How old is old?

[stvanb]

I am retiring soon and have always wanted to drive OTR. At various times, I have driven a variety of large straight trucks - delivery, etc., but never a semi. I am prepared to get the necessary training and find a driving job wherever. However, my question is this - will a trucking company take on an older driver? My health, strength, eyesight, etc. are fine and, although I am retiring shortly from 22 years in another line of work, I do not wish to stop working. Any response will be greatly appreciated. Thanks to all. Steve

[bigjoe]

Long haul trucking is one of the very few fields of work that has few or no age limitations. As long as you can pass a DOT physical age will not be a barrier to you. I have seen men in their 70's hired for their first time trucking job.

[Rookie Trainer]

I'm a driving instructor at a large reefer company out west.We routinely get students through the school in the late 50's and early sixties.I'm sure we've had a few in their 70's before..

As Joe mentioned,as long as a driver can still pass the physical and obtain a medical card,most companies don't care how old you are..

Good luck..