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TMC West Michigan CDL

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by driverintraining, Jun 22, 2011.

  1. Jun 22, 2011 #1
    driverintraining

    driverintraining Bobtail Member

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    I've been thinking about becoming a truck driver for awhile now. I don't necessarily have the 3 to 5 grand for school and am considering either a loan, Or I just saw in the local paper that TMC is hiring and paying for school through wmcdl. I know I have to sign a contract to work for them for a certain period of time, would this be a good option or should I opt for the loan? I searched the forum and found some bad things on them, but the biggest complaint I saw was lack of home time. Right now I am 21 with no wife, no kids, and figure I don't mind being gone for extended periods, what do you guys think would be the better option? Thanks!
     
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  3. Jun 22, 2011 #2
    Heirforce1

    Heirforce1 Medium Load Member

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    If they have a contract with your local college I say go for it. TMC normally requires you have a cdl first to work with them or have graduated a cdl program. I've heard pretty good things about them and we can definitely applaud you for wanting to become a skateboarder. Anything we can do as fellow forum members dont hesitate to reachout and best of luck!!
     
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  4. Jun 22, 2011 #3
    driverintraining

    driverintraining Bobtail Member

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    Thanks for the advice. Do you think it'd be good to start with a flatbed or would getting some experience on a box first be preferable?
     
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  5. Jun 22, 2011 #4
    WitchingHour

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    Depends on your capabilities. If you're not going to be overwhelmed learning load securement concurrently with getting a feel for actually driving a truck (talking about in the real world, not in a school environment), then go for it. Many a truck driver has successfully started off as flatbedders. And there are some who do get overwhelmed. It all depends on you, really.
     
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