Filling Out Applications

So I passed my CDL test with 40 days left of school, no complaints new class has already started so I get to pack a lunch and go for a six hour drive love it. We have recruiters coming in to give there spleal, been great. My question is this I went to do the application on TT to get it out to as many as possible, the question on DUI/DWI I had 2 infractions 28 years ago, for the past 10 years I've had one ticket. As for the DUI/DWI do I mark yes or no on the application, the school I'm in asked for a life time driving record, I'm not trying to hide it, it's out there, but if I do not have to talk about it I prefer not to. Now Who's Hiring?

If the question is have you EVER been convicted of a DUI/DWI, I would answer yes, and put the dates. If you answer no, and they come up, you are screwed. Just be honest. 28 years is a long time ago!

Typically, companies want you to start applying when you're at least 30 days out from getting your CDL. That means closer to the start of that 30 day count down, not towards the end when you're just about to get your license.

You will have to answer yes to any DUI questions, if you have a DUI, no matter how long ago. You're going to want to speak to recruiters over the phone because your app might get flagged for multiple DUIs. Hopefully there will be a grace period for you, although a lot of companies have a zero hire policy for multiple DUIs. Start making as many phone calls as you can.

Thanks Tractor Man such as life stupid is what stupid does I was already leaning in that direction but I think I'll wait till this Tuesday to fill it out i do my endorsements fingerprinted for haz mat etc. Be safe

If the question is have you EVER been convicted of a DUI/DWI, I would answer yes, and put the dates. If you answer no, and they come up, you are screwed. Just be honest. 28 years is a long time ago!

So I passed my CDL test with 40 days left of school, no complaints new class has already started so I get to pack a lunch and go for a six hour drive love it. We have recruiters coming in to give there spleal, been great. My question is this I went to do the application on TT to get it out to as many as possible, the question on DUI/DWI I had 2 infractions 28 years ago, for the past 10 years I've had one ticket. As for the DUI/DWI do I mark yes or no on the application, the school I'm in asked for a life time driving record, I'm not trying to hide it, it's out there, but if I do not have to talk about it I prefer not to. Now Who's Hiring?

Yea I've spoke with some recruiters they have been positive about it, as in it should not be a problem. I still have 40 days of school so just starting to do the process of applying. Still need to decided OTR or Local I'm 55 and would like to finish out my working career doing something I enjoy

Thanks Tractor Man such as life stupid is what stupid does I was already leaning in that direction but I think I'll wait till this Tuesday to fill it out i do my endorsements fingerprinted for haz mat etc. Be safe

If the question is have you EVER been convicted of a DUI/DWI, I would answer yes, and put the dates. If you answer no, and they come up, you are screwed. Just be honest. 28 years is a long time ago!

So I passed my CDL test with 40 days left of school, no complaints new class has already started so I get to pack a lunch and go for a six hour drive love it. We have recruiters coming in to give there spleal, been great. My question is this I went to do the application on TT to get it out to as many as possible, the question on DUI/DWI I had 2 infractions 28 years ago, for the past 10 years I've had one ticket. As for the DUI/DWI do I mark yes or no on the application, the school I'm in asked for a life time driving record, I'm not trying to hide it, it's out there, but if I do not have to talk about it I prefer not to. Now Who's Hiring?