Profile For DriveTime

Thank you both Davy and Old School. I'll look at Knight, as for Cypress, that was one of the companies top on my list since they are right here and I wanted to get into Flatbed. One of their questions that the recruiter asked me was why did I leave the company I drove for back in 2018, which was Celadon. I was honest about it, which now I am regretting I mentioned it. It's not on my driving record, but I was in a minor accident, while I was in training, I was given an option to quit or wait for the decision to be made from the company. I was doing bad financially as I didn't plan as I should have at the time and I did not want to wait to be fired, so I quit. It's not even on my MVR ( which I have a copy of ) because it was non-reportable. I didn't receive a ticket, points were not taken, or anything and this was back at in 2018. The recruiter originally stated I needed to provide evidence of the situation, when I called back today actually to inquire about more info, I was told my application was denied because I wouldn't be a good fit for the company. Not sure what to do at this point, almost feel like I shouldn't have mentioned it. Was hoping for Cypress because they provide a training program and hire specifically for FL drivers.

BK, Thanks, that would be fine with me as well. I was hoping I could be out 3-5 weeks, I'd be alright with that to get going. Currently just having no luck with any companies. I have applied to majority of the ones recommended here on the site with driver training programs. As soon as I mention FL, I'm getting turned away. I also advised that I don't mind not getting home often. Do you have any companies that you can recommend me to call and apply too, I have applied to Stevens, Schneider, TMC, Melton, waiting on a call back from Swift currently. Thank you again.

Thank you for your reply and insight BK! That does give me peace of mind. As far as getting home time, I'd be totally fine with what you mentioned. I don't have a complete family of my own yet, I do have my fiancee and two pups here. I know I have to grind it out this first year or so and put my time in so things will open up, that's okay with me. There are quite a bit of good jobs here in FL and in my area, but the good jobs require 2 years or more exp. I have a few places I am going to call tomorrow and I will mention that I don't need home time and I just want experience. I would be fine with a company that is outside of Florida too if it gets my foot in the door.

Thank you, yeah I was reading it is harder to land a job in FL, but I am up for getting a job else where. I did the application as you recommended. I used my parent's address as well as they live on the FL and GA line. I am hoping that makes a difference. I also have a disqualify on my license because I did not get my DOT physical in time. I didn't know that I had to keep it up to date. I got a copy of my MVR record and it does show on the MVR that I had a disqualified license because of my failed to file med cert. I got pulled over and the next day I got it handled. It's not a moving violation, so I am hoping it does not affect me with jobs. On my applications I am also putting that I have not had a suspended license because it shows it was disqualified NOT suspended. This whole time I have had a clean driving record and a consistant working for the past 10 years. My personal record is also spotless, would suck if this would be the reason I couldn't get a job. Any insight on this, thanks again, I really appreciate it

Hey there! I am currently looking to get back into the trucking industry. My personal driving record and personal record are spotless. I was involved in a minor accident during training with my first company I drove for back in 18, received no ticket or points on my license. I still have my CDL with my doubles/triples and tanker endorsement. I got my license at the end of 2018, but haven't driven a truck since. I graduated school and went to a company and had a bad pretty bad experience with the company. Now I am kicking my self in the foot because I should have just went with another company. Now I am having a hard time getting back into the industry because I need training, which I want, but I already have my CDL. I also live in Florida, so my options are limited, at least it seems that way.

I have tried to communicate with a few companies but have not gained any traction. Does any one have any recommendations on companies that provide training for someone that does have their CDL but, also needs training as a new driver? I was considering calling TMC, Roehl, Wilson's, and Schneider. I called Melton and was told I need a refresher course before I could be considered. I was hoping to get into flatbed because I know that could open more doors for me down the road, but I also can't be choosy at this point. Thank you for any guidance and help here!