Originally Posted by Tipton4

I have just graduated a PTDI school with a GPA of 99% and they just got me approved, however I was wondering if after your 8wks training period if you get some hometime either before or after you are assigned a truck? Thanks for any input!

Originally Posted by Tipton4

I have just graduated a PTDI school with a GPA of 99% and they just got me approved, however I was wondering if after your 8wks training period if you get some hometime either before or after you are assigned a truck? Thanks for any input!

Originally Posted by GD2767

I've just finished my PTDI schooling too and will be starting with Crete around Jan 5th. From what Crete told me yesterday, Weazz is correct, they'll get you home after 4 weeks for approximately 4 days. I'm looking forward to getting going with them. Cheers, GD

Originally Posted by Weazz

Hey if either of you can, ask for mark as a trianer if he's avalable...great guy and fun to pick on.. it helps make the training go fast with someone thats easy going. but then if you get evertrucker on here as a trainer that could be fun also. keeps us posted on how it goes. i've read some funny things about trainers here.

(the one that chews was funny,poor trainee)

Originally Posted by GD2767

Thanks Weazz. Perhaps if ET reads this and his training schedule permits, he can PM me his name so I can request him as a trainer. I will attempt to make weekly posts during training to provide updates on how it's going. Being sensitive to not bringing too much stuff along during training, is bringing a laptop pushing the edge? Thanks, GD

Originally Posted by GD2767

Thanks Weazz. Perhaps if ET reads this and his training schedule permits, he can PM me his name so I can request him as a trainer. I will attempt to make weekly posts during training to provide updates on how it's going. Being sensitive to not bringing too much stuff along during training, is bringing a laptop pushing the edge? Thanks, GD

Originally Posted by evertruckerr

I'll send you a PM, but I will probably be picking up a trainee from the PHX area after Christmas hometime. Not to mention I prefer to stay as far away from PA of late, especially now that the snow is flying

Keep your personal effects to a minimum. Space it tight, even more so if your trainer has a truck equipped with an APU. Definitely bring your lap top. It will help to pass the time if you get hung up waiting for a load.

Good luck and drive safe.

Originally Posted by ptrbilt

Hello. Ive been with Crete Carrier a little more then a month now and almost done training. So far, I do like this company. They have been 100% honest with me and me and my trainer get along very well and have alot in common. Below(in my opinion)are some of the things that have made me happy with Crete thus far...


*500.00 a week training pay(before taxes, but still more then what other companies pay starting off for student drivers)

*.34 cents a mile after training(Pretty good for someone in theyre 1st year in the industry)

*Crete has showed respect to me as an employee. I feel like I have been treated as an individual....not just another number

*Crete hasnt played games. They didnt convince me to work for them by "bonuses" and "goodies". It was what I look for in a company. They told me who they are. From there, it was in my hands.

*I feel that they want me to be sucessful as much as I do. When you are doing a good job, they let you know it!

*Seen alot of country.(Which you would with any OTR co.)Ive been in, IN,IL,MO,IA,NEB,KS,OK,WY,UT,NV,CA,AR,TX,CO,TN,KY,V A,WV,NC,SC,GA,PA,OH,MR, and Im sure more.

Look, I dont want to jump to conclusions. EVERY company has theyre own little problems. This is all in my opinion, but also, this has been my experience with Crete so far and it has been a positive one. Is trucking for everyone? No. But I would encourage anyone going into this field, to give it a chance. Its hard being away from home weeks at a time(and im no exception). Its hard being away from friend, hobbies, and family. Trucking is NOT what I thought it would be. For those thinking your just gonna get behind the wheel and drive...well you are. BUT there is alot more to it then that. Especially paperwork. Im not a know it all. In fact, Im just getting started. Im only telling you my experience so far. I guess the best thing to do is go in with a positive attitude and make the best out of it. Also, PLEASE PLEASE do research into any company before you work for them. There are good companies out there. There are also BAD ones. This job is a lifestyle, NOT just a job. At least do some research. You owe it to yourself. Well, im gonna be back on the road soon. Just enjoying some hometime. I will have more updates soon. Good luck everyone and be SAFE.