Failed D.O.T Pre-employment Drug Screen
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I would try this link: Carolina Cargo
They are a well known second-chance company for felons. Not sure what their stance would be on a failed pre-employment drug-screen. The fact that you were already a driver when this happened, is not going to bode well for your future employment prospects as a driver.
My suggestion is to first call Carolina Cargo, see what they say. If that doesn't work, then look for something local. A small operator might be willing to give you a chance. Be prepared for a lot of rejection.
This link might also prove helpful: Apply For Truck Driving Jobs
"Technically" - if you have completed an "approved SAP" - you're supposed to be able to get a hire.
Most companies shy away - because part of the "return to work protocol" requires extensive "follow up testing" (1-5 years worth, per FMCSA 49 CFR 40(O)) and many companies just don't want to bother with the hassle.
I'm assuming with 1 years experience - you did your year with a starter/training company, and tried to "move on to greener pastures" and got picked off in a "pre-employment screen"?
As G-Town elaborates - while it's admirable that you went through the hassle of the SAP process - you stood a better chance of a RE-HIRE by getting picked off on a RANDOM and doing SAP, then you do getting a hire for popping a pre-employment screen.
Assuming this was WEED?
Not being judgemental, but you kinda had to know you were going to be tested when changing employers - it's mandatory, even when hiring experienced drivers.
Rick
CSA:
Compliance, Safety, Accountability (CSA)
The CSA is a Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) initiative to improve large truck and bus safety and ultimately reduce crashes, injuries, and fatalities that are related to commercial motor vehicle
FMCSA:
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
The FMCSA was established within the Department of Transportation on January 1, 2000. Their primary mission is to prevent commercial motor vehicle-related fatalities and injuries.
What Does The FMCSA Do?
- Commercial Drivers' Licenses
- Data and Analysis
- Regulatory Compliance and Enforcement
- Research and Technology
- Safety Assistance
- Support and Information Sharing
SAP:
Substance Abuse Professional
The Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) is a person who evaluates employees who have violated a DOT drug and alcohol program regulation and makes recommendations concerning education, treatment, follow-up testing, and aftercare.
Dm:
Dispatcher, Fleet Manager, Driver Manager
The primary person a driver communicates with at his/her company. A dispatcher can play many roles, depending on the company's structure. Dispatchers may assign freight, file requests for home time, relay messages between the driver and management, inform customer service of any delays, change appointment times, and report information to the load planners.Fm:
Dispatcher, Fleet Manager, Driver Manager
The primary person a driver communicates with at his/her company. A dispatcher can play many roles, depending on the company's structure. Dispatchers may assign freight, file requests for home time, relay messages between the driver and management, inform customer service of any delays, change appointment times, and report information to the load planners.New Reply:
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I have a accident free mvr ...no major moving violations but I failed a D.O.T Pre-employment drug screen ...I have over a year of exp ...does anyone know of any pretty descent paying companies that will give me a chance...I have completed the D.O.T sap process?
SAP:
Substance Abuse Professional
The Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) is a person who evaluates employees who have violated a DOT drug and alcohol program regulation and makes recommendations concerning education, treatment, follow-up testing, and aftercare.
MVR:
Motor Vehicle Record
An MVR is a report of your driving history, as reported from your state Department of Motor Vehicles. Information on this report may include Drivers License information, point history, violations, convictions, and license status on your driving record.