Need Some Advice

Hello!

I am highly interested in a career on the road. I've worked in logistics for years and have always been very passionate about my industry as well as working alongside truckers. I'm more than willing to put in all the hard work necessary to follow my dreams but the hinderance I'm having is a speeding ticket from last May that was 15+mph over, 17 to be exact. It was 77mph in a 60mph zone at 2am on my way to work near a known speed trap on I-5 in WA state (where everyone goes 70mph anyway, which of course is in NO WAY a valid excuse). Aside from that I have a completely clean driving record since receiving my license 12 years ago and have had stable employment at the same company for almost 5 years. I am an extremely safe driver and since that ticket have been even more cautious.

I understand that trucking companies consider this high risk due to insurance reasons and I understand that it is a serious red flag. Even if I have to wait until my record is clean, I still want to drive, but I feel rather lost right now as to what exactly I should do or finding reliable information on how to get started. Thankfully I have not committed to any trucking schools or paid any money and have been simple working on studying to get my permit. To be honest what I've taken away from this is even though it was simply just that one time, one time in regards to to safety is all it really takes to have a serious accident.

Thank you for reading.

Have you just tried to 'wing it' and see if anyone bites?!?!?

What do you have to lose, with no prior investment . . . ?!?!? If I were you; I'd just try it. . . and see:

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Wish you well~!!!

~ Anne ~

Thank you for the great information. I will do exactly that and see what I can reel in - for me it's not so much about where I start but having the opportunity to build to where I want to end up, if that makes sense. If I can get in I just want to work hard and be a top notch SAFE driver and master the machine. Thank you again, it looks like I certainly came to the right place.

That’s a rough ticket and one most companies don’t want to see, especially being so recent. It definitely won’t hurt to try but honestly, I’d shoot for a good lawyer and try to have it expunged if possible.

Thank you for the great information. I will do exactly that and see what I can reel in - for me it's not so much about where I start but having the opportunity to build to where I want to end up, if that makes sense. If I can get in I just want to work hard and be a top notch SAFE driver and master the machine. Thank you again, it looks like I certainly came to the right place.

You're welcome; you've definitely come to the right place!

That’s a rough ticket and one most companies don’t want to see, especially being so recent. It definitely won’t hurt to try but honestly, I’d shoot for a good lawyer and try to have it expunged if possible.

O/P, Robert B. is right...if you could still get it expunged, it will increase the size of the net you cast.

Let us know!!

~ Anne ~

They g do isn’t offer traffic school?!? Your gonna need a lawyer to expunge it or see who is willing to look past it

Hello!

I am highly interested in a career on the road. I've worked in logistics for years and have always been very passionate about my industry as well as working alongside truckers. I'm more than willing to put in all the hard work necessary to follow my dreams but the hinderance I'm having is a speeding ticket from last May that was 15+mph over, 17 to be exact. It was 77mph in a 60mph zone at 2am on my way to work near a known speed trap on I-5 in WA state (where everyone goes 70mph anyway, which of course is in NO WAY a valid excuse). Aside from that I have a completely clean driving record since receiving my license 12 years ago and have had stable employment at the same company for almost 5 years. I am an extremely safe driver and since that ticket have been even more cautious.

I understand that trucking companies consider this high risk due to insurance reasons and I understand that it is a serious red flag. Even if I have to wait until my record is clean, I still want to drive, but I feel rather lost right now as to what exactly I should do or finding reliable information on how to get started. Thankfully I have not committed to any trucking schools or paid any money and have been simple working on studying to get my permit. To be honest what I've taken away from this is even though it was simply just that one time, one time in regards to to safety is all it really takes to have a serious accident.

Thank you for reading.

That’s a rough ticket and one most companies don’t want to see, especially being so recent. It definitely won’t hurt to try but honestly, I’d shoot for a good lawyer and try to have it expunged if possible.

I am unable to get it expunged in my state unfortunately. I'm just going to try and hope for the best at this point.

That’s a rough ticket and one most companies don’t want to see, especially being so recent. It definitely won’t hurt to try but honestly, I’d shoot for a good lawyer and try to have it expunged if possible.

I am unable to get it expunged in my state unfortunately. I'm just going to try and hope for the best at this point.

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Roll with it, then.. can't hurt!

Let us know, for sure.

Have a few other companies in mind if no hits..

~ Anne ~

Update:

So I spoke with some trucking recruiters, and while I probably could find a carrier that would agree to train me, I think I will be in a better position applying after at least a year has passed since the infraction - which as of right now I'm thankful to have a great job so I'm definitely counting those blessings! As an added benefit my job allows me constant contact with professional drivers which have been a major help in advice and support. As I always have, I plan to drive safely, not just to get the job I want but to instill those practices long after I get it out there on the road.

Honestly, even if I had to wait until my record is completely 100% clean, I'm not deterred in any way. Trucking is something I'm passionate about and it is a strong personal goal of mine of which I've committed myself to and I remain committed to long after I'm behind the wheel of a big rig. I have a deep respect for these men and women and it's a dream of mine to count myself amongst them. I plan to continue to study, stay physically fit and acquire my CDL-A permit before applying as I believe that is highly attainable for me.

I just want to thank all of you for not only the warm welcome, but the straightforward advice and I look forward to being a part of this community! Thank you to the truckers out there for all you do and I hope to join you in the seat soon!

Update:

So I spoke with some trucking recruiters, and while I probably could find a carrier that would agree to train me, I think I will be in a better position applying after at least a year has passed since the infraction - which as of right now I'm thankful to have a great job so I'm definitely counting those blessings! As an added benefit my job allows me constant contact with professional drivers which have been a major help in advice and support. As I always have, I plan to drive safely, not just to get the job I want but to instill those practices long after I get it out there on the road.

Honestly, even if I had to wait until my record is completely 100% clean, I'm not deterred in any way. Trucking is something I'm passionate about and it is a strong personal goal of mine of which I've committed myself to and I remain committed to long after I'm behind the wheel of a big rig. I have a deep respect for these men and women and it's a dream of mine to count myself amongst them. I plan to continue to study, stay physically fit and acquire my CDL-A permit before applying as I believe that is highly attainable for me.

I just want to thank all of you for not only the warm welcome, but the straightforward advice and I look forward to being a part of this community! Thank you to the truckers out there for all you do and I hope to join you in the seat soon!

Best of luck to you, waiting it out .. good sir! Don't be a stranger; we've got some of the best peeps in here!

Stick around; always welcome!

~ Anne ~