south bama man looking for a good start

Hello,

To begin welcome to the trucking industry. I for one would do as much research as you can before choosing a company. Also, I would make sure the school your going to is PTDI certified. Finally, I would look at this section:

Question From New Drivers:

http://www.thetruckersreport.com/truckingindustryforum/questions-from-new-drivers/

In addition to KLLM, I would look at JBS Carriers, Crete, Roehl, and Con-way. If you like flatbedding, check out Boyd Brothers and Roehl.

KH

 

Yes,

KLLM is OK.

 

I just went to work for Roehl and live in South Alabama. Uhm, there are better options imho....

 

Wiley Sanders is right there near you, not the newest equipment but I can't say I've heard much bad about them. They take students, plus they're close to the house, and they offere different divisions than just van. I used to run with some guys that ran bulk tanks over towards J-ville and back on what seemed to be a daily run, worth a look either way.

 

I would suggest that before you choose a company, decide what type of company: dry van, reefer, expediting, tank (food grade or haz mat) open deck (flats, drop decks, rgn etc), car hauling, etc. General truck load freight in a dry box is the bottom of the food chain when it comes to wages. The more you specialize, the more potential you have to make more money. Or to look at it another way, the more time spent on the trailer, the more you should make. After you decide what area of trucking interests you the most, then do your research on those companies that serve that niche. You will burn out quickly doing something you do not like to do.