New Start With Shaky Nerves.
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I couldn't figure out how to edit, I have a pretty clean driving record, one accident over 6 years ago and one speeding ticket less than a year old. I think it was 9 mph over. Will this effect employment?
(No edits after you hit "Submit". Forum rule. I always check "Preview" first.)
Hey, Cody. Checkin' out a truck driving career? There's plenty of resources here for you.
It sounds like you should read Brett's Book and the Truck Driver's Career Guide. Then bring more questions here.
BMI:
Body mass index (BMI)
BMI is a formula that uses weight and height to estimate body fat. For most people, BMI provides a reasonable estimate of body fat. The BMI's biggest weakness is that it doesn't consider individual factors such as bone or muscle mass. BMI may:
- Underestimate body fat for older adults or other people with low muscle mass
- Overestimate body fat for people who are very muscular and physically fit
It's quite common, especially for men, to fall into the "overweight" category if you happen to be stronger than average. If you're pretty strong but in good shape then pay no attention.
I'm not a trucker dude (yet) but I can tell you from my time in the service that big courage often comes from small packages. Don't ever underestimate yourself or what you're capable of. If it's really what you want then go for it. That being said; I will offer a piece of advice my uncle once told me: "Don't jump off a cliff unless you know what is at the bottom" It's an old concept but it stands the test of time.
I'm not a trucker dude (yet) but I can tell you from my time in the service that big courage often comes from small packages. Don't ever underestimate yourself or what you're capable of. If it's really what you want then go for it. That being said; I will offer a piece of advice my uncle once told me: "Don't jump off a cliff unless you know what is at the bottom" It's an old concept but it stands the test of time.
That's very true. I'm working on getting "pre-hired". Contingent on passing the course. That way I'll fall into something. lol
Pre-hire:
What Exactly Is A Pre-Hire Letter?
Pre-hire letters are acceptance letters from trucking companies to students, or even potential students, to verify placement. The trucking companies are saying in writing that the student, or potential student, appears to meet the company's minimum hiring requirements and is welcome to attend their orientation at the company’s expense once he or she graduates from truck driving school and has their CDL in hand.
We have an excellent article that will help you Understand The Pre-Hire Process.
A Pre-Hire Letter Is Not A Guarantee Of Employment
The people that receive a pre-hire letter are people who meet the company's minimum hiring requirements, but it is not an employment contract. It is an invitation to orientation, and the orientation itself is a prerequisite to employment.
During the orientation you will get a physical, drug screen, and background check done. These and other qualifications must be met before someone in orientation is officially hired.
Cody waits for something:
That way I'll fall into something. lol
His about you make things happen, instead of "falling" into what? A hole?
Hello all, not really sure how to get to the point, so my fingers are going to type and my brain is gonna spill. I'm a 28 years old male and I have been doing hair for about 9 years. I'm board with it. I travel a lot when I have time off, I love to drive. I refuse to fly. (Not because I'm scared) I feel like since I love to drive why not get paid to do it. I know it's not gonna all be unicorns and rainbows, but I think it's something I would be good at. I live 4 hours from the closet CDL school. SAGE. I really like the fact that they have one on one BTW training and limited class sizes. I would have to find a place to stay for the duration on the training. My nerves are kicking in and I'm scared. I have all these things running through my mind. What if I can't back the truck, what if I fail, what if I need MORE training, all these what if's. I also have all these predetermined ideas of who a truck driver IS. IE: Strong, burley man, i've even seen woman drivers. (Love seeing that) I'm 6'0 and 150 pounds. Image ME driving a big ole tractor. I guess what I'm looking for is moral support. Thoughts, how YOU felt before you started...
I feel you bro.
I'm looking into trucking because I don't really have much skills after spending half my life working multiple crappy jobs and going to junior college.
I'm burned out and am afraid that I'll throw thousands of dollars into a trucking program and just waste time and money I don't have (in big credit card debt to stay afloat) and I don't want to be homeless or go to jail.
I don't really have any family or friends I can rely on.
CDL:
Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
A CDL is required to drive any of the following vehicles:
- Any combination of vehicles with a gross combined weight rating (GCWR) of 26,001 or more pounds, providing the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of the vehicle being towed is in excess of 10,000 pounds.
