Hired by Swift.....anyone go through there program?

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Kingty9183, Nov 10, 2020.

  1. MysticHZ

    MysticHZ Road Train Member

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    Go over to the Swift forum in the company section ... There are company drivers in there who've been with Swift for years. They can give you a more objective opinion.

    I went through the Richmond terminal a few times when I was pulling for Swift
    The folks there at the time seemed decent.

    Good luck.
     
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  3. Savor the Flavor

    Savor the Flavor Medium Load Member

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    Whaddabout whiskey?

    Axin' for a friend....
     
  4. Six9GS

    Six9GS Road Train Member

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  5. austinmike

    austinmike Road Train Member

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    Youll be fine. I never worked for Swift, but i did start at a mega company. Just stay focused on learning the in's and out's of the industry. When in doubt, GET OUT AND LOOK! Good Luck -
     
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  6. Roguefox

    Roguefox Light Load Member

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    I am curious, you have to take the bus to Richmond from where?
     
  7. Kingty9183

    Kingty9183 Light Load Member

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    Connecticut
     
  8. aussiejosh

    aussiejosh Road Train Member

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    Welcome to the Wide world of truck drivers I just hope you get paired up with a decent trainer I just can't image having to team up with someone for 6 weeks in a tiny cab.
     
  9. Almalexiah

    Almalexiah Bobtail Member

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    Run as fast as you can. Swift has a terrible reputation. Try to find another reputable company that doesn't have such a bad rep. I recommend Super T Transport based out of Idaho Falls. They treat their drivers very well. Pay isn't top notch but they take new/student drivers and like I said, they treat their drivers great.
     
  10. Dockbumper

    Dockbumper Road Train Member

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    When did you go through Swift's training program. How long did you drive for them? What specific terrible things did you experience while you were there???
     
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  11. Lite bug

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    Your signature line reminds of a guy I ran into South of Roanoke. I parked beside a dude had worked in the tech industry lost his job during the financial crisis. Very next day I ran into him at Flying J Cattlesberg Ky. This dude had small dog and loved operating that truck. I was running the pickup with gooseneck.
     
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