is there hpe 4 a convicted felon with a class a cdl???

charlesdurley · #1 (**permalink**) 10-25-2007, 01:35 AM

is there any hope for me people . i graduated dec 06 and still havent found anyone to even consider hiring me. im a convicted felon out of st louis mo out on parole and served my time. soon as i got out i went to school got my cdl and its useless . are there any companies out there that will give me a chance..please help ANYONE WITH INFO

JLKKLJ777 · #2 (**permalink**) 10-25-2007, 02:23 AM

Try Hogan. They take foreign workers and seem pretty desperate for help. The pay is pretty low from what I hear but it may be enough to get you started. Other than that I would suggest grab a trucking magazine and start from page 1 and call each and every company advertising. You may just get lucky. Good luck!

SevenOfNine · #3 (**permalink**) 10-25-2007, 02:43 AM

Sometimes small independents take chances on newbie drivers.

Have you given any thought to checking out plant nurseries in your area that truck their product? A friend of mine that had a less then stellar past worked for a nursery for a couple years and while he had to unload the plants for the most part,he did get some needed experience that eventually led him to driving for a better company and more money.

Also you might find some driving truck for farms too, while it will be seasonal,it will also give you that needed experience.

It won't be easy but there is always a chance.

Dirtball · #4 (**permalink**) 10-25-2007, 05:15 AM

It will be tough because of being on parole. Try Morgan drive away.They hired my Uncle when he got out of prison..
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highwayhaunt · #5 (**permalink**) 10-25-2007, 10:12 AM

Try all-trucking-jobs.com

#6 (**permalink**) 10-25-2007, 11:18 AM

you may want to try with the independents like sevenofnine suggested. check around the airport for an independent p&d company. even if it is just working on the dock that is at least something. i reckon it also depends on how much you are willing to disclose about your prior conviction. some people do appreciate honesty. above all else let your parole officer know you are having some difficulty and see if they can be of any assistance what so ever so that you dont become frustrated & backslide.