Profile For ET

Hello all!!

I am in the very early stages of exploring trucking as a career. Several times I have wanted to take the leap, but confidence has prevented me. In fact I was so ready that about 15 years ago read Brett's book, but life pulled me in another direction. A career that turned out to be a means to an end. After 14 years I decided to move to the deep south, the New Orleans area. They found the perfect job and I tagged alone. True love so I thought, however as soon as he got here he relapsed and eventually drank himself to death. After 14 years of struggling in public education I wanted to try my hand at careers that interested me, but they turned out to be mere jobs… I like plants, cooking, neither of which pay well. Plus it gets pretty hot down here, so plants will remain a hobby for the future. Also being a chef is more of an office job these days. Hell I am not going to lie, it's been difficult to just get by these past three years

What draws me to the profession?

Above all is the ability to move about the country. I hope to drive mostly on the east coast to see my father more often who is ageing. I want to be present at this stage in his life as he recently lost his wife, my step mother to cancer. The lifestyle… I’m not tethered, meaning no kids or partner and not really looking. I am drawn to the idea of seeing the country. I have a clean driving record, drugs were never an issue and I gave up drinking over five years ago.

So now for the questions that have been in my head recently.

Are there companies that primarily have routes along the east coast and Gulf coast, Are there companies based in Maine or the New Orleans area that offer paid training or something similar.. A training to hire type situation?

Are there scams out there to be aware of?

What is the best way to start small in the industry? I'm not looking to burn out after a few years. Been there, done that and at 45 I'm looking for a lasting career. Who knows maybe I'll retire someday?

Are hearing aids allowed… my hearing isn't the best.

What does the medical check involve?

Thank you in advance,

Ed