Hi, I need help and advice. I just got my cdl class A permit in Indiana. Passed 3 tests and physical exam. I applied to couple trucking companies and currently talking to CRE recruiters, and will get an interview with their client company for a dedicated driver position. But there was a recruiter from Swift constantly reaching out to me through text messages and emails. So which one is better? CRE or Swift? And here are some of factors might be considered as strength or weakness for me becoming a truck driver.
1. I'm 33 years old.
2. My DOT medical card expire in 6 months, on 01/01/2023. My high blood pressure was high when I visited the doctor last time. But I don't have major health problem. I just didn't know what the dot physical exam was about, and thought my employer sent me to do a drug test. But I definitely can pass the next one no problem.
3. Single with no kids. I'm willing to be away from home for weeks and months.
4. Having loading and unloading truck by hands experiences. I'm willing to help loading and unloading truck if it's necessary.
5. License was suspended for one and hale month in 2018 due the failure to appear in court for a seat belt ticket. That's the reason my employer denied my application for the truck driver position. I have nothing else on driving records in five years. No misdemeanor, felony, accident nor DUI. No any tickets in 3 years.
I would appreciate any input. Thanks.
CR England or Swift for a new driver?
Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Kangshi, Jul 9, 2022.
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Geekonthestreet Thanks this.
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Of those choices, Swift.
Look around. You never know what you'll get in this climate.
But CR England is kind of...ruthless, as far as pay.Last edited: Jul 9, 2022
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CRE is going to make you team drive for several months.while training,,.don't do it. I talked to a CRE trainee out in Idaho and he had been team driving for eight months and was about to finally go home.They both sucky sucky but Swift would be the better choice of those two. Not sure where u live but Millis might be worth a call, pretty sure they still train.
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About the same with those 2. I'd pick swift, of those 2. Ask if CRE will put that dedicated route in writing.....
My advice would be to broaden your search. Look at ABF, they might hire you -
I'd go with Swift Refrigerated.
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