Sheridan Tech - Class of December 2014

Hi forum,

Setting up this thread so my CDL school classmates and I can keep track of each other as we start and progress through our driving careers. We graduated Dec 18, 2014. I hope the site admins will indulge me and allow this thread. Of course, anyone is welcome to participate.

We had a diverse group, being in South Florida. We had students from Haiti, Jamaica and the US, and we even had a female. I enjoyed the class quite a bit.

My name is Bill. I'll let the others decide whether or not they want to post their names.

I'll kick it off...Still looking for first job. Been applying to a lot of companies. Have orientation dates for a couple of companies, but still applying, trying to find the best job for my situation. Have expanded search to other parts of the country, as South Florida is pretty limited for new driver opportunities.

The top spot on my list for first job changes almost every day. But right now it is Schneider Tanker, working out of Houston TX. Why? I want to specialize in certain sectors. Tanker seems more interesting than Van. Tanker seems to pay better. Tanker skills can be used in the oilfield, which I may want to do in the future. Schneider accepts CDL grads. Houston is easy to fly out of for time off in So. Fla.

So that's where I am. C'mon you guys...who's next?

EDIT: I have to comment on the invaluable resource that The Truckers Report has been for me...researching companies, asking questions, etc. There are so many industry veterans on here that are willing to share their knowledge, and I appreciate it very much. Thanks TTR!