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[javanutt68]

I'm not new to the expediting business but I am new to being an o/o. I've got an 09 E350 cargo van that I'm looking to get on the road. What will most companies require me to have before I can start with them. I know I need cargo insurance but is there anything else. Also will most companies allow you to be home on weekends.

 

[BillChaffey]

I would expect a DOT inspection of your rig As far as being home on weekends it would probably depend on how far away you are & if your under load. If your in Texas & home is Connecticut probably not a good idea to go out of service to go home.

 

[javanutt68]

Even if my van is under 10,000 GVWR. I'm in Michigan

 

[Moot]

Most reputable carriers, um let me rephrase that; most carriers that want to appear as being reputable will require a DOT inspection, a scale ticket and some type of cargo restraints.

 

[zorry]

Don't all carrier's want to appear to be reputable ?

The most outlaw large carrier I ever worked for publicly used the slogan "It's all about image"

 

[layoutshooter]

If you NEED to be home on weekends this is not the best industry to in.

 

[zorry]

You can be home every weekend if you LIVE IN YOUR TRUCK.

 

[tenntrucker]

You can be home every weekend if you LIVE IN YOUR TRUCK.

I get to sleep in my own bed every day......

sent from my Galaxy Tab2

 

[Turtle]

Don't all carrier's want to appear to be reputable ?

You'd think so, but if that were true, then you wouldn't see any cargo vans running around unlettered.

 

[zorry]

Letter them while they sleep, LOL.

 

[Lawrence]

This is a little dated - but good info:

Expedite FAQ