Wondering if I should pursue trucking

Thank you for your kind reply, Rideandrepair. I've always loved driving. First started driving my grandparent's golf cart and would ride my grandfather's scooter around lol. Makes sense that I could eventually adapt to driving a much bigger vehicle.

The job stability and pay are a definite plus.

Thanks again!

 

Thank you, Rugerfan! Just looking at the truck and the moving parts...I figured it'd be better to have a mechanical background, just in case, but it is a relief to know it's not a requirement.

 

Nice! I'll give those a watch. Thanks again, Dennixx!

 

Thank you, thank you! It's so helpful to talk with truckers and "hear" everyone's insight and experiences. Thanks to all who took the time/will take the time to reply.

I'll be sure to ask Chinatown for additional resources besides the links he posted, ty for that.

Picking a good school is most important to me. I've looked through the other threads on here pertaining to that topic, and it was an eye-opener, for sure.

Ty, TravR1! See you out there...

 

Ty again, TravR1! Reading such supportive comments just does a world of good for me.

Your story about the female trucker who conquered the docking has me laughing. Hats off to that lady!

I think you're right about that. My parents taught me to try to anticipate what other drivers may do.

 

Ty, Chinatown!!

I'm not sure, actually. I've checked out both types though. Are "CDL mills" a big a problem as I've read about? Are they more prevalent in private companies or trucking company school? What do you think is the better option? I would only be able to afford a portion of the cost up front. Working for a company to pay off the debt doesn't bother me...should it though?

I'll read up on Steven's Transport. Appreciate the link and everyone's help!