What do trucking companies have against the military?

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by rockytopcummins, Oct 18, 2012.

  1. The Specialist

    The Specialist Light Load Member

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    Good deal man! That's how I got my start! I was in Germany though.I actually liked it very much.I was actually employed there as a painter of construction machines,and it just so happened that I had the opportunity to deliver what I 'd painted!Good luck,and try to have fun with it!
     
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  3. sdaniel

    sdaniel Road Train Member

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    Test, test, page 6 will not load?
     
  4. Chinatown

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    Good for you. Found out Crete Carriers gives credit for military driving. They have flatbed, reefer & dry van. Best wishes on your new job.
     
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  5. 91B20H8

    91B20H8 Road Train Member

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    Talked to a Schneider recruiter today, wanted me to send a copy of my 348, maybe start at a higher rate then the .29cpm initially offered:wink:
     
  6. rockytopcummins

    rockytopcummins Light Load Member

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    Thanks for the info but there's no way I'm driving for Schneider, Swift, J.B. or any company like that. I have never talked to one single driver that had good things to say about any giant trucking company like that. Plus I'm driving an ungoverned truck right now and I think I'd fall asleep drivin around at 62MPH all day LOL
     
  7. The Specialist

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    yeah,but if you're in business for yourself,every cent counts,and ultimately for your boss.If you're driving slower,you're generally driving safer too....Plus,there is less stress on you ! Besides,look arond..it's a rare sight indeed to see a truck really hauling #####!
     
  8. rockytopcummins

    rockytopcummins Light Load Member

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    Well, I'm not talking about being out there driving like a moron. Slower is not necessarily safer. These fleet trucks with their nuts cut off are dangerous as hell. You put a 62mph truck on a hill loaded, next thing you know they're doin 45 on an interstate where the speed limit is 70 and most four wheelers are going 80 or more. I think that's far more dangerous than a truck that can run 75 or so and get a decent run and go at a hill. That's just my opinion though.
     
  9. The Specialist

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    Mmmm,I think you may have a point there. I spent a lot of time driving in Germany,"Land of Governed Trucks" And you are right! How could i forget!? Also known as the "Home of the Elephant Races!" One truck going 55 MPH and the other 54MPH.. And they still have the same problems we have here.Tailgating,falling asleep at the wheel and not enough places to rest,we just have more space not to do it in!haha
     
  10. MNdriver

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    US 322 just west of Mifflintown PA. BIG hill to come down. Yeah, it's steep. Scary part wasn't the #### grade. It's being limited to 20 MPH IN the mainline traffic with cars speed limit at 55 MPH. People would race up your ### and at the last minute, change lanes all going down hill. WTF happens if THEIR brakes fail?

    Same thing I have been seeing all over the NE since I came out here on Tuesday.

    Slow trucks and fast cars are accidents WAITING to happen.
     
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  11. pete1

    pete1 Heavy Load Member

    I hate that place it's Donner pass jr. And the stupid cars never even slow down. They are going 60 through there. Idiots.
     
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