I am taking a hard look at expediting. I'm gathering as much information as I can before considering the plunge.
My background consists of about 25 years experience in different logistical fields, but I have never been a driver other than being a spotter with the big rigs.
I have a close friend that has over 25 years in the trucking business. He has been an O/O most of his career, but hasn't been driving for about 2 years. He has experience mostly in the big rigs, but has also worked in the expediting field for a few years.
From what I have read on this excellent EO site I would most likely consider driving for someone that already has a lease with a carrier.
This will enable me to get the experience I need and see if expeditng is right for me. No need in taking on the responsibilties of being an independent O/O until I get my feet wet.
There are so many questions that I will be asking all you professionals, but I will start with a long range plan question first.
I would eventually want to run a team operation as an O/O. My 1st choice for a team partner is my wife. She is an insulin dependant diabetic who has always shown excellent control of her problem and has a perfect driving record.
Question: Can she be a driver team driver with me or must I go with another person?
My trucker friend couldn't answer this question, other than to say expediting does not require a CDL.
Your response will be greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
Zebra
My background consists of about 25 years experience in different logistical fields, but I have never been a driver other than being a spotter with the big rigs.
I have a close friend that has over 25 years in the trucking business. He has been an O/O most of his career, but hasn't been driving for about 2 years. He has experience mostly in the big rigs, but has also worked in the expediting field for a few years.
From what I have read on this excellent EO site I would most likely consider driving for someone that already has a lease with a carrier.
This will enable me to get the experience I need and see if expeditng is right for me. No need in taking on the responsibilties of being an independent O/O until I get my feet wet.
There are so many questions that I will be asking all you professionals, but I will start with a long range plan question first.
I would eventually want to run a team operation as an O/O. My 1st choice for a team partner is my wife. She is an insulin dependant diabetic who has always shown excellent control of her problem and has a perfect driving record.
Question: Can she be a driver team driver with me or must I go with another person?
My trucker friend couldn't answer this question, other than to say expediting does not require a CDL.
Your response will be greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
Zebra