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Feb 23, best paying trucking jobs

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 01:26:04 GMT

any trucking jobs paying above $70,000

Feb 22, In bradenton, fl need part time trucking job for 5yr experienced driver randy mead.

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 23:15:54 GMT

got 5yrs otr looking to drive 2 wks a month, call 941-792-1087 thks. no tickets or accidents, email rmead4444@gmail.co

Feb 22, Can I still drive otr with a felony battery

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 23:09:24 GMT

I had a violent felony charge in late 2009 felony battery. I still have my cdl's but haven't drove a truck since 2008. Can I still be hired with this

Feb 22, Are their any o/o that are looking for a flat bed driver in Katy or Houston,Tx.n

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 23:08:20 GMT

I am a rookie only been driving about 6 months. Hoping to find someone that needs a driver with flatbed experience to run intrastate. Have hauled pipe,containers,no

Feb 22, Would like to drive for a couple of weeks and then off for a week in ATL

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 23:07:34 GMT

I drive for for western express, but I am 59. Not interested in being over the road all of the time. Love to drive but cherish my home time. Would like

Feb 22, Paradise Ca. trucker Aaron T.Davis

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 13:49:56 GMT

Hi I got my Class A from CR England did the lease thing thin did the take on a student thing. Student drove the wrong way then he didn't want to drive

Feb 22, What is Holding You Back?

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 04:12:35 GMT

Time for a renewal of those resolutions. Keep moving forward, get it in and get it done. What were your goals? Why do you have them? Well I guess with those reasons to motivate you, there is every reason to keep it moving towards the goals you have.

Feb 22, Hazmat endorsement back grounds checks

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 02:48:12 GMT

I am studying for my CDL-A-B, with all the endorsements. I just found out that I would have to go though a finger print and back ground check for the Hazmat.

Feb 21, I am an O/O looking for a truck driver in Atlanta Ga

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 22:47:09 GMT

I need some one with at least 5 years OTR experience. Wit Doubles and Hazmat endorsements. Please feel free to call me at 770-883-7793 and ask for Amanda.

Feb 21, I love this life as a trucker's wife!!!

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 16:56:50 GMT

My husband and I are both 43. I have two grown kids and he has a 12 yr old that lives with us. He is gone all week but comes in most weekends. I teach

Feb 21, Will I get a suspended license for failing a pre-hire drug test

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 16:55:03 GMT

If I failed a pre-hire drug test. Is D.O.T. gonna suspend my cdl

Feb 21, Choosing a Trucking Company

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 14:11:12 GMT

People are always wanting to know what is the best trucking company for new drivers. The reality is that new drivers will have limited options. Don't feel so bad though, even experienced drivers can't realistically be told what trucking company is the best for them. Where you live comes in to play as part of the determining factor. If you stay somewhere that a trucking company doesn't often travel through, getting home regular would be a challenge. That same trucking company might serve the area where another drivers lives at on the regular. Which means he/she will get by the house without even putting in for home time. There are other important things to consider based on your specific situation. Here are a few questions to ask trucking companies.

What type of benefits are offered
Is there a company policy in place on how often to get a driver home? What is max. time out?
What is the time out to days off ratio?
Do you pay for lay over?
Is there a guarantee on mileage per month?
How many mile does your average driver run in the first year?
What is the average pay for 1st year drivers? 2nd, 3rd?

The answer to some of these questions may be eye openers to you. You may find that you are not going to get what you expected from any trucking company, especially as a new driver. Relax, we all have to pay our dues. If you are the right type of person, trucking is still a great career. What you will be able to do with this feedback, is make a reasonable decision on what company is best suited for you depending on your specific needs. Oh yeah, one last thing. Out of the trucking companies that you are left to choose from, visit a truck stop and talk to drivers who work for that company and get their personal feedback about how they are treated. Do realize though, no company is perfect and you will have to deal with some unpleasant things to get started in this career unless there is an overhaul in the industry over night. Which I doubt will occur. I hope that if you become a trucker, you will be a part of that change. Starts with being a good dependable driver, then we can make demands. More on that later. Best of luck, Hervy

Feb 21, a few more tips for new drivers

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 01:37:15 GMT

This is a great trucking web site keep up the good work. I have been trucking for 3years now and a lot of things that you talk about i can understand.

