Jobs for truckers is a website that will do the leg work for you as far as looking for a trucking company that will fit your needs. They are very thorough in their searches and you can even compare companies from around the United States,
Yes, a trucking job would be a good idea but you need to take things into consideration like the training and the amount of time which a trucking job requires.
In order to find out what kind of training you must undergo in order to attain a job in the trucking industry you much consult a trucking company and ask them about it or perhaps talk to a person who works in the industry.
You need to find a local job. Check out this thread. http://www.thetruckersreport.com/truckingindustryforum/trucking-jobs/26354-trucking-jobs-for-those-under-21-a.html
to get a truck driving jobs you will need a commercial driver license or CDL. as if you are looking for a tow trucking job you will also need a towing license.
There are multiple steps invilved in getting into trucking jobs. You need to be over 18, 21 in some states, getting your CDL license which will permit you to attend truck driving school, and after completiong of school there is a driving test.
To find a straight trucking job, you will need to get your CDL license first. After getting this you could check your local newspaper, or you could use this website called Monster Jobs. www.monsterjobs.com
To get a job driving a bigger truck, you need to have a CDL licence. For driving long distances, you will need to have experience as well. You can try www.monsterjobs.com
It won't be easy.
You need a CDL for that job, and even if you can keep your CDL with a DUI, it's going to be expensive for you to insure your rig.
There are a wide variety of jobs available through the Job Center of Wisconsin. The main jobs they focus on are Trucking and Manufacturing. If you need a job in those field that is the place to go.
Information about trucking industry can be found on various online websites. Some examples would be the IRS, OSHA and Job Center websites of specific locations. There is also some information on the subject on Wikipedia, however it is not the most trusted source.
The basic general qualification for a trucking job is that they must comply with Federal regulations and any State regulations that are more specific than Federal requirements. They must have a driver's license issued by the State in which they live in. All drivers of trucks designed to carry at least 26,000 pounds.