Local Exp To Regional
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Only one problem i only have local experience 3 years and counting and no one really wants to use that as any type of experience
Are you sure this is the only problem?
I'm asking because just five months ago you told us this...
Hey, i had a few incidents with two separate companies all my employer verification is putting down that i had these incidents. I am having a really hard time finding work... two were backing related and one caught a tree on trailer.
We always teach people about these problems of starting local. I've just recently been in a conversation with "Slim" over this very issue. I hope he reads this and sees what I'm stressing to him.
Huzul, what is the real issue? Is it your lack of experience, or your accidents that are holding you back? I think it's that you started local, got into some accidents, and now your done. We see it all the time. We try to help people avoid this black hole, but some people think they know better than us. It's really just as frustrating for us as it is for you. We work really hard to give you guys solid advice. Some of you benefit from it, while others ignore it. Both groups eventually find out how valuable it was.
Wow its like that all i see on these forums is you guys not giving advice but how the people asking for advice are getting told how much of **** ups we are... accidents happen i never said that i was perfect but that stuff happens and none have happened since then. but thanks for giving me the best advice i could have that i don't need to be here on trucking truth because apparently its a toxic place to be.
Puhleez, tell me what I said that was toxic! All I did was quote you. I assumed you wanted our help, both then and now.
I'm trying to help you. Anytime you want to fix something you have to identify the problem. You haven't done that yet. That's why you're having no success.
I was also hoping your issues would help illustrate what I've been stressing to Slim. This is a serious issue - you know that well. It would be great if you could help us show the pitfalls of taking a high risk approach to starting a trucking career.
Hey guys, i know i haven't been on here in a min but i feel like the local thing isn't really working for me anymore. I want to venture out and see what this regional/otr thing is all about. Only one problem i only have local experience 3 years and counting and no one really wants to use that as any type of experience any ideas? I really want to do regional or something similar what companies can i go to for possibilities of getting hired with what i have in regards to exp?
Since Old School brought it up, have you looked at your DAC report? Order it and see what's on it. HireRight Link
Then go to the job link in the menu (the 3 bars above left) and submit the application. Talk with everyone that contacts you....don't leap at the first one.
Laura
Regional:
Regional Route
Usually refers to a driver hauling freight within one particular region of the country. You might be in the "Southeast Regional Division" or "Midwest Regional". Regional route drivers often get home on the weekends which is one of the main appeals for this type of route.
OTR:
Over The Road
OTR driving normally means you'll be hauling freight to various customers throughout your company's hauling region. It often entails being gone from home for two to three weeks at a time.
BMI:
Body mass index (BMI)
BMI is a formula that uses weight and height to estimate body fat. For most people, BMI provides a reasonable estimate of body fat. The BMI's biggest weakness is that it doesn't consider individual factors such as bone or muscle mass. BMI may:
- Underestimate body fat for older adults or other people with low muscle mass
- Overestimate body fat for people who are very muscular and physically fit
It's quite common, especially for men, to fall into the "overweight" category if you happen to be stronger than average. If you're pretty strong but in good shape then pay no attention.
DAC:
Drive-A-Check Report
A truck drivers DAC report will contain detailed information about their job history of the last 10 years as a CDL driver (as required by the DOT).
It may also contain your criminal history, drug test results, DOT infractions and accident history. The program is strictly voluntary from a company standpoint, but most of the medium-to-large carriers will participate.
Most trucking companies use DAC reports as part of their hiring and background check process. It is extremely important that drivers verify that the information contained in it is correct, and have it fixed if it's not.
My dac is spotless nothing bad that’s why I was saying these companies are full of it all that’s on there is who has done pulled my records and done drug tests nothing else
DAC:
Drive-A-Check Report
A truck drivers DAC report will contain detailed information about their job history of the last 10 years as a CDL driver (as required by the DOT).
It may also contain your criminal history, drug test results, DOT infractions and accident history. The program is strictly voluntary from a company standpoint, but most of the medium-to-large carriers will participate.
Most trucking companies use DAC reports as part of their hiring and background check process. It is extremely important that drivers verify that the information contained in it is correct, and have it fixed if it's not.
that’s why I was saying these companies are full of it
So, these companies are lying? Are you now trying to claim you didn't have these accidents? The DAC is not some third party research group that reports accidents when they happen. The companies you've worked for can choose to report to DAC or not. Just because they choose not to doesn't mean the accidents didn't occur.
DAC:
Drive-A-Check Report
A truck drivers DAC report will contain detailed information about their job history of the last 10 years as a CDL driver (as required by the DOT).
It may also contain your criminal history, drug test results, DOT infractions and accident history. The program is strictly voluntary from a company standpoint, but most of the medium-to-large carriers will participate.
Most trucking companies use DAC reports as part of their hiring and background check process. It is extremely important that drivers verify that the information contained in it is correct, and have it fixed if it's not.
OOS:
When a violation by either a driver or company is confirmed, an out-of-service order removes either the driver or the vehicle from the roadway until the violation is corrected.
Wow, talk about hitting a nerve, right? It's funny when you probe at someone a little bit to find the real issue. When you find it, they tend to explode like they've been electrocuted!
Question: How are you feeling?
Answer: Fine
Question: How is your relationship?
Answer: Fine
Question: Have you been exercising?
Answer: **** you, you ******* piece of ****! Shove it up your **** ******* ***!
Huzul, all you can really do is apply like crazy and see who will give you an opportunity:
You can use our application or you can scroll down and enter your zip code to do a full search.
Your DAC is far from the only way large carriers will search your records. They will dig things up you wouldn't believe. So be honest. Just tell it like it is and see who gives you a shot.
This will be a tough time to change jobs. Some people are running real hard while others are struggling to get miles or have been furloughed.
DAC:
Drive-A-Check Report
A truck drivers DAC report will contain detailed information about their job history of the last 10 years as a CDL driver (as required by the DOT).
It may also contain your criminal history, drug test results, DOT infractions and accident history. The program is strictly voluntary from a company standpoint, but most of the medium-to-large carriers will participate.
Most trucking companies use DAC reports as part of their hiring and background check process. It is extremely important that drivers verify that the information contained in it is correct, and have it fixed if it's not.
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Hey guys, i know i haven't been on here in a min but i feel like the local thing isn't really working for me anymore. I want to venture out and see what this regional/otr thing is all about. Only one problem i only have local experience 3 years and counting and no one really wants to use that as any type of experience any ideas? I really want to do regional or something similar what companies can i go to for possibilities of getting hired with what i have in regards to exp?
Regional:
Regional Route
Usually refers to a driver hauling freight within one particular region of the country. You might be in the "Southeast Regional Division" or "Midwest Regional". Regional route drivers often get home on the weekends which is one of the main appeals for this type of route.
OTR:
Over The Road
OTR driving normally means you'll be hauling freight to various customers throughout your company's hauling region. It often entails being gone from home for two to three weeks at a time.