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That's actually a good idea, Ive done those before for other things. I may just do one and add it to the mix. Thanks Scott O.

Imma add that it also depends on the company... Some will make you sign a affidavit stating you was unemployed for x amount of time...

I see, yes that does make sense, I understand now.

Thank you for the time and advice Old School.

Does anyone have advice on flatbed company's with a refresher course?

I looked at Western Express, they require a 9 month contract and of course 25k miles team with another driver from the class. Not fun, but doable. Not trying to sling mud at anyone but I am a little put off by their reputation though.

I know most problems the driver has in this industry are self inflicted. If for example you juggle sharp knives for a living it does no good to complain about bloody fingers.

Ok, three letters it is. Thanks Ernie.

I have close to 15 years exp, mostly flatbed OTR , regional , and local. No tickets etc, no arrest record. This was from 1992 to 2007. I lost my real estate business in 2009 and have been sailing around Florida on a boat ever since. Its a cheap way to live but now I want to start over and get back to work etc, and have been hitting a wall.

Paul,

Same answer we gave Dale, it would be best if you get at least 3 letters (and have them notarized) explaining what you have been doing. These letters can be from friends/neighbors/relatives as long as they are willing to vouch for your whereabouts during that time. It does not matter that you have been out of work for such a long time, what matters is that you can account for all that time.

Ernie

why wont companys hire u if u been out work for 3 yrs? cant find jobs any help out there?

Hello everyone, I know this is a year old but since it is still very relevant I wanted to continue it.

This is my first post here. So anyway I am in the same situation as Dale here, and after reading this I now know why. So thank you for that.

Now, my question is this, does anyone have an example of what the letter should say? Is one sufficient, say from my sister?

Also what about credit reports, do they have any effect?

I have close to 15 years exp, mostly flatbed OTR, regional, and local. No tickets etc, no arrest record. This was from 1992 to 2007. I lost my real estate business in 2009 and have been sailing around Florida on a boat ever since. Its a cheap way to live but now I want to start over and get back to work etc, and have been hitting a wall.