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Okay well now bring my second question cause i would like to get everything to have a smooth transition i live in Massachusetts how dining go about getting hazmat and twic card. ? Idk if brett will know or if anyone will know this part is new to me if someone can help in steps and sights to go to rmv in mass are absolutely no help

Spencer,

I don't know if they still doing the same way, but about a year ago when I applied for my permit in Mass I asked them (rmv) if I could do the hazmat written test before applying for the background test. They said I could, however my permit would not come with the hazmat endorsement. After I passed all the written tests which by the way is cheaper to apply for all endorsements all at once than later after you get your CDL $10 per endorsement instead of $30 they issued me a passing certificate for the hazmat portion and also issued me a permit separate. I was told to bring both after cleared from background check and passed the driving portion so they could issued me my CDL .

I live in Massachusetts we have one of the hardest dmv test for u cdl im sure u guys know this so im about 5 weekends out of 10 dont I've learned all the maneuvers I've been told im doing really good on the road I've got a handle of the ally dock lane change and straight back but i can't seem to get blind side and sight side parellel park does anyone have any pointers on this?

Hi spencer,

I'm also from Massachusetts and I got my CDL A back in August 2014, So all the maneuvers are still a bit fresh in my mind. The key for me to learn parallel parking was to use the cones as reference that's how I was taught It's hard to explain with words. I think will be easier for you if you watch some videos or others practicing those maneuvers at school, or ask the instructors the keys to nail it. Good luck!

LTL Paid Training

Not sure if I've included this info already. I did a quick scan throughout my thread and didn't see anything. Anybody researching trucking as a career will eventually realize that there are lots of companies willing to pay for CDL A training. As with most things trucking, most people new to the industry are just aware of the major truckload companies. Some companies only pay for student training, meaning that you already have to have a CDL A from a trucking school (e.g. Crete / Shaffer or Schneider). Other companies will pay for your time when earning your CDL A, plus the training period (e.g. Prime).

Most of the truckload companies don't actually pay for your time while earning your CDL A. Most of them pay you a smaller amount during your training.

Believe it or not, there are LTL companies that will hire prospective drivers off the streets, pay them during the time it takes to earn their CDL A, and then train them. A lot of veteran drivers still think it takes a few years to even get their foot in the door as an experienced driver. This is not the case anymore. I'll repeat that as often as I need to - times have changed. There are LTL companies that will hire student drivers with their CDL A, and people off the street that don't even have a CDL A yet.

I know of two companies that will hire people off the street to earn their CDL A. ABF and Old Dominion. There might be more. I thought that was important info to share, since most folks are only aware of the truckload companies and their company-sponsored schooling. LTL has it too, and like all things LTL, you've just gotta be in the right location where there's a terminal nearby.

6 string rithym, I'd like to add another LTL company that have their own driving school " A Duie Pyle" I work for them as a P&D driver I attended their school in West Chester, PA. They paid for my hotel, the gas I spent going back and forth from Massachusetts where I live and work and still got a $500 weekly paycheck for 8 weeks. It's a great program for anyone willing to work hard as local P&D driver. If anyone need more info let me know. Sorry! I didn't mean to hijack your thread 6 rithym.