- Any single vehicle with a GVWR of 26,001 or more pounds, or any such vehicle towing another not in excess of 10,000 pounds.
- Any vehicle, regardless of size, designed to transport 16 or more persons, including the driver.
- Any vehicle required by federal regulations to be placarded while transporting hazardous materials.
Hello all, not really sure how to get to the point, so my fingers are going to type and my brain is gonna spill. I'm a 28 years old male and I have been doing hair for about 9 years. I'm board with it. I travel a lot when I have time off, I love to drive. I refuse to fly. (Not because I'm scared) I feel like since I love to drive why not get paid to do it. I know it's not gonna all be unicorns and rainbows, but I think it's something I would be good at. I live 4 hours from the closet CDL school. SAGE. I really like the fact that they have one on one BTW training and limited class sizes. I would have to find a place to stay for the duration on the training. My nerves are kicking in and I'm scared. I have all these things running through my mind. What if I can't back the truck, what if I fail, what if I need MORE training, all these what if's. I also have all these predetermined ideas of who a truck driver IS. IE: Strong, burley man, i've even seen woman drivers. (Love seeing that) I'm 6'0 and 150 pounds. Image ME driving a big ole tractor. I guess what I'm looking for is moral support. Thoughts, how YOU felt before you started...
I feel you bro.
I'm looking into trucking because I don't really have much skills after spending half my life working multiple crappy jobs and going to junior college.
I'm burned out and am afraid that I'll throw thousands of dollars into a trucking program and just waste time and money I don't have (in big credit card debt to stay afloat) and I don't want to be homeless or go to jail.
I don't really have any family or friends I can rely on.
I still feel the same, but now that I have a pre-hire letter, I feel a little better. Still nervous though. Try applying with US Xpress, they will help pay for your schooling, but the school is up north for 2-3 months. But they will pay up front the cost of school, living and travel.
CDL:
Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
A CDL is required to drive any of the following vehicles:
- Any combination of vehicles with a gross combined weight rating (GCWR) of 26,001 or more pounds, providing the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of the vehicle being towed is in excess of 10,000 pounds.
- Any single vehicle with a GVWR of 26,001 or more pounds, or any such vehicle towing another not in excess of 10,000 pounds.
- Any vehicle, regardless of size, designed to transport 16 or more persons, including the driver.
- Any vehicle required by federal regulations to be placarded while transporting hazardous materials.
Pre-hire:
What Exactly Is A Pre-Hire Letter?
Pre-hire letters are acceptance letters from trucking companies to students, or even potential students, to verify placement. The trucking companies are saying in writing that the student, or potential student, appears to meet the company's minimum hiring requirements and is welcome to attend their orientation at the company’s expense once he or she graduates from truck driving school and has their CDL in hand.
We have an excellent article that will help you Understand The Pre-Hire Process.
A Pre-Hire Letter Is Not A Guarantee Of Employment
The people that receive a pre-hire letter are people who meet the company's minimum hiring requirements, but it is not an employment contract. It is an invitation to orientation, and the orientation itself is a prerequisite to employment.
During the orientation you will get a physical, drug screen, and background check done. These and other qualifications must be met before someone in orientation is officially hired.
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Hello all, not really sure how to get to the point, so my fingers are going to type and my brain is gonna spill. I'm a 28 years old male and I have been doing hair for about 9 years. I'm board with it. I travel a lot when I have time off, I love to drive. I refuse to fly. (Not because I'm scared) I feel like since I love to drive why not get paid to do it. I know it's not gonna all be unicorns and rainbows, but I think it's something I would be good at. I live 4 hours from the closet CDL school. SAGE. I really like the fact that they have one on one BTW training and limited class sizes. I would have to find a place to stay for the duration on the training. My nerves are kicking in and I'm scared. I have all these things running through my mind. What if I can't back the truck, what if I fail, what if I need MORE training, all these what if's. I also have all these predetermined ideas of who a truck driver IS. IE: Strong, burley man, i've even seen woman drivers. (Love seeing that) I'm 6'0 and 150 pounds. Image ME driving a big ole tractor. I guess what I'm looking for is moral support. Thoughts, how YOU felt before you started...
CDL:
Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
A CDL is required to drive any of the following vehicles: