Best company to get CDL. RE West, Holland, Roehl

Ok, thanks..he’s been replying to this thread so hopefully he’ll chime in.

 

Another update,
I had my interview with USF Holland yesterday. It sounds like a pretty good gig (after training) and you play all the union games with the boards to be able to get a choice run. Oh, and not sure I'd be happy about the slip seating situation. It is also a work the dock for 30 days while going to a trucking school or after school. (which I don't mind the dock part) but also a 2 year commitment which I'm not a fan of. I have a former co-worker that works in the office there and had a chance to talk with her. She, in not so many words, told me that there is a ton of drama going on such as a lawsuit with the dock workers. She also said the union (teamsters) could be a good or a bad thing, just depends on if you play the game or not.

So in conclusion, I'm of the opinion that I am going to take the R.E. West job. It seems to be whats best for me right now. Small company, CDL class of 4-8 people (4 start at a time) which would mean more one on one learning/teaching. I got a good vibe when I was there from everyone I met and the fact that theres not all of this other drama going on while I'm trying to learn everything I can is certainly a plus. I will start training at the beginning of Feb. when my current job ends and will update as it progresses.

@Chinatown Thanks for the input, I never heard from @tscottme but would still like the scoop on Averitt for future reference if anyone has any. Thanks and see ya out there soon! Safe Travels!

 

Yes, it was the Goodlettsville terminal. The friend told me that there’s even some sort of racial lawsuit pending at the moment. I don’t need all that drama in my life, training or not.

 

Well, one step closer. Passed my exams for my CDL Permit yesterday. (yes, my arm hurts from patting myself on the back) lol

aaand new DOT card today.

 

Thanks! I’m going Company driver for now. I figure learn everything I can first without the extra headaches of having to concentrate on everything that comes with leasing. Plus I’ve heard a lot of the leases are a bit sketchy. I’ll have to wait and see on that.
I have a little bit of a head start as I currently drive OTR regionally in a non-CDL straight truck. Still have to hit the weigh stations, elds etc. (yep right now I’m one of the guys you hate to see at the pump..lol but on the bright it doesn’t take long and I actually pull up when I’m done. HaHa)