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My ques. is this. I have someone who wants to purchase a tractor for me and work me. My problem is I have no exp. and a felony drug charge from 03. He is willing to take the risk for the sake of starting his company. the problem is we cant find a company to hire me do you know of any company.or can you give me any advise.it seems i have hit a brick wall

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Hi Tim.

Start your own company!  If someone will buy the truck, the trailer is not a huge investment.  Then get your own Authority and start calling brokers!  That's what I would do.

If you don't want to mess with that, start calling every company you can find.  One will hire you.  Call big and small companies.  Keep calling and one will use your services.

Good luck!

Bob Stephens

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If you need advice on truck and trailer purchasing, DOT regulations, start up costs, I can help. I also can help new drivers pick a company thats best fits them, what to look for in a company and what to expect if your new to truck driving. If your starting a business, what commodities to haul, working with Brokers and more.

Experience

16 years in the Trucking Industry. 8 years as an over-the-road driver traveling cross country. 4 years as a local driver in Chicago and Tampa, Fl. 4 years as co-owner of a small trucking company.

Organizations
American Trucking Association

Education/Credentials
AA, 1991, Liberal Studies, Purdue University

Awards and Honors
Numerous Safe Drving Awards with the American Trucking Association.

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