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New hire orientation

Discussion in 'Experienced Truckers' Advice' started by Walkertwin, Apr 7, 2015.

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  1. Apr 7, 2015 #1
    Walkertwin

    Walkertwin Bobtail Member

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    I have orientation Monday with JB HUNT. The choice I have is between them and Arnold transport. I'm leaving the oilfield life for now to many hours cut and pay cuts. With that said I'm putting my CDL to use and I loo forward to this. I just hope this was a good move any advice.
     
    Walkertwin, Apr 7, 2015
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  3. Apr 8, 2015 #2
    Chinatown

    Chinatown Road Train Member

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    Why not tankers; much more annual pay in tankers.
    Will you still live in Texas? Groendyke Transport is a good outfit.
     
    Chinatown, Apr 8, 2015
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  4. Apr 8, 2015 #3
    Walkertwin

    Walkertwin Bobtail Member

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    I have my tankers and haz mat problem is only had CDL 6 months need the experience so I can get that type of job. Thanks for the input. I'll definitely check into it.
     
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  5. Apr 8, 2015 #4
    Chinatown

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    If you want local/home every day, check Coastal Transport.
    Some companies say they want 12 mos. experience, but still bend their hiring rules for high quality applicants.
     
    Chinatown, Apr 8, 2015
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  7. Apr 8, 2015 #5
    Walkertwin

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    That was first on my list they require minimum 8months experience. I wil be applying in few months so I can be home more with the wifey and kiddos.
     
    Walkertwin, Apr 8, 2015
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  8. Apr 8, 2015 #6
    Walkertwin

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    I feel like its a good decision. As a kid I was in aww being three years old and sitting at grandmas make in the truckers blow their air horns..
     
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  9. Apr 8, 2015 #7
    orangepicker

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    JB otr? bad choice....let us know how it go's
     
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  10. Apr 8, 2015 #8
    spindrift

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    I've read in other threads that if you're a rookie, you should stay on your first job for at least a year, otherwise you run the risk of getting screwed on your DAC. But reading this thread, I come away with the impression that I might be able to sign onto a tanker outfit in less than 8 months. Exactly how could I make that happen, assuming I was looking for a local gig?
     
    spindrift, Apr 8, 2015
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  11. Apr 8, 2015 #9
    Erick Evans

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    It will go on your DAC, but as long as you don't abandon the truck, have a major wreck, or get fired you won't be screwed. It will simply say under your employment history on your DAC that you were employed by that company.
     
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  12. Apr 15, 2015 #10
    Walkertwin

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    Well the jb hunt deal didn't work out. So I am in orientation with Cypress Truck Lines looks like flat bed it is.
     
    Walkertwin, Apr 15, 2015
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