Profile For JOCELYN B.

Well so far my out of forum research tells me that Stevens is a crapbag job. Im now considering also calling swift. I Will keep you posted on the advances of my research.

Jocelyn, welcome to the forum!

I just couldn't let that statement go without a response. If you do any internet research on just about any trucking company you will only come to the conclusion that they are all "crapbag" jobs. I happen to work for one of those "crapbag" companies, and well, let's see - I had 3,677 miles on today's paycheck, oh and I just got dispatched on a job with 1400 miles, and when I sent in my loaded call and started rolling they sent me a pre-plan load with a 2,400 mile load on it - yep these guys suck, but for some reason they sure do treat me good!

Jocelyn, your age is not a problem. I started this as a second career at the age of fifty three, and the very week that I got hired they also hired a man who was 72! The only problem you are going to have is if you believe all that drivel on the internet about trucking companies. Your success at this business lies in your own willingness to succeed. Trucking is a serious career for serious people who understand that it's not easy, and there is no one out here to hold your hand when you get yourself in trouble. It takes a fiercely independent person who can stand on their own two feet. The problem with all those internet reviews is that they are all written by people who couldn't take the heat so they bailed out of the kitchen. The people who are out there making a living day in and day out aren't sitting around writing internet reviews, they are busy making money and turning their wheels. They haven't got the time or the inclination to write sweet little stories about how great it is to be working here or there.

Trust me on this one truth. If you want to succeed at this career then you can. I absolutely don't care where you take your start at. All these companies want to have is a driver who will take the bull by the horns and make things happen out there. If you think you've got that type of mentality then you will do well at Stephens, or Schneider, or Swift, or Prime, or even Western Express.

Im am so sorry for seeming to insult your employer. Like you I am extremely loyal to whomever pays or loves me.....

And I can definitely take any bull by any damn horn! Thanks for the heart felt truth....

Well so far my out of forum research tells me that Stevens is a crapbag job. Im now considering also calling swift. I Will keep you posted on the advances of my research.

Jocelyn, welcome to the forum!

I just couldn't let that statement go without a response. If you do any internet research on just about any trucking company you will only come to the conclusion that they are all "crapbag" jobs. I happen to work for one of those "crapbag" companies, and well, let's see - I had 3,677 miles on today's paycheck, oh and I just got dispatched on a job with 1400 miles, and when I sent in my loaded call and started rolling they sent me a pre-plan load with a 2,400 mile load on it - yep these guys suck, but for some reason they sure do treat me good!

Jocelyn, your age is not a problem. I started this as a second career at the age of fifty three, and the very week that I got hired they also hired a man who was 72! The only problem you are going to have is if you believe all that drivel on the internet about trucking companies. Your success at this business lies in your own willingness to succeed. Trucking is a serious career for serious people who understand that it's not easy, and there is no one out here to hold your hand when you get yourself in trouble. It takes a fiercely independent person who can stand on their own two feet. The problem with all those internet reviews is that they are all written by people who couldn't take the heat so they bailed out of the kitchen. The people who are out there making a living day in and day out aren't sitting around writing internet reviews, they are busy making money and turning their wheels. They haven't got the time or the inclination to write sweet little stories about how great it is to be working here or there.

Trust me on this one truth. If you want to succeed at this career then you can. I absolutely don't care where you take your start at. All these companies want to have is a driver who will take the bull by the horns and make things happen out there. If you think you've got that type of mentality then you will do well at Stephens, or Schneider, or Swift, or Prime, or even Western Express.

Im am so sorry for seeming to insult your employer. Like you I am extremely loyal to whomever pays or loves me.....

Well so far my out of forum research tells me that Stevens is a crapbag job. Im now considering also calling swift. I Will keep you posted on the advances of my research. I am very computer adept and could give a lot of valuable independant info on each schooling. My concern is my age. Should this concern me at all. Do trucking companies not hire newbys at my age?

Jocelyn,

Number one, your age is not an issue - that was my first concern as well when I came to this forum. There are all kinds of successful women of all ages driving today. I will make one recommendation to you and that is to check out the company sponsored program at Prime, Inc. It's true I drive for them so I cannot compare to other companies but that does not change the following: 1. I have seen many women come through the training program successfully, 2. Prime pays really well for new drivers (better than most) and 3. Prime seems to make a real effort to support a variety of different people in their effort to crack this job market like the fact that they don't expect you to pay for the tuition unless you don't stay for a full year with them. No "deductions" while you are working for them to cover tuition. Also, keep utilizing this forum to educate yourself about this industry and ask lots of questions and seek lots of advice. Utilize the training available here as well and get your CDL-A permit BEFORE you go to any school or company sponsored program. If you really want to be a trucker, you can. And remarkable quickly if you go through a company sponsored training program. Good luck,

Jopa

Thakns Jopa, Honestly Prime does seem to suit my immediate needs. I will call them first! Why do you suggest I obtain the permit first?

OK here goes. I have to call this company today. (06-20-14) I am 48yo single femaleand want and have always wanted to be a trucker. Can I get some fast opinions on this company. I have a driver referral from Stevens so its more than likely they will pick me up. I lost my job 3 mths ago and am BROKE. 1. is it a good company. 2. hair follicle testing. Im a bleach blonde does that effect the follicle testing! I was told my test will be negative for everything, including LIFE! lol 3. any info or experiences would be greatly appreciated. I am only looking for free cdl training. Need company thats good. At my age I dont have a long time to waste.

Well so far my out of forum research tells me that Stevens is a crapbag job. Im now considering also calling swift. I Will keep you posted on the advances of my research. I am very computer adept and could give a lot of valuable independant info on each schooling. My concern is my age. Should this concern me at all. Do trucking companies not hire newbys at my age?

OK here goes. I have to call this company today. (06-20-14) I am 48yo single femaleand want and have always wanted to be a trucker. Can I get some fast opinions on this company. I have a driver referral from Stevens so its more than likely they will pick me up. I lost my job 3 mths ago and am BROKE. 1. is it a good company. 2. hair follicle testing. Im a bleach blonde does that effect the follicle testing! I was told my test will be negative for everything, including LIFE! lol 3. any info or experiences would be greatly appreciated. I am only looking for free cdl training. Need company thats good. At my age I dont have a long time to waste.