Prime,knight&roehl

Discussion in 'Motor Carrier Questions - The Inside Scoop' started by 04 Stroke, May 26, 2014.

  1. 04 Stroke

    04 Stroke Bobtail Member

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    Just got cdl permit and physical these are the three companies I'm thinking about. Leaning toward prime any ideas or suggestions?
     
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  3. Chim Chim

    Chim Chim Light Load Member

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    I tried Prime as my first Company and would not recommend them. You will have to see their doctor at orientation and he is thorough. I had a blood pressure issue 2yrs. prior to the day of orientation. My blood pressure was fine, but since I was truthful on the questionarre, they would not give me a medical card. When I went back to orientation they treated me like a piece of crap. I don't know about Knight, but I know Roehl yanks hair for their drug screen. Hope this helps.
     
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  4. ShortBusKid

    ShortBusKid Heavy Load Member

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    Knight does hair testing. I hope this isn't an issue for anyone considering a career as a professional driver.

    To the OP - none of these companies are perfect but you could do worse. It's a start on the road and will get you experience needed to move on and up. All run decent equipment. Good luck to you!
     
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  5. 04 Stroke

    04 Stroke Bobtail Member

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    Thanks guys! I have blood pressure issues but it is controlled by my meds, they can pull hair from anywhere on me they want! I'm clean!
     
  6. Chim Chim

    Chim Chim Light Load Member

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    Prime will also give you a sleep apnea questionarre and depending on how you answer it they may send you for a sleep apnea test at your expense. They will take payments for the test and the machine. If you have to go through this it could be a long time before you see a decent check. If your going into this broke, it will be tough on you. Good luck.
     
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  7. jk72180

    jk72180 Light Load Member

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    I didn't get a sleep apnea questionnaire at Prime it's only if you fall within the guidelines of having it (body mass neck size etc) I've been here since last August and really don't have any complaints went thru the psd program and can now support my family while my fiance stays home and takes care of the kids.
     
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