Hello fellow truckers! I have run into a BIG problem, and I need some help. I smoked a couple of puffs of marijuana on one of my off days. About three weeks later, I got called in for a random, and of course,failed it and got fired. I have since then successfully completed the D.O.T's return-to-duty status requirements. This is a program that they have in place, so that a driver has to successfully complete before they can return to safety sensitive duties. So, I borrowed the 500.00 that it cost, and completed the program, that took about 2 months. Now I find that many carriers and their insurance companies, have a ZERO tolerance policy. They are treating this as if I were a high profile felon.I have all the proper documents/certificates as proof of my completion. I am asking you drivers if you can help me with any info that may help me to get back to work. I don't smoke anymore,of course. I am just looking for someone that will hire me. Someone that will give me a chance, and let my GOOD driving record of 19 yrs, ( accident free, no speeding tickets,strong work ethic, and approx. 2 MIL miles), be the determining factor. Not focus on the the mistake that I made. I have unemployed since March 2009. I am ready to get back out there, and continue to do what I do best. Have a blessed day, drivers. Try not to let my story EVER become yours!! Thank you for your time