Felon Fresh Out Of Prison Looking For A GOOD Company Paid Training That Will Accept Me....

Hey, guys.. Im a 37/F that just got out of prison in March and am looking for a good paying company in the Dallas Ft Worth area that will accept me even though Im fresh out of prison.. I did take a CDL class while in prison but now that Im out it seems that most of the companies dont accept felons with felonies unless theyre 7-10 years old... I defintely want something with paid training and paid class time as well if available.. my charge was possesion w/intent... Any suggestions on a good company that will take me? All help is appreciated..

Hello Amanda.

You already know this, but you're in a tough spot. Don't limit yourself further by restricting yourself to companies in the Dallas Fort Worth area. I've never been employed by a trucking company near my home area. I live in Texas and have worked for two companies, both of which were headquartered in other states. One was in Nashville, Tennessee, and the other in Phoenix, Arizona. Location isn't critical.

Your charges are not looked on kindly by most trucking companies. You've got an uphill struggle. There are some companies that might hire you, but there's certainly no real positive chances this early into your release.

I'm hoping this list of trucking companies might give you some places to apply to. Go through it and see if anyone might give you a shot.

Trucking Companies Hiring Felons

Stay in contact with us, we are hoping we can help.

Also, you might try Western Express, Dutch Maid, and Trans Am.

You don't need to limit yourself to companies that pay for your training. I understand the need for some cash flow, but you are going to be very limited. Take any offer you get and go with it. Figure out a way to make it happen without breaking the law. Then stick it out for one full year. That one year commitment will serve you well. Even with your felony, you'll find more acceptance from recruiters once you've established a year in with one company.