Life Company

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by ajhoward, Oct 2, 2013.

  1. ajhoward

    ajhoward Bobtail Member

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    Ive been driving for 3 years OTR. I was wondering if anyone has any advice on a company to get on with and stay with for life. Im running with swift right now. I got my experience and can move on to someone else. Id do OTR for a few years more but eventually id like to go local and be home every night kind of thing. Andy ideas or advice would be greatly appreciated. Want to find a company and stick with it. one with good benefits and all. Thanks
     
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  3. Chinatown

    Chinatown Road Train Member

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    There are several companies that would be good for a career. We need to know your location first to know which companies you're in the hiring area for.
     
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    ajhoward Bobtail Member

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    Im in Southern California. I have a perfect record no accidents or anything bad on it. I live in San Bernardino basicaly
     
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  5. Chinatown

    Chinatown Road Train Member

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    OK, good.
    My first choice would be A&R Transport. Non-hazmat tanker with average pay $62K per year.
    After that, any hazmat/tanker company will probably pay very well and have good benefits + 401K.
    I made average $65K with good benefits with hazmat/tanker OTR.
    With tanker experience it sets you up for some good local work in the future hauling fuel or chemicals. Check Careerbuilder and Indeed websites for local jobs.

    A good flatbed company hiring in CA is System Transport, with average pay $50K per year. Check trans-system website for info on that company. Decent benefits and good positive reviews from the current drivers. Trucks have APU's.

    As for refrigerated, look at Holland Enterprises, avg. pay $60K per year and good benefits. Trucks have APU's.

    Melton Truck Lines, avg. pay $50K per year and excellent healthcare/medical benefits for driver & family. Trucks have APU's.

    Research the websites and maybe one of these is what you're looking for in a career. Best wishes.
     
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  6. ajhoward

    ajhoward Bobtail Member

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    Thanks for the info. That will give me some good starting points. Much Appreciated
     
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    China, I have to say, as a wanna-soon to be, your insight is nothing short of spectacular. I would like to thank you. It's invaluable.


    Pete
     
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  8. luvtotruck

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    Now go change your "Avatar" to reflect this! I promise no one will show up asking for a donation or to sell you Girl Scout cookies or the Famous Ammos Cookie Dough1, i'm not sure why people don't think they should fill in their location? Thanks.
     
  9. Lonesome

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    Also look at private carriers, like WalMart, Ashley Furniture, or similar.
     
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    My vote would be Walmart.... If you lasted 3 years with Swift, you are likely patient-easy going and work well with others...... That ought to make finding a comfortable long term job rather easy.
    second choice would be hauling mail.
     
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