Posted: 9 years, 1 month ago
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Trucktographer, I wish you the best. It's the lease program I don't trust not you. Please keep us posted on how you are doing!
Posted: 9 years, 1 month ago
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I think Brett is right. If it sounds to good to be true it usually is. I don't believe companies would be making leasing so easy if it didn't benefit them!
Posted: 9 years, 1 month ago
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Need advice getting back into trucking
James,
Don't forget to look at Craig's list. There are usually jobs posted from smaller companies there. If you are fortunate enough to find a job follow old schools advice and stick it out with one company for a year at least. Good luck!
Posted: 9 years, 1 month ago
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They take their break, especially if they are on electronic logs. Some truck stops charge for Internet. You may be surprised how fast that 10 hours goes.
Posted: 9 years, 1 month ago
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I would be surprised if you had an hour per day to study on the Internet. Your trainer may expect you to spend your time learning how drive and navigate the truck.
Posted: 9 years, 1 month ago
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Congratulations! I'm not surprised though!
Posted: 9 years, 2 months ago
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Hang in there! Many people have to retest although few will admit it.' You'll get it next time!
Posted: 9 years, 2 months ago
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Bubber,
I know nothing about Swift except that they give lots of people an opportunity to get started in a career who wouldn't otherwise get the chance.....including you! Since you passed they must be doing something right unless you are a some kind of brainiac and I'm pretty sure that's not the case! How about showing a little gratitude instead of biting the hand that feeds you! By the way. I haven't met anyone who felt they were ready to go out and drive just after getting their CDL! Good luck!
Posted: 9 years, 2 months ago
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Need advice for gaining experience
Errol is right. Try to get on with a small company and gain some experience. I recommend going in in person, so you can try to establish a rapport with them and sell yourself. Ask for a driving test. If you can get the driving test you've got a good chance to land the job. Good luck.
Posted: 9 years, 1 month ago
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Leasing A Truck: My Journey
Has this thread gone the way of the dinosaurs?