Looking into school and flatbed driving

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  1. flatbedkatie

    flatbedkatie Bobtail Member

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    Hello all,

    Name is Katie. I've loved trucks since I was a little one, and now after 2 years being a class 8 mechanic I am going for my cdl. I know I know, why two years working on them and no cdl. Trust issues is why. I have 3 horses and 3 dogs in which I have to leave In the care of the other half while gone. While I have been with him about 2 years now, I have been iffy on him taking care of the animals. I am confident now and wanting to take my first step. I was thinking about truck driver training institute in richburg. There is a slight problem, all the companies I want to drive for I don't know if they support. I have been looking heavily at flat bedding ( melton, tmc, boyd), but have no clue what's best for me. I live in summerville South Carolina. I see boyd at the company I work for, also melton. Like I said I gotta pick from tdi seeing as I have no monies to shell outta pocket for the whole training.

    Gimme some advice, I'm looking for good home time, yet an enjoyable time out. As long as I make money that is :)
     
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  3. Chinatown

    Chinatown Road Train Member

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    Contact Melton on their website and ask if they hire from TDI. Check the website, they have a short form to fill out if you're interested in the company.

    Howard Transportation is a good flatbed outfit; not sure about hometime, but you can ask.
     
  4. broodmom

    broodmom Light Load Member

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    My son goes to TDI in Indiana. Melton hires from them.
     
  5. Drivers girl

    Drivers girl Medium Load Member

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    My bf works for Boyd and really enjoys it. They have been really good to us since he started. We are in KY but his hometime has been great too. I know that my bf is in SC quite frequently if that helps you any.
     
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