Too old to start..

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Banker786, Jan 18, 2019.

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  1. SteerTire

    SteerTire Road Train Member

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    I knew 3 personally. That’s why they’re ex wives now.
     
    SteerTire, Jan 18, 2019
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    Who told you that? 55 and starting on the third round. When they shovel dirt in your face your done— but you won’t care.
     
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    Look on the Bright Side...if You Start Now...Youll Get Respect...Shippers&Drivers "Will Assume" youve Probably been "Driving for 30 Years. Id Go For It.JMO
     
    BUMBACLADWAR, Jan 18, 2019
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  4. Midwesttrucker

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    54???? Hell your young in trucker terms. All these companies care about is that you have a CDL with the proper endorsements. They don't care about your age at all. Most of the students I train are in their 50's and ALL had jobs when they got their CDL. Get it done driver.
     
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  5. flint1760

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    Go for it! If it’s what you want to do and your family supports it. I’m 65 and good shape. Have been driving class B all my life. Looking for work, this time class A, in fact had an interview today. I’m very hopeful it works out as it’s 20 miles from home.
     
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  6. Diesel Dave

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    Hell, I’m 57 and I’m planning at least another 20 yrs.
     
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  7. Lazer

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    You would be a perfect company driver:
    you will not have a bunch of children on the company's health plan
    you will more than likely never get to the max level for paid vacation
    not many 'family events' you need to get home for
     
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    Shoot. I went to school with a 74 year old man. Trucking companies are ready to take advantage of you regardless of your age. Operators are standing by. Call now.
    You'll be fine. Just stay away from CRST and CR England. Unless you're a masochist.
     
    Flat Earth Trucker, Jan 19, 2019
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    To the one who says he's too old major lawsuit
     
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    You can do it!!!!!!
     
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