https:\/\/truckschool.net\/<\/a>, you may discover that your dream employer expects at least two years of experience. The first reason is insurance policies that prohibit hiring inexperienced drivers.<\/p>\nSecondly, new drivers are more likely to have a collision. Statistically, they have a higher violation rate and damages are more likely. Finally, employers have to spend a lot on training newly licensed candidates.<\/p>\n
6 Tricks for Newly Licensed Drivers<\/h3>\n
Here are six ways to increase your chances of getting hired. With a clever approach to job hunting, you will break the initial barrier and start a driving career.<\/p>\n
1.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Apply to a Lot of Vacancies<\/h4>\n
Send as many applications as possible to increase the chance of landing a job. Large companies, the mega carriers, are preferable. They usually have driver trainers and are more willing to invest in new employees. A trainer takes new hires on the road and teaches them all the ropes.<\/p>\n
2.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Apply to Jobs Involving Other Vehicles<\/h4>\n
Driving a tractor trailer is not the only way to gain experience. Some carriers have trucks of different types (straight trucks, dump trucks, plow, gravel trucks, etc.), and they also need drivers. Check out vacancies in construction companies, townships, railroad companies, and lumberyards.<\/p>\n
You can drive different types of trucks with a CDL or Class AZ license. These jobs also pay better than OTR positions and often come with a pension plan. You will get paid by the hour.<\/p>\n
Subsequently, you will be able to get a job at an OTR trucking company. Many of these businesses value experience in driving other truck types, as these are also heavy commercial vehicles. They need experienced commercial drivers, not necessarily tractor-trailer drivers.<\/p>\n
3.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Look for Companies That Carry Teams<\/h4>\n
Employers are reluctant to let inexperienced drivers work on their own. Look for companies that carry teams. Most of them service the West coast. They have long-haul routes (over 2,000 miles). If you get a job, you will accompany an experienced driver.<\/p>\n
4.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Find an Independent Broker\/Owner Operator<\/h4>\n
You may get lucky and get hired by an independent company.<\/p>\n
5.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Look for an Apprenticeship Program<\/h4>\n
Newly licensed drivers can apply for apprenticeships programs. Some OTR companies have their own finishing schools.<\/p>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\n6.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Take What You Are Offered<\/h5>\n
The first position will not necessarily meet your expectations. You are unlikely to land your dream job immediately, but don\u2019t be discouraged! Starting is the hardest part.<\/p>\n
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