want to be trucker newbie

Discussion in 'The Welcome Wagon' started by jtswife826, Nov 25, 2009.

  1. jtswife826

    jtswife826 Bobtail Member

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    Just spoke to Drivers solutions to see what they were talking about, my family and I live in Norfolk, VA and I need a career change! School bus driving
    is not for me, (love to drive) but the kids are wild!!!!
     
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  3. Baack

    Baack Road Train Member

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    Hi, jtswife826, Welcome to our Truckers Forum! We hope you enjoy your stay and please read our RULES. We hope to help you and get to know you soon! Thanks, jtswife826!

    jtswife826, do you have a question about how to do something? Try our FAQ section or you can PM me or a Moderator (50 posts not required to PM a Mod) to ask a question! Also, you can read through our Truckers Forum Information Center!
     
  4. JustSonny

    JustSonny Big Dummy

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    Welcome to the forum! I'm a wannbe who is also a school bus driver. I can't believe your kids are wild. Mine load the bus single file, sit calmly, face the front of the bus, and have casual conversation with their seatmates. You know I'm lying, don't ya?
    Have a good ride on the forum. It's a great place to get good info on this industry!
    Oldnewbiegonnabe
     
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  5. LavenderTrucker

    LavenderTrucker Medium Load Member

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    Welcome and good luck to you.
    Just a quick mention, Driver Solution Inc is a recruiting company for CREngland, Central, CRST and others, they will charge you $200 for their services which only amounts to forwarding your application to the companies who consign with them.
    You can save yourself money by just applying to companies yourself.
    Also, keep in mind, that when they say you have been selected and qualify for this company and that one, it is not a guarantee of employement, it means you meet the criterea to attend their school, which is lower than the criterea to get hired by the same company.
    I am in no way discouraging you, this can be and is an awesome career for many. I am glad you are considering it, I just don't want you to get turned off by those who prey on newbies.
     
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  6. jtswife826

    jtswife826 Bobtail Member

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    Thanks Lavendertrucker I didn't know about that $200. I will just apply to the companies myself. I just wanted to try to find a way to get in, to fit in. I've been reading so much on this site. I'm glad you guys are out there!!!
     
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  7. Texas-Nana

    Texas-Nana Princess Drives-a-Lot

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    Wlcome to the forum! I hope you find the best fit for you.
     
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  8. kickin chicken

    kickin chicken Road Train Member

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    Hello and Welcome:)
     
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