Too soon to change?

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by hkchik, May 30, 2018.

  1. hkchik

    hkchik Bobtail Member

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    New to trucking and started out in flatbeds two months ago. Enjoy most things, but the tarping in the heat. How much would it be frowned upon to change carriers to tanker or box truck after only two months? Or is there a need to just suck it up and deal for a while yet?
     
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  3. Long FLD

    Long FLD Road Train Member

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    Flatbedder’s opinion here....I think you should stick it out a little longer. In my opinion 2 months isn’t enough time to get a good feel on it or figure out your own system for getting things done.
     
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  4. Chinatown

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    Where are you domiciled; Texas?
    Don't waste time with a type of trucking you're not satisfied with.
    You'll make more and probably really like tanker work. Which city are you near?
     
  5. hkchik

    hkchik Bobtail Member

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    We're by Waco.
     
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  6. QuietStorm

    QuietStorm Heavy Load Member

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    Stick with 1 thing for a year, then if you want to switch, switch. You're not really going to be good at anything until you've been doing it a few years
     
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  7. Chinatown

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    If you have tanker/hazmat endorsements, you probably qualify for Gemini Motor Transport which is owned by Love's Travel Stops. They haul diesel & DEF to their truck stops. They also have dry van for supplying tires, etc. to the truckstops. They do hire new cdl grads right out of cdl school.
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  8. Chinatown

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    Here's a dry van job after you get 6 mos. driving experience. Wouldn't hurt to check in with them now & maybe luck out.
    CDL-A Truck Driver – Home Daily. Off Weekends. No layoffs.
    Southeastern Freight Lines
    Qualifications
    • 6 months driving experience
    • A High School Diploma or GED is required
    • Must have a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with HAZMAT, Tanker, and Twin Trailer endorsements
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  9. Chinatown

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    UPS - United Parcel Service
    OTR CDL A Tractor-Trailer Truckload Driver (HazMat REQ) Dedicated - Waco, TX
    Apply On Company Site
    UPS Freight Truckload is hiring individuals to work as Full-time Dedicated OTR Dry Van Drivers. This position involves the driving of a tractor-trailer for the over-the-road delivery of freight to two or more locations. Dedicated drivers are primarily assigned to run freight for one customer, and may be assigned to an operation based at a specific customer location. These drivers are normally on the road from three to five days at a time. The term “dedicated” refers to the customer, not a particular lane or destination.

    Dedicated Drivers must pass a DOT physical and successfully pass a UPS Freight road test. Qualified applicants must have a valid Class A Commercial Drivers’ License with Haz-Mat endorsement. Dedicated Drivers are expected to comply with all appearance standards.

    Applicants must be at least 21 years of age.
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  10. ChaoSS

    ChaoSS Road Train Member

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    Take your shirt off and soak it in a bowl of water. Put it back on. Tarp comfortably. Repeat as necessary every half hour or so, depending on the heat.
     
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  11. Chinatown

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    Schwerman Trucking Company - www.tankstar.com

    Dry Bulk Company Drivers and Owner Operators
    100 Wickson Rd
    Woodway, Texas 76712-8514
    Contact: Waco Area Terminal
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    They hire new cdl grads.
    I don't what type dry bulk terminal that is. Could be cement or other stuff. I worked at one of their terminals and our dry bulk loads might be cement, flyash, flour, dry chemicals, etc. I didn't care for the cement because it was local runs, but the dry bulk chemicals and flour loads were usually 700 - 1000 miles or more.
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