Newbie could use opinions

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  1. slipperyjim88

    slipperyjim88 Bobtail Member

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    I am new to trucking 3 months OTR last years and 8 months local this year. Local job folded so back OTR. No work in my home town except maybe fast food or something. Any how I really don't mind driving and realize from reading posts on this and other message boards all companies are good/bad. I have heard it all from recruiters. I went to one company’s orientation last month only to walk out and return home, to many untruths. I also went to check out a company’s operation closer to home that had prehired me only to see that what was said on these message boards was true, their equipment was old and junky. I know I’m new and have to start out on the bottom rung of the ladder but there are three things I am looking for in a company. One is clean, good and reliable equipment is a must. My wife says I have a mental disorder because I constantly clean the house, cars and yard. I can’t stand dirt, dust, clutter or a mess. I have to have something nice to drive, not brand new although that would be nice but very nice. The second is miles. If I’m going to be away from home I guess I want to run hard. Two to four weeks out is ok, my kids are grown and I’ve been married 20 years last month. Three is respect and good communication from the company. I say that sarcastically but I don’t want to be treated as pond scum and they don't have to kiss my hide section either. Just be fair and polite. I would like to go reefer due to the economy, everyone still has to eat, or flatbed because I have always exercised and tarpping is more than nothing. Sorry this is so drawn out but I would like your opinions on three companies that told me to call back this week to set something up. They all start me out around the same per mile .27 to .32. I know that’s a big difference but .50 per mile sucks if there are no miles. Good equipment, miles to run and to be treated fairly, I’ll deal with the rest. Hear are my choices, don’t laugh but any real experiences will be helpful thanks.
    Reefer
    1. Stevens
    2. Trans Am
    Flatbed
    1. Western Express ( I can go van with them as well)
     
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  3. notarps4me

    notarps4me Road Train Member

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    I am not too big on any of the companies you listed. I flatbed. I am with maverick. You are wanting good pay and nice equipment. I would look at mav or tmc. Both pay well even for newbies. Better than the pay you listed. Good luck, keep us posted. I am not sure about tmc with you having no recent OTR, but mav will not make you take a refresher.
     
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    Panhandle flash Road Train Member

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    How is Maverick with a student fresh out of school and a felony that is 10 years old?
    I've read a lot of your posts here and there and two of the things I like about you is your upbeat attitude and your pertinent information.
     
  5. honor roll

    honor roll Road Train Member

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    Good Luck Be Safe and Welcome to the forum
    Both TMC and Mavrick will take newbies
     
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    notarps4me Road Train Member

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    Thank-you, the felony is questionable. Mav is really picky about back grounds and drivers. Would not hurt to try, but I would not get my hopes up. Not sure how intense tmc is on the back ground.
     
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