Woman Driver Goal Or Dream On
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Hello and welcome. 1. Size not an issue. 2. Strength not an issue (avoid flat bed work.)
3. Suspensions... Issue. How old? IIRC they're going to have to be at least 2yrs old. *For nonmoving
So on the physical side no worries. But we'll need more accurate info regarding the suspensions to give you an accurate answer.
As was said above, size does not matter just avoid flatbed. Many companies have pet policies. These policies vary. They do limit breeds and quantity. Whether or not there is a deposit and how much. These are things for you to clear up with a recruiter before you commit to going with a company. If you go to Paid CDL Training Programs, you will most likely need to make arrangements for your dogs for up to 4 months. Your tickets and suspensions will be your major stumbling block. The older they are the better. Again every company has their own requirements. Here is our starter pack of info.
- Truck Driver's Career Guide
- Brett's Book: The Raw Truth About Trucking (free online version)
- High Road Training Program
Read through those as you do your research. Take your time and don't rush into this.
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.
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Hours Of Service
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Hello, I have wanted to be a trucker since high school. I went the college route instead,and haven't made much out of it other than a career in retail. I am now 18 years out of high school. For various reasons I will not be returning to a retail job. So it seems like now would be the time. I mean heck I'm already alone most of the time might as well get paid. I have 3 things keeping me from going this route 1. I'm small, would be limited to lifting 40 lbs or so 2. I have two dogs, could they travel with me? 3. I have a less than stellar driving record mostly suspensions from minor tickets lead to driving on suspended charges Is this a realistic goal for me? Would I physically be able to do the job? Would it be easier for me to go the route of bus driver or train/subway work? Lots of questions hope you all have some insight.