Anyone Willing To Do A Ride Along For A Rusty CDL Driver?
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What will they offer you to get your CDL back ? Only asking since State requires you to go through a certified CDL class to prove you know how to drive a CDL truck. Yes it will cost you $ but most times it'll be a quick spin around the block done within couple hours and you're on your way. I don't know what you're thinking but a drive along with a random trucker will NOT get you your CDL back ! Aside from the obvious med card & drug test.
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.
I might be willing to take somebody for a ride along, but I’d have to screen the person first. The problem is that my company will not allow any CDL holder to ride along. I don’t know how common that restriction is. It wasn’t completely clear to me if Mr. skibum currently holds a CDL or not. There is also paperwork that has to be submitted for any individual who rides along.
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.
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.
The five different companies I have driven for do not allow ride-alongs with a person who has a CDL.
You have been off the road only 1.5 years? The trucks haven't changed much, if at all, in that time frame. While you have driven manuals only, driving an automated manual is easy to get the hang of in just a couple days.
Just apply at a bunch of companies and see who offers you a job. Right now the economy is tanking and companies are being very choosy on who they take.
Laura
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.
OOS:
When a violation by either a driver or company is confirmed, an out-of-service order removes either the driver or the vehicle from the roadway until the violation is corrected.
I might be willing to take somebody for a ride along, but I’d have to screen the person first. The problem is that my company will not allow any CDL holder to ride along. I don’t know how common that restriction is. It wasn’t completely clear to me if Mr. skibum currently holds a CDL or not. There is also paperwork that has to be submitted for any individual who rides along.
Yes, I have my CDL A with all endorsements besides passenger. This seems to be the theme and I understand why. Maybe I need to see if I can find an owner operator. Do you know if there’s a place on the site dedicated to owner/operators? Laura, another member mentioned that it hadn’t been too long for me off the road but my experience with drop hook is minimal since most experience was with a HAZMAT tanker that stayed attached. I’d like to get some experience without having to throw all my miles by the wayside. It seems pretty trivial but I’d like to just get in a truck and have a bit of a refresher because the work I did wasn’t standard CDL driving. I followed a helicopter around the country and then worked fires. I’m also female and don’t know a bunch of truck drivers. I know linemen but they’re no help getting up to speed on the practical work of everyday OTR drop hook driving. Thanks for any help.
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.
HAZMAT:
Hazardous Materials
Explosive, flammable, poisonous or otherwise potentially dangerous cargo. Large amounts of especially hazardous cargo are required to be placarded under HAZMAT regulations
OTR:
Over The Road
OTR driving normally means you'll be hauling freight to various customers throughout your company's hauling region. It often entails being gone from home for two to three weeks at a time.
Owner Operator:
An owner-operator is a driver who either owns or leases the truck they are driving. A self-employed driver.
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.
Most insurance companies will require the carrier to put yoy through some sort of training. I doubt you will be placed in a trucj right away without some sort of formal training. It seems like 6 months off the truck is the point where insurance companies will require this, owner op or not.
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I’ve had my CDL with all my endorsements for 5 years. Trucks have changed and I haven’t been OTR in 1.5 years. Funny, I only drove manual transmissions. You’d think automatic would be a breeze. I’m just a bit rusty and would really appreciate someone explaining the new fancy trucks. I need a bit of hands on experience since it’s been a awhile but I’m sure I’ll pick everything right back up. I’m in Ohio and willing to meet a kind hearted person who’d help a trucker out. I need to get back out on the road. My experience has been mostly HAZMAT with tankers. I’ve done some standard trailers with drop hook but I’d like to be reminded if there’s anyone out there. Thanks!!
CDL:
Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
A CDL is required to drive any of the following vehicles:
HAZMAT:
Hazardous Materials
Explosive, flammable, poisonous or otherwise potentially dangerous cargo. Large amounts of especially hazardous cargo are required to be placarded under HAZMAT regulations
OTR:
Over The Road
OTR driving normally means you'll be hauling freight to various customers throughout your company's hauling region. It often entails being gone from home for two to three weeks at a time.