Intent To / Pre- Hire Letter
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Hi all. I have finally decided to follow my dream of becoming a driver. I have been unemployed for a short time and found out about WIA grants. Have any of you out there went that route? I like the idea of coming out on the other end not being tied down to one certain company as well as the ability to get a full endorsement CDL. But before I can even begin my training I have to get a pre-hire letter to turn in with the ret of my paper work. Has anyone else gone through this? Thanks!
Hey Kimberly, my name is Josh how are you? I actually just went that route myself. I found out about WIA program here in Georgia and went through all the tons of paperwork and and a few classes and workshops that were mandatory. I just finally completed everything last week, and found out I was approved. So I am about to start my training at a great technical college close to where I live in few weeks, and like you I'm very excited. For my requirements I didnt have to obtain a pre hire letter that was mandatory, but I did apply to get one from Schneider National. They are a great company and one of my top picks when I graduate. Especially for new entry level drivers. I hope everything goes great for you and getting your training, and if you have any questions I would be glad to pass along some of the things I have been learning and have found out. Take care and God bless!
CDL:
Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
A CDL is required to drive any of the following vehicles:
- Any combination of vehicles with a gross combined weight rating (GCWR) of 26,001 or more pounds, providing the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of the vehicle being towed is in excess of 10,000 pounds.
- Any single vehicle with a GVWR of 26,001 or more pounds, or any such vehicle towing another not in excess of 10,000 pounds.
- Any vehicle, regardless of size, designed to transport 16 or more persons, including the driver.
- Any vehicle required by federal regulations to be placarded while transporting hazardous materials.
Pre-hire:
What Exactly Is A Pre-Hire Letter?
Pre-hire letters are acceptance letters from trucking companies to students, or even potential students, to verify placement. The trucking companies are saying in writing that the student, or potential student, appears to meet the company's minimum hiring requirements and is welcome to attend their orientation at the company’s expense once he or she graduates from truck driving school and has their CDL in hand.
We have an excellent article that will help you Understand The Pre-Hire Process.
A Pre-Hire Letter Is Not A Guarantee Of Employment
The people that receive a pre-hire letter are people who meet the company's minimum hiring requirements, but it is not an employment contract. It is an invitation to orientation, and the orientation itself is a prerequisite to employment.
During the orientation you will get a physical, drug screen, and background check done. These and other qualifications must be met before someone in orientation is officially hired.
Pre Hire:
What Exactly Is A Pre-Hire Letter?
Pre-hire letters are acceptance letters from trucking companies to students, or even potential students, to verify placement. The trucking companies are saying in writing that the student, or potential student, appears to meet the company's minimum hiring requirements and is welcome to attend their orientation at the company’s expense once he or she graduates from truck driving school and has their CDL in hand.
We have an excellent article that will help you Understand The Pre-Hire Process.
A Pre-Hire Letter Is Not A Guarantee Of Employment
The people that receive a pre-hire letter are people who meet the company's minimum hiring requirements, but it is not an employment contract. It is an invitation to orientation, and the orientation itself is a prerequisite to employment.
During the orientation you will get a physical, drug screen, and background check done. These and other qualifications must be met before someone in orientation is officially hired.
I like the idea of coming out on the other end not being tied down to one certain company [...]
Keep in mind, most (probably all) of the trucking heavyweights (people that know the road) on here and other places recommend staying with your first company for at least a year because job hopping is bad. So, don't let the idea of "being tied down to one company" be what stops you from going to a company sponsored program if you don't get WIA. Just make sure to pick a company you think you'll like to begin with and put up with it for a year.
Hi all. I have finally decided to follow my dream of becoming a driver. I have been unemployed for a short time and found out about WIA grants. Have any of you out there went that route? I like the idea of coming out on the other end not being tied down to one certain company as well as the ability to get a full endorsement CDL. But before I can even begin my training I have to get a pre-hire letter to turn in with the ret of my paper work. Has anyone else gone through this? Thanks!
Hey Kimberly, my name is Josh how are you? I actually just went that route myself. I found out about WIA program here in Georgia and went through all the tons of paperwork and and a few classes and workshops that were mandatory. I just finally completed everything last week, and found out I was approved. So I am about to start my training at a great technical college close to where I live in few weeks, and like you I'm very excited. For my requirements I didnt have to obtain a pre hire letter that was mandatory, but I did apply to get one from Schneider National. They are a great company and one of my top picks when I graduate. Especially for new entry level drivers. I hope everything goes great for you and getting your training, and if you have any questions I would be glad to pass along some of the things I have been learning and have found out. Take care and God bless!
I'm so excited for you Josh! I sent out a couple of applications last night so fingers crossed. I am so anxious to get all of it done . lol. I just wasn't for sure if I needed to really detail the fact that I am trying to get into a training program and that a letter would be appreciated. Or if they would send a letter if they were interested. I wish you the best of luck Josh!
CDL:
Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
A CDL is required to drive any of the following vehicles:
- Any combination of vehicles with a gross combined weight rating (GCWR) of 26,001 or more pounds, providing the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of the vehicle being towed is in excess of 10,000 pounds.
- Any single vehicle with a GVWR of 26,001 or more pounds, or any such vehicle towing another not in excess of 10,000 pounds.
- Any vehicle, regardless of size, designed to transport 16 or more persons, including the driver.
