Experience with YRC ( includes YRC, New Penn, USF Reddaway and Holland

I went through Sage at Ivy Tech to get my CDL. Paid for it out of my own pocket so I wouldn't be obligated to anyone. That way, I could look for the best job. And no doubt, for a guy like me with no experience, YRC was the best opportunity I could find and I feel lucky to have it.

 

A bad case of diarrhea is better than peddling freight all day in New York City. Lol

 

Yes indeed. I went to FedEx Express just to get my CDL & I as well felt fortunate to get hired here with only 1 year (part time) experience. Many people said, "Aren't you afraid they'll go out of business?". I said, "No, I have nothing to lose. If they go under, I'll move on".

 

Amen to that squonk. Operating profit for the first time in a few years and a sign on the terminal front corner...NOW HIRING drivers, full-time, part-time, etc. The company website has driver positions posted for all over the place. Looks like we'll be ok for a few more days. lol.

 

I want to get a GPS before I get out on my own. It's coming down to 2, the Garmin Dezl and the Rand McNally LMT. Both 7" display, but each one has a couple of features I like that the other one doesn't have. I'm having trouble deciding. The Garmin has this sweet feature that tells you what lane to get in to take your exit well in advance, the Rand McNally has a feature choice that allows you to select to avoid small roads and stay on the highway as much as possible. Both are set up for all the trucking requirements. I will definitely have an Atlas for a backup. Do any of you guys have some insight on these 2 that could help me make up my mind?

 

I have the Rand McNally 720 & like it alot.