Profile For Joe L.

Rob, I have talked to my current employer about some opportunities with driving powder trucks or bottom dumps. Only issue is when the rain hits we don’t work. So I’m trying to get away from that.. but thank you for the advice I will start applying everywhere and see what sticks.

Location is a plus for starters. Any Class A CDL driving is a plus no matter what or where. When it comes to CDL driving, what you're applying for also depends on your experience... to a point & the employer needs.

The issue Joe is going to run into is that he's been driving a class B truck, im guessing. The extent of his class A experience is 2 years ago in school.

Joe, just apply everywhere you can think of and be honest with them about your experience and that you'd like to have someone train you a couple weeks. Some companies won't hire you but somebody will. Worst case apply to another construction type job that uses side dumps or hoppers or even moving the equipment. Have you inquired about that with your current employer?

BK, Thank you for your response. I will look into those links.

Hi Joe.

You need to get hired by a company that has a training program for new OTR drivers who already have a CDL A. They would require the training because you don’t have experience with a combination vehicle. You do have several advantages because of your concrete truck experience and that you already have your license. Apply to companies through this link:

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Hello, This is my first post Here, but I have been using the knowledge from this page and its members since I got my CDL in 2021.

I have my CDL A and went to driving a ready mix truck right out of school. While it has been a very good experience, and has taught me many things with driving a commercial vehicle. The rainy season is approaching and work will slow down, and I can’t afford to only work a few days a week if any. With that being said I am trying to get into either OTR or a Local route to get some experience driving a tractor Trailer, do most companies not take into consideration a mixer truck as commercial driving experience? Any advice or tips on how to move forward with securing a position utilizing my Class A would be appreciated. Thank you in advance

Thanks PackRat, I look forward to the move and the changes it brings. It’s been a long time coming haha

Congratulations on your upcoming parole from California.

Thanks all for your answers, I plan on moving end of March beginning of April. I will wait and get all my stuff transferred over from CA to AZ. I’m hoping to get on with Prime but we will see what is available in the area when the time comes. Thanks again! 👍🏼

Hello, I plan on applying to a few company sponsored CDL schools in the next month, However I will be moving from CA to AZ and wondered if I should wait to apply once I Make my move to AZ as I will need a Permit from my home state I believe. Any insight anyone can provide would be much appreciated.

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