- Any vehicle required by federal regulations to be placarded while transporting hazardous materials.
Pre-hire:
What Exactly Is A Pre-Hire Letter?
Pre-hire letters are acceptance letters from trucking companies to students, or even potential students, to verify placement. The trucking companies are saying in writing that the student, or potential student, appears to meet the company's minimum hiring requirements and is welcome to attend their orientation at the company’s expense once he or she graduates from truck driving school and has their CDL in hand.
We have an excellent article that will help you Understand The Pre-Hire Process.
A Pre-Hire Letter Is Not A Guarantee Of Employment
The people that receive a pre-hire letter are people who meet the company's minimum hiring requirements, but it is not an employment contract. It is an invitation to orientation, and the orientation itself is a prerequisite to employment.
During the orientation you will get a physical, drug screen, and background check done. These and other qualifications must be met before someone in orientation is officially hired.
Pre Hire:
What Exactly Is A Pre-Hire Letter?
Pre-hire letters are acceptance letters from trucking companies to students, or even potential students, to verify placement. The trucking companies are saying in writing that the student, or potential student, appears to meet the company's minimum hiring requirements and is welcome to attend their orientation at the company’s expense once he or she graduates from truck driving school and has their CDL in hand.
We have an excellent article that will help you Understand The Pre-Hire Process.
A Pre-Hire Letter Is Not A Guarantee Of Employment
The people that receive a pre-hire letter are people who meet the company's minimum hiring requirements, but it is not an employment contract. It is an invitation to orientation, and the orientation itself is a prerequisite to employment.
During the orientation you will get a physical, drug screen, and background check done. These and other qualifications must be met before someone in orientation is officially hired.
I like the idea of coming out on the other end not being tied down to one certain company [...]
Keep in mind, most (probably all) of the trucking heavyweights (people that know the road) on here and other places recommend staying with your first company for at least a year because job hopping is bad. So, don't let the idea of "being tied down to one company" be what stops you from going to a company sponsored program if you don't get WIA. Just make sure to pick a company you think you'll like to begin with and put up with it for a year.
Hi Jessica. Thanks for the advice and replying. What route did you go to get your CDL? I definitely don't want to job hop for sure. I just want to make sure the company and I are a right fit. What I meant by being tied down to one company was about training or reimbursement wise. My brother went with Werner to get his cdl and had some unforeseen issues where he couldn't drive for a bit. They went after him for the money plus interest. My dream is to come out on the other side with a company I can retire from .... hopefully.
CDL:
Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
A CDL is required to drive any of the following vehicles:
- Any combination of vehicles with a gross combined weight rating (GCWR) of 26,001 or more pounds, providing the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of the vehicle being towed is in excess of 10,000 pounds.
- Any single vehicle with a GVWR of 26,001 or more pounds, or any such vehicle towing another not in excess of 10,000 pounds.
- Any vehicle, regardless of size, designed to transport 16 or more persons, including the driver.
- Any vehicle required by federal regulations to be placarded while transporting hazardous materials.
Prime is setting me up for September training (I'm choosing to go late so I can train in winter conditions). I was looking at Knight and Prime because both offer pay during training. I'm choosing Prime because I want the longer training time.
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.
Also, I have a lot of patience to put up with BS so, I'm not entirely worried about quitting my first year from any job.
Also, I have a lot of patience to put up with BS so, I'm not entirely worried about quitting my first year from any job.
Lucky for me I do too. lol. Between customer service and driving ( non cdl ) I may look into Prime and see what they have to put on the table.
CDL:
Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
A CDL is required to drive any of the following vehicles:
- Any combination of vehicles with a gross combined weight rating (GCWR) of 26,001 or more pounds, providing the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of the vehicle being towed is in excess of 10,000 pounds.
- Any single vehicle with a GVWR of 26,001 or more pounds, or any such vehicle towing another not in excess of 10,000 pounds.
- Any vehicle, regardless of size, designed to transport 16 or more persons, including the driver.
- Any vehicle required by federal regulations to be placarded while transporting hazardous materials.
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Hi all. I have finally decided to follow my dream of becoming a driver. I have been unemployed for a short time and found out about WIA grants. Have any of you out there went that route? I like the idea of coming out on the other end not being tied down to one certain company as well as the ability to get a full endorsement CDL. But before I can even begin my training I have to get a pre-hire letter to turn in with the ret of my paper work. Has anyone else gone through this? Thanks!
CDL:
Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
A CDL is required to drive any of the following vehicles:
Pre-hire:
What Exactly Is A Pre-Hire Letter?
Pre-hire letters are acceptance letters from trucking companies to students, or even potential students, to verify placement. The trucking companies are saying in writing that the student, or potential student, appears to meet the company's minimum hiring requirements and is welcome to attend their orientation at the company’s expense once he or she graduates from truck driving school and has their CDL in hand.
We have an excellent article that will help you Understand The Pre-Hire Process.
A Pre-Hire Letter Is Not A Guarantee Of Employment
The people that receive a pre-hire letter are people who meet the company's minimum hiring requirements, but it is not an employment contract. It is an invitation to orientation, and the orientation itself is a prerequisite to employment.
During the orientation you will get a physical, drug screen, and background check done. These and other qualifications must be met before someone in orientation is officially hired.