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Discussion in 'The Welcome Wagon' started by snowman1, Oct 25, 2012.

  1. Oct 25, 2012 #1
    snowman1

    snowman1 Light Load Member

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    Hi all I have been reading various forums for the last couple of days. I am deployed with the Army right now and I have less than a year to go before they put me out with 17 years under my belt. I have been researching companies and ran into this forum. If someone could give me a no B/S asessment of the three companies that offer CDL schools. Prime Inc., Pam and Swift. It would seem from what I have read that Prime is the best one to go with. I have no interest in leasing but want to be a company driver. I live in Tennessee if anyone has anything on hometime in that area. Thanks.
     
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  3. Oct 25, 2012 #2
    Chinatown

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    While you're still on active duty, ask about VRAP-Veterans Retraining Assistance Program; will pay for driving school. After this there is a good high paying company in Hopkinsville; Bulkmatic.com

    A trucking company CDL school will charge you and you must sign a contract to work for them from 6 mos. to 24 mos. With the VA program, the training is free to you. That's your decision though.

    I can't asnwer your questions about the 3 you mentioned, but your best money will be with refrigerated or tanker.

    Companies with good hometime that would benefit you living in Clarksville:

    Bulkmatic.com (Hopkinsville)
    Tankstar.com (Nashville)
    artransport.com (Terminal in AL, but have rail facility in Nashville)
    greatwide.com (Goodlettsville-Associated Grocers Warehouse)
    Hoge Motor Co. (flatbed-Springfield)

    Best wishes from another vet.

    Another thing, some companies say "X" amount of experience required; but that's not carved in stone, so apply anyway.
     
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  4. Oct 26, 2012 #3
    HmrTime2

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    Hey snowman,
    A little off point, But thanks for your service and I'm sure you will find an answer to your question. There are some really great folks on
    this site that will more than willing to get you the information you are seeking. Take care and good luck!
     
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  5. Oct 26, 2012 #4
    Lilbit

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    Welcome to the party!
     
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  7. Oct 26, 2012 #5
    snowman1

    snowman1 Light Load Member

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    Thanks I have found a wealth of info on here already. Looking forward to being on here for a long time. Hope to have 18 wheels under me soon.
     
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