.15 miles over limit is considered a serious violation.having said that,most will give u one ticket,some won't.keep trying.

 

If you have an itch, it won't go away unless you scratch it.

Whether you succeed or not is all about your attitude. If you go at it wanting to do it, I think you will enjoy it.

 

Wot he said.

Give it a shot at a good community college, and if it turns out it's not what you thought, you're still free to go do something else.

 

A little "short-term liberation"? I completely understand....

Good luck to you!

 

Did you all miss the 41 in a 25 zone?