hiring area

Discussion in 'Watkins & Shepard' started by djb2212, Sep 2, 2010.

  1. djb2212

    djb2212 Bobtail Member

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    I live in the chicagoland area. The company website says within a reasonable distance to a terminal to get hired. Can anyone tell me of Chicago is considered a reasonable distance? Thanks for the help!
     
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  3. difference-maker

    difference-maker Light Load Member

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    I believe you have to live within 100-120 miles of a terminal. You can call Roxy in the recruiting office to make sure though. Check their website for the phone number.
     
  4. cagey53

    cagey53 Light Load Member

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    I talked to Roxy this afternoon, she confirmed the 120 mile distance. Seems that in my zipcode I'm 30 miles out of range of the nearest terminal (Dalton GA) but if I move 6 miles east into a different zipcode I'm suddenly ok. I'm writing to the Postmaster General tomorrow to have him put my address in the closer zipcode. (..they can do that, right?)
     
  5. horvath421

    horvath421 Bobtail Member

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    You guys on here are great! I'm looking to find a company with good training. Watkins & Shepard looks good so far. I live 107 miles from the Richmond, KY terminal. Is it true that they use Sage Driver Training?
    Thanks,
    Phil
     
  6. Deserted1

    Deserted1 Medium Load Member

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    Driver training is actually outside, they just have certain requirements and certain companies they prefer drivers to come from. They can recommend a company close to you if you call, but they dont "use" any driver training companies...
     
  7. wulfman75

    wulfman75 Road Train Member

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    Just call Roxy, she'll send you a list of the schools they hire out of your area.
     
  8. horvath421

    horvath421 Bobtail Member

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    Thanks!
    I appreciate it very much.
    You all have a great week and I hope to see you on the road soon.
    Phil - KY
     
  9. davect

    davect Light Load Member

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    wow I am 119 miles from Sayreville, NJ. I guess I just made it!
     
  10. truckerdaddy24

    truckerdaddy24 Road Train Member

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    By the tip of yourrrrrrrr nose!:biggrin_2559:
     
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