Driver Solutions/ Trucking School/Joining Pam Transport

So I have been talking to this company called, "Driver Solution", and they are telling me that they will help me go to trucking school without any up front fee. On top of that they are saying I can receive a $1200 sign up bonus. I just have to sign a contract with Pam Transport for one year. I was reading some threads on this site and came across one that puzzled me. The guy was talking about how he wasn't making much money at Pam Transportation and could be making more by working at Mcdonalds. I dont know how true this is but it concerns me a bit. Another thing he complained about, that is on my mind, is team driving. I don't think I will mind the team driving although one can never really tell (I guess it depends on your partner). I was a truck driver in the Army and drove weeks on end with the same guy. Everyday. The guy on the thread I was reading, was talking about himself being a solo driver and how he didnt want to work in teams. I just want to make some money. Will there actually be decent money to be made at Pam Transportation working in a team? Will I be able to stay in a team? If being in a team makes you more money than driving solo then I would want to do that. I am 25, single, looking for natures beauty, and motivated as can be. I just want to know if Pam Transportation is a decent path to take.

 

Thanks for your response. It helped my point of view.

 

I am hoping that I will eventually get my hazmat license. It is odd to me is that I went through an 11 week program in the military to be a truck driver but my training is not considered or even accepted. I used to drive 915's with flat bed trailers, LHS's, LMTV's, and most other transportation vehicles (Except a tanker). During that time I also became hazmat qualified, Just a shame how my years of experience in this field is not accepted in the civilian world. I used to drive from Fort. Lewis to Yakima in 915's . Thanks for your info and time.

 

I can see where new drivers could pose more of a risk than those who have a decent amount of time under their belt. I think that the surge is the largest issue when doing anything with a tanker. From what I understand, they can tip over even if you are going the posted speed. As far as how long you think they should wait before they have to wait before they drive a tanker, well I can't say too much on that. It seems like a probation stage or time period would definitely make since, but, as to how long the probation should be, I would need to see statistics. Thanks for your reply to this thread.

 

I really appreciate your post. It sounds like you are doing quite well. I am sure this winter has affected many drivers but am sure that the summer days are nice. I also refuse to work for peanuts. I want to be able to make an honest and hard living. Thank you for your post and stay safe my friend.