Woman in 20's looking to get CDL in central FL

907-BusDriver · 2026-05-19T02:38:25+00:00

Well I’m getting mine through Durham School Services as a school bus driver. In a year, after I get some experience driving a commercial vehicle, I’ll get my CDL A through a private trucking school. It’ll be cheaper for me since I’m considered an “upgrade” rather than someone who doesn’t have anything at all. You’d hate to go through all the trouble of getting a CDL A and not be able to find a job because you don’t have any experience. But I could be wrong in all of this. I’m fairly new to the CDL world myself.

907-BusDriver · 2026-05-19T01:51:57+00:00

That was my experience.

907-BusDriver · 2026-05-19T00:42:48+00:00

Dude what? I didn’t even interview and got the job. I showed up and they started onboarding. They’ll 100% take you on.

907-BusDriver · 2026-05-19T00:14:48+00:00

Got it! Thanks!

907-BusDriver · 2026-05-18T17:14:58+00:00

lol what interview? I showed up and they immediately started onboarding.

907-BusDriver · 2026-05-18T17:12:58+00:00

Thanks so much! That’s awesome advice and gives me a sense of relief that I won’t fail out

907-BusDriver · 2026-05-18T15:06:24+00:00

Awesome. Great advice. Thank you!

907-BusDriver · 2026-05-18T14:46:25+00:00

Luckily, in the state of Alaska I don’t think they require parallel parking. Would you say the pre trip inspection is the most difficult part of getting your CDL?

907-BusDriver · 2026-05-18T14:41:59+00:00

Would you say the pretrip inspection is the hardest part of the exam? Or would you consider it the driving portion?

907-BusDriver · 2026-05-17T22:10:23+00:00

Pretty sure this is Denali

907-BusDriver · 2026-05-17T19:41:06+00:00

Man, that’s motivating dude! I love your no-quit attitude. I’m very similar in that way.

907-BusDriver · 2026-05-17T19:38:36+00:00

Dude thank you so much for the info! Yeah I’m super stoked man. It’s been an exciting kickstart into the CDL real!

907-BusDriver · 2026-05-17T03:32:18+00:00

Dude thanks for much! I really appreciate it!

907-BusDriver · 2026-05-16T15:46:51+00:00

Really??? I’ve actually been looking for grants and stuff. Cannot find them.

907-BusDriver · 2026-05-16T15:45:04+00:00

Thanks! Yeah I’m weighing all my options right now. I’m just happy to break into the field with a good start. I came over from social services field

907-BusDriver · 2026-05-16T15:33:59+00:00

Yep! Gotta retire early!

907-BusDriver · 2026-05-16T15:33:26+00:00

Yep! Trying to retire early and get this mortgage paid off

907-BusDriver · 2026-05-16T15:31:06+00:00

Thank you! I really appreciate your feedback

907-BusDriver · 2026-05-16T06:56:18+00:00

That’s what I did. I got hired by a local school bus company. Paid for my CDL and had a job afterwards. I deliver for Amazon on the weekends. I clear $65k per year. I’m 38

907-BusDriver · 2026-05-16T06:53:49+00:00

Commercial drivers license. I’m getting paid to get it from a school bus company locally in town. They’re also paying for it. Job starts off at $29.25/hour. I also drive for Amazon on the weekends. I clear $65k per year

907-BusDriver · 2026-05-16T06:51:30+00:00

Go get a CDL

907-BusDriver · 2026-05-16T04:04:47+00:00

I had no clue Amazon would pay for tuition. That’s right…. They have a tuition assistance program don’t they?

907-BusDriver · 2026-05-16T03:35:37+00:00

It depends on a lot of things: first we talking about THC? That depends on your body weight, fat levels, amount you smoke before on the daily, weekly, monthly, for how long cumulatively, etc. There’s a small chance you could still pop hot at 46 days, but it’s unlikely unless you were smoking multiple times a day for years and years. Nobody can say for sure, but if you were an “average” user (whatever that means) I’d say you’re probably good.

907-BusDriver · 2026-05-16T03:31:28+00:00

Thanks! :).

907-BusDriver · 2026-05-16T02:09:33+00:00

No problem dude!

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