Hi, I just came across this forum while searching for answers on whether I should buy a truck with no experience. I recently obtained my CDLs. I've had them for 2 months now. I am feeling sad because I can't find a job that doesn't require me to be OTR (Over The Road). I would love to go on the road, but I can't do it right now. I am available for any holiday weeks or the entire summer, as I have a child who lives at home but goes with his other parents for the holidays and summer vacation. I live in a different city than my family and the other family, and I don't know anyone here, so I don't have a sitter. I found a job, but they mostly operate Class B vehicles and it involves a lot of manual labor. That's fine, but they're only paying $23.00 per hour. I barely drive; mostly, we're at job sites dealing with chemicals, etc. I have money saved to buy my own truck, and I can also sell one of my cars to pay for any other expenses if I ever hit rock bottom. I am looking for anyone who is willing to let me work with them. I can pull from the ports, etc., or any company that will hire me for Class A. I can operate manual trucks as well. My plan is to get on with any company for the summer and work with them throughout the entire season. Do you think I made a mistake getting my CDL? Everyone is asking for 6 months to 2 years of experience.
New CDL HOLDER IN SAVANNAH AREA
Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by justwanttotruck, Nov 3, 2023.
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GOOD news: You've come to the right "place". Lots of good camaraderie & helpful, experienced drivers here!
BAD news: The overall market stinks out loud right now -- particularly for new drivers, with little or no experience.
My "vote" on your question above is: at this point -- you really don't know what trucking is truly like -- or even if you will actually like it, or not (since you haven't done any, yet).
Thus -- find out, first -- BEFORE you go to the incredible trouble & expense of getting your own tractor.
Start out with a reputable "starter" carrier (the above post offers worthy examples) -- that is set up to train/groom guys like you -- with a formal, proven, time-tested training program.
Otherwise -- you're really just doing a wonderful job of beating yourself up.
Last I checked -- that was/is NO FUN.
-- Ljustwanttotruck Thanks this. -
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Prime Inc. has a tank wash in Savannah.
Maybe get a job there. With that CDL , when the time is right, maybe start pulling food-grade tankers.
Savannah, GA - Prime In-House - Prime Trucking …
Prime's Tank Wash associates help to maintain cleanliness and safety of our tanker units. US-GA-Savannah. Number of openings: 1. Tank Wash. Explore Current Openings. Visit Our Facility. We look forward to seeing …
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