Profile For Edwin L.

Big T "I know there were some programs through the community colleges near Midland, TX that would get people ready for the field." Thank you! Good idea!, you know, didn't actually think of that. I going to look in to that.

Amish country- For sure man, the system in Odessa/Midland is usually a 21 on 7 off on good seasons (in what I've researched) my kids are grown and I left the northeast for this experience down here (Actually love the southwest and west coast, feel blessed to be here.). Nobody in the oil fields, not even labor hands "Roustabouts" are leaving with less that say 75-80k with all the work. You're correct "ridiculous paper $$$) I'm actually ready to commit given the debts I have and goals. Guess once I am in, I am focused on not looking at time off until the bank can reflect better options for my family of course.

Thanks again gentlemen .

Good day all, and thank you for accepting me to this site. Seems honest, and straight forward.

So basically got myself a CDL with n,t endorsements and my Hazmat is pending.

I am a 46 years young grandpa, and I am green to the trucking industry. I relocated from NY and finally nicely acclimated to El Paso, Texas.

Granted, no matter the industry, I have to pay dues. What I would like to get some further insight for is what are the steps a person needs to take when trying gain experience in the hauling of frac sand, or water (Vacuum, blowers etc.....) or even getting basic training with pneumatic tanks, without getting too exploited for long? Are there any companies I should be looking in to when seeking this experience or knowledge.?

Aside my venture in to this new industry, I've held leadership roles over dozens of personalities at low paying administrative positions all my life. So I am very responsible and resourceful, personable. I wonder if this will take me far in trucking. I find it a blessing to have obtained my CDL even at this date in my life. Let me digress and just ask, where do I go from here?..

Thank you .. Best to all,