Don't let this jerk disuade you. But let this be a lesson, you will need a tough skin and a hardworking attitude to work around people just like this. Go to the Union Hall (google it) and ask them your questions. They are willing to answer and are generally more accomodating than this guy. Other than that, it's just like applying for any job. They want to know who you are, why you're joining, and if you can handle what they put in front of you.
You go to the teamsters union abd sign up. You may need a GED with ure mentality in asking a foolish question like that.
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