Can a CDL driver get another job after a failed drug test?

Answer 1

No, but your CDL will be suspended, your failed drug test will go on your DAC report, and no company will want anything to do with you for at least three years (although you'll find it difficult to find employment as a CDL driver for about ten years).

Answer 2

No - However, before you are allowed to drive for ANY company in a Commercial Driver capacity, you must successfully complete a DOT approved course of treatment/counseling, and it must be documented. You are then subject to 6 return to duty random drug tests within the next 12 months, IF you can find someone who will hire you! Best bet - just say no! If you're serious about your career, there's no room for any drug use.

Answer 3

If it's a DOT-administered drug screening, absolutely. Which is for the better - if you fail a drug test three times, you've got a problem, and you need to treat it. What you don't need is to be operating a CMV while you're using.

Answer 4

You don't. If you can't pass a drug screen, there's a good chance you really don't need to be out there operating a CMV, anyhow.

Answer 5

Typically, no. That's usually a good time to start looking into another line of work.

Answer 6

In the immediate or near future? Not likely.

Answer 7

Yes, as you should.