Feb 21, New trucking school graduate Brenda "Dolly" Davis out of Weatherford looking trucking companies that will hire rookies

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 01:27:48 GMT

I graduated from Weatherford College Truck Driving Academy on Feb 17, 2012, and I'm looking to find local work in the DFW, Wise or Parker County areas.

Feb 21, What companies will hire me with a hit-skip on my MVR?

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 01:25:15 GMT

I have a hit-skip on my MVR from 2009 that will be dropped in a couple of weeks. However, the suspension that came along with the accident doesn't come

Feb 20, I've had 3 preventable accidents in 12 months. am I still employable?

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 21:59:27 GMT

I've had 3 preventable accidents in 12 months. Am I employable as a driver?

Feb 20, If you have a running a red light on your mvr and 2 seat belt tickets on your record with four points will it be difficult to get hired.

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 21:58:10 GMT

chances of getting a trucking job will be low with a red light and seat belt violations.

Feb 20, Looking for truck driver training near The Willamette Valley.

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 21:50:37 GMT

I am looking for training. I have received my permit while learning at C.R. England. Boy, did I learn a lot. First, it was just rumors but, the longer

Feb 20, is it legal for someone to retread their on diesel tires ?

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 17:45:42 GMT

I am wondering how dangerous it is to re-thread your own tires. To me it would seem like a qualified person should be doing this. Am I right or wrong?

Feb 20, Driving used Peterbilt home to Oklahoma, what paperwork is needed to cross states

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 17:44:50 GMT

I purchased a 1984 Peterbilt from a guy in Kentucky and want to drive it home to Oklahoma. I have bill of sale and title and insurance. Will this be

Feb 20, can i get a job driving a dump truck in the mines in au if i have a speeding ticket?

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 12:12:02 GMT

I am wanting to know if I would still get hired to work as a dump truck driver in Australia mines if i have driving felonies such as speeding tickets??

Feb 20, 2003 Peterbilt 379EXHD

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 03:29:00 GMT

2003 PETERBILT 379 XHD,6 NZ CAT Motor 18 speed Transmission Jake Brakes American Class 70 Studio Sleeper with full size bed and fold down table Full

Feb 20, Please give me names of companies who will hire me with this one minor accident ina 30-year driving history.

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 01:10:55 GMT

I got a careless driving ticket in 10/2011 for a 5 mph rear end accident. I was fired and can't get rehired because of this accident. I have a B license

Feb 20, New Drivers Road Tips

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 01:05:17 GMT

New drivers road tips for sharing the road with big trucks. I want to help you make traveling safer for you and other highway users.

Feb 19, Choosing A Company

Sun, 19 Feb 2012 15:26:54 GMT

choosing a company means asking drivers about their satisfaction at their trucking jobs

Feb 18, Wanting partner in start up business have equipment need experienced driver

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 16:08:14 GMT

PLEASE CALL 6063050493 OR E MAIL 888lpony@ gmail.co

Feb 18, I want to buy a truck or two and lease them out and let someone else class A drive them, how do I go about it, what's needed?

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 02:59:50 GMT

Buying a truck or two, how to lease and let someone else drive? How does that work

Feb 18, Hi to all fellow truck driver;s an the staff at life as a trucker

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 01:17:21 GMT

HI FROM THE TRUCKER'S AN STAFF AT SILVERBULLIT TRUCKING We are just sending a happy new year and have a safe and good coming year. We are one of your

Feb 18, Saving money, cutting down on emissions

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 01:08:08 GMT

I know there are individual car owners, factories and trucking companies out their that are burning so much petroleum and putting raw fuel into the atmosphere

Feb 18, Too young to be hired by companies, is there ways around it?

