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    Where's th' freight?

    I am finding it slow also . But January is the slowest month from what everyone out there say's so you just have to have a lot of patience. I spend as little as possible so that I can get through this ,and hopefully it will pick up soon. I started in march and it was busy for me then. I dont...
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    NYC

    I have not been to NY yet and would like to know if vans are allowed on the parkways. Also is there anything else I should know.
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    Digging in here and learning!

    Dave I decided to try expediting and was offered a job with a trucking co driving a van. I have been with them 7 months now and Have learned a lot. The first month was a nightmare for me. So much to learn. But with my dispatchers help I have come a long way. I am getting paid by the hour which...
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    I'm learning

    Don't know anything about the pars paps and fast yet but those customes people sure are hard to deal with.
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    I'm learning

    Will the experience I am getting working for a trucking company making pickups and deliveries relate to expediting. paper work similar, etc. I also go to some of the big three auto plants in the Detroit area, and deliver in Ohio Ind and IL. My co filed for my canada customs clearance and I am...
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    Van Requirements

    Yes That would be a sight to see. This is my first time driving for a freight company. and I am getting a ton of experience. I have to stop and think before I act . I made a few mistakes again tonight but they were very minor things. And don't care much for going into Canada but you have to grin...
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    Van Requirements

    Sorry but I was asking because I wanted to know if it was a requirement. I myself would secure anything if it was in my van . I didn't mean to sound stupid. but I am training and the driver doesn't secure anything. No e-tracking or straps in vehicle.. I want to have all my eggs in the same...
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    Van Requirements

    If you pick up a load weather it is on a pallet or not does it have to be secured if you are using a van .
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    new hire question

    Well the company called me this morning for a driving test and when I arrived they took me out back to where the trucks are parked. they had me drive on the freeway and around the airport. I felt the driving part went fairly well. the tester asked me if I seen the clearance sign on the bridge...
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    new hire question

    I have been offered a position driving a van and/or streight truck under my chauffers license for a trucking company. they are offering me $9.50 p/h to start with overtime beginning after 45 hours. My question is this under federal law shouldnt overtime be after 40 hrs. I would like to work...
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    driving for an owner $$$ question.

    Pelle Thanks for replying to my question. I appreciate the help.
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    driving for an owner $$$ question.

    How much money should a new driver have in reserve to start out when driving for an owner.How long should he be expected to cover his expenses starting out before a check. This is something I have not seen discussed. Also when can a new driver expect to see his first check. Do they get paid...
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    Up Front Costs

    Are van drivers required to follow the hos rules. also do you have to keep a log book.
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    What are my odds

    sterling-owner I live right down the road from the detroiter truck stop in woodhaven,mi off I-75
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    What are my odds

    of getting hired as a driver. I am 56 years old no tickets or accidents in the past 5 years. I will be getting my cdl-b with hazmat and air brake next month. I have three years exp driving a flat bed tow truck covering half of mi-oh-and ont as far as toronto. I would like to drive a van for an...
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    D OT Physical

    Thank you for the help. I have been lurking for a long time and find the web site to be a great source for help. I hope to get a job driving in the near future, Was driving a chev 6500 series flatbed tow truck for about three years,And enjoyed being on the road. I covered parts of MI OH and ONT...
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    D OT Physical

    I am working on getting my cdl-b license, and when I called the clinic here in Trenton,MI They asked me if I needed a drug screen also. What's the best way to go? Should I wait on the drug screen in hopes the company will give me one or do it on my own. Thank for any help you can give me...
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