Companies That Do Not Require OTR Experience
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I am at a crossroad here. I am applying to all these companies but they all want OTR experience. What companies out there will hire someone with no OTR experience so I can obtain that experience? Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
Hi Jason. It would help if you could be more detailed about yourself. What is your location? Do you already have a CDL-A? Are you in a position to drive OTR for a full year to get started? Have you submitted your application through the link here on this site?
The more info you supply about yourself, the better advice you will get.Apply For Paid CDL TrainingApply For Truck Driving Jobs
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.
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.
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.
At one time or another we all have looked for the "Experience Tree". Many companies take on the responsibility of training newbies on how to be a safe trucker. Besides applying through the links BK posted, look for the term Recent Grads in truck hiring ads. Try going to your local search engine and search for "CDL recent grads". Just be wary of the links that show up, and do your research on them.
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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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I am at a crossroad here. I am applying to all these companies but they all want OTR experience. What companies out there will hire someone with no OTR experience so I can obtain that experience? Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
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.