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 01:03:33 GMT

I will be 20 in a few months and im itching to drive. I never drove a semi before, lol, but i want to real real bad. I know I can get a CDL right now

Feb 18, Can i get a CDL liscense if i take prescription narcotics,even though they are prescribed for me?Will that exclude me?

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 00:56:18 GMT

I am applying for a CDL to drive the public around,but i want to know if the prescription meds i take for my back will disqualify me? They are narcotics

Feb 17, A Lesson From A Truckers Life

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 21:53:24 GMT

A lesson from a truckers life that can be applied to anyones life. The story is entertaining but he principles are foundational life skills.

Feb 17, Inspiration For Facing Your Challenges

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 12:20:39 GMT

Overcoming challenges is hard sometimes. Here is some inpiration to help you face your challenging moments just when you thought you should give up.

Feb 17, A Trucker's Life - more interviews with truckers

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 03:49:25 GMT

Shalom Ahki: (Peace My Brother) I saw your video with the guy you were interviewing and he is right, COMMUNICATION IS EVERYTHING. All truckers are not

Feb 17, what can you do if you take a drug test and it come back with a false postive

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 03:47:37 GMT

i took a drug test and it came back false positive for meth. i was not asked if i was taking any kind of medication and i forgot to mention i had taken

Feb 16, Looking to get my CDL in AZ

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 19:37:56 GMT

I just wanted to say thanks for this site. Lots of good information, that I otherwise would never know of. Keep up the great work!

Feb 16, do people listed as a rider get paid too?

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 19:35:52 GMT

My boyfriends nephew is a truck driver for dollar general. My boyfriend told me he's on some kind of list as a rider. He says after this 5 day trip they've

Feb 16, what kind of permits are required when doing long distance hauling?

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 19:31:46 GMT

if i own my own truck, what kind of permits are required in order for me to take a load to another state

Feb 15, can my employer make me pay him back for fines he paid?

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 23:39:54 GMT

During my second week with the company I had a tire fly off the trailer which ended up with getting 5 tickets. 1 was for being overweight due to not

Feb 15, Pitfalls of OTR

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 21:58:41 GMT

My husband was OTR for three months. When he got home he called me and asked who was the strange lady in the yard. It was me. Gone so long he forgot what

Feb 15, can i own and drive for recreation a class 8 with a class c license?

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 05:12:57 GMT

I'd like to buy a friend's W900 since he's going out of business. I will have the truck customized and use it to pull my RV. I have a class c license and

Feb 15, how much is a ticket for driving without insurance on a 18 wheeler?

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 05:12:33 GMT

If you are driving with someone that is on the insurance but you decide to start driving and you are not on the insurance and you get stopped how much

Feb 15, david w robnett

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 04:59:19 GMT

i was convicted in 2026 for violation oh ar. hot check law which under ar. law is charged as a forgery if the check is for more than 100.oo$. since that

Feb 15, what kind of drug test stevens transport require

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 04:36:18 GMT

like a urine,saliva,are hai

Feb 15, something new to pack in his cooler

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 04:27:33 GMT

my husband has only been at this for a couple of months but i need some ideas on what to pack him.. Right now he has limited use of a microwave and only

Feb 14, How long will it be before I can drive in a saftey sensitive position after failing prehire dot drug test and starting sap?

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 18:55:35 GMT

I really want to know how long will I be out of truck driving. Or should I just give up my cdl

Feb 14, If I failed a swift pre hire drug test. How long will it take dot to get in touch with me?

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 03:20:33 GMT

I want to know if dot will contact me

Feb 14, I had two dui's in 2005 in my personal vehicle....will large trucking companies hire me now

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 00:22:00 GMT

I want to get my cdl's and I have been told that no large over the road company will hire me because I had two dui's in 2005. They were in my personal

Feb 13, does a failure to stop at a scale house ticket cause you to gain points on your license

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 23:07:48 GMT

I was ticketed in Minnesota for not stopping at a scale house and wonder if it will cause me to incur points on my drivers licens

Feb 13, what kind of battery does a big rig require?

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 23:06:09 GMT

Can a big rig truck use 4 batteries simultaneously