ADVICE for your FIRST YEAR as a NEW TRUCK DRIVER

Welcome new truck driver! Congrats on the decision for your cdl! So what happens after you get your cdl but before you’re a trucker? Here’s some advice for after truck driving school but before you know it all lol. Here’s what it’s like being a truck driver with some new trucker tips.

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[DrivenTrucking]

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[beerrunner]

I've been driving a long time. Long before the cell phone or Gps. Back then it was maps and payphones. When you see a driver having problems help them out. This is how I learned and I will always help a driver. I don't care if your a new driver or been at it a thousand years like me. Help eachother.

[JesN]

My personal advice for new truckers:

1. Learn as much as you can while driving. Listen to educational, long form content. Take advantage of the time you have that most people don’t have. You can learn more about a topic in a truck than any college degree.

2. Meditate every day for 10 minutes while your truck warms up

3. Remind yourself occasionally that the goal for the day is no accidents and no tickets so you don’t start getting too comfortable and make a mistake.

[princesspalmer]

Sending all of these videos to my husband, who’s in the first year. I’m his silent partner 😅. I map out his stops (gas stations, alternate routes, truck stops) pack his lunches/dinner and usually stay on the phone with him majority of the way to each destination. Good to know that I have been advising him appropriately.

[TM-bdnf]

I am not a truck driver, but I once saw a driver, Pull up to a dock, and then he used a drone in the air to assist him in backing. I thought that that was a great idea.

[LigerTigerOP]

I love driving otr. I feel so free. My first year was a bit scary. It was a lot of learning. It’s so much fun. Everyone should try it. I found an abandoned shipyard, full of containers. And I would back up between the containers whenever I had free time. Practice, practice, practice.

[kellypatterson]

To help with food costs I have a dorm room fridge, microwave, 2 burner hotplate, crockpot and enough food and spices to feed a small army.

[modacare]

I've been trucking for over 40 yrs. This is the best advice I've ever seen for a rookie driver. This is exactly the way I would train a rookie.

[MikeThaPhilosopher]

If you’re brand new and you live in Texas.. I highly recommend Raider Express. No contract $800 per week guarantee while you’re training with your training. Once you get the proper training you need and you feel confident on the road you can leave at anytime

[scottfeltner]

32oz Gatorade bottle,
5gal bucket,
Good garbage bags,
and TP.
Because you just never know.

[usebitchutefightcensorship]

1) the mega carriers will screw you so bring lots of lube.
2) staying safe is more important than making any load appointment time or keeping your dispatcher happy.
not having any accidents or citations during your first year will help you out a lot later so be slow at shippers and be safe. don't ever rush.
3) buy a truckers GPS. it's expensive but worth it. verify the destination with your phone's satellite view and try to stay on highways and interstates as much as possible. avoid sketchy residential routes.
4) if you ever get stuck at a dead end road or anything don't take chances. call the police and have them block traffic so you can safely back out of a bad situation.

[adamroush]

I’m 27 years old. I plan on going for my cdl in 2 years after I’m off probation. This is something I’ve wanted to do for a few years now. I currently work at a truck stop and constantly ask truckers what it’s like starting out.

[yarddog]

I've only been a driver for almost a year and a half. The best advice I've received from someone is to "take your time." When you're taking your time, seasoned drivers will be laughing at you. Almost all drivers will be watching you. GOAL! Get out and look! "Those drivers laughing at you will laugh at you more if you hit something." Think about it. The biggest advantage of GOAL is you get a better idea which way to turn the steering wheel. That's the way I learned.

[brannboogiee]

I’m currently training for my CDL class A. I’ll be taking my test next month! This is my dream career! Good luck to the others who are about to take their test & thank you to the experienced drivers who take the time outta of their day to give advice!

[king]

I'm 7 weeks into driving trucks and I'm struggling mightily. I'm determined to see it through but it's tough. Thanks for the video.

[bryanbenjamin]

Only 2 things you need to know; trip planning! Use every tool available to know your route and pu delivery location etc. And number 2 is always know where the next bathroom is.

[danamay]

$12 shower service on ARBNB in Ambridge PA. Nice private bathroom and dressing room. All hygiene supplies included. Also home cooked meals. Large $7 breakfast. Old trailer park on Marmian Rd next to creek large area to park. I can pick you up too. Please pass it on to all drivers. A great place to be. Ty

[daisymay]

I remember my first year of driving, I was like a scared rabbit, TIMID, AND always cautious about everything. Cargo, traffic, safety, scared of weather. Then the cocky stage came, a few s close calls put me in my spot. I was behind the wheel of a 80, 000 pound missile with a bunch of bumper cars on the road and truck stops, all jockeying for the same space I was in. The best info I have for new drivers is take a deep breath and let it out slowly a few times. Its going to be okay, relax inside yourself and enjoy it. Yes, its new and out of your comfort zone, but you will get better. Learn good things everyday. Don’t watch other newbies back-up and call the shipper and receiver for directions. Your trucker gps will take you down residential streets sometimes. Google earth, street view, and a good laptop or tablet program that does routing and mileage for you is a good option too. The atlas has saved me several headaches too, the first few pages is usually the low clearance section for bridges and overpasses. Trucker Atlas that is. Know your truck and load/ trailer height. (13’6” repeat it, remember it always)

[poppyneese]

Guys I’m just a sales rep use to have a cb in the van, i also call on a ton of stores where truckers stop and get fuel, think the thing that amazed me most about truck drivers, first most are friendly good people, 2nd. How brilliant these men and women are, they are up to date on most any subject you wanna talk about! Thank You all, I have a job because of you, I can’t even start to imagine what all you have to do in a day of your life, but America works because of what you do, praying for all our Truck You All!!! Modern day Cowboys/Cowgirls on top of it all, I think what y’all do is pretty cool!

[luisroig]

I've been a driver for dang near 20 years. This driver IS TELLING THE GODS HONEST TRUTH.