A little research

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First of off welcome to the forum,as for companies I only can state my experience with Werner.When I was with them I got .27cpm at first during 48 and then I got a dollar general account and was getting .32cpm.Now with 48 states I was getting around 2000-2200 per week.When the D.G account was getting around 1200-1500 miles a week.This was back in 07 have heard its still the same today but I don't know for sure.Believe me you will hear tons of bad about most the companies you listed Werner is fair from the best but its a start.But what I tell newbies all the time pick a company that best suites your needs.If you live near a truck stop,stop by talk to some drivers,most will be happy to tell you what they think and how many miles there getting and pay etc.I did that a day and got good input.Which ever company you go with try to get at lease 6 months experience before changing companies.

Good luck and drive safe.

 

Better yet...start with a good company and stay there.

I see one good company on your list, and one...maybe 2, decent companies...keep researching.

 

I would say to add Maverick to your list, but you're just outside of their hiring area. They may still hire you though...give em a call.

 

I don't think there is anyway you are going to get a straight answer about miles. Miles really depend on driver performance and sometimes senority. So with that being said if freight is good that week and you are a good driver that doesn't piss off your DM you will get good miles. As a new driver I wouldn't put all your focus on that anyway. It is going to be tough on you and you will probably not want a lot of miles to start off. Plus to get really good miles you have to really know the ins and outs of logging and that is going to take you a little while to figure out. Focus on not crashing, being on time, pleasing your DM and learn your log book in and out. As for picking a company make your self a list as far as what is important to you and then do your research. Find a company that best suits your needs. Don't be afraid to look outside of the mega carriers. Some of the mom and pop companies have really nice trucks and pay really well while leaving you alone to do your job. These mega companies are on your ### 24/7. They won't leave you alone with the qualcomm! Good luck.

 

There went one of your decent companies...

If Schneider will hire you, go there...I started with Schneider and it was as good as can be expected. I would have never left, but Maverick bought what used to be Schneider Specialized and I went with it.

At Schneider...I was treated good, got home, got paid, bills got paid. Just remember one thing...this job is what YOU make of it. Work safe, smart, legal, and hard...in that order.

Good luck

 

Add Maverick to your list. I'm a straight shooter type of person and hate listening to lies from a recruiter. Here at Maverick....I sound like one, anyways they've kept their word from the get go. Miles (that always varies), home time, pay, etc. Everybody I talked to throughout orientation said the same thing. They're honest. It's hard as hell to get on with them but once you're here you won't be leaving any time soon. If you do decide to join Maverick, go GLASS!!!! Trust me on that. The pay is ridiculous. But as a whole they're a good company

Sincerely yours
Recruiting LOL
On a serious note go with what makes sense to you and your situation. Finding a good company is really finding a company who's bull....you can put up with. Each one has its flaws