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Can someone tell me about the Maverick Regional Southwest Flatbed Division?

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by anoldtrucker55, Jun 15, 2013.

  1. Jun 15, 2013 #1
    anoldtrucker55

    anoldtrucker55 Bobtail Member

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    Can someone tell me about the Maverick Regional Southwest Flatbed Division? Where it runs and what ? Or what to expect out of Dallas Tx. Just some general info about how it works.

    Thanks
     
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  3. Jun 15, 2013 #2
    jxu417

    jxu417 Road Train Member

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    I know a guy in that division and I have forwarded your question to him. Expecting an answer shortly. Stand by....
     
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  4. Jun 15, 2013 #3
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    jxu417 Road Train Member

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    Here is my friend's answer to your question verbatum: "I've run TX, OK, KS, MO, AR, LA,TN, IL, and AL. Freight can be sheet rock, bar, pipe, coils, lumber. As far as hometime, I have only been hung out 2 times in 18 mos." He is a good dude, and loves his job with Maverick. Good luck!
     
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    Oh, forgot to mention he lives in Ft. Worth, TX
     
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  7. Jun 15, 2013 #5
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    Hey tell your friend thanks for all the great info! Yes I have be approved for flatbed training, but I'm a little concerned about all of the tarping and loading stuff. Do you now if everything has to be tarped? Or when it is required? I have a lot of experience at van, end dump and reefer but just haven't had the flatbed training. I have been reading on here and everyone say Maverick is great. Thanks again!
     
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  8. Jun 16, 2013 #6
    jxu417

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    Well, for that division I would GUESS that probably only about maybe half of their loads actually require tarp. Usually a load of sheet rock, gray bar or pipe does not require tarped. However, most coils and lumber loads will need to be tarped usually.Now, keep in mind that Maverick has what's known as "Winter Tarping rules" which means during the winter months- when there is a great possibility of salt on the roads- not to mention all the moisture- all steel loads must be tarped.
     
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  9. Jun 16, 2013 #7
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    And yes, Maverick is an outstanding company to drive for. You will be very impressed, I promise.
     
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