So Much Information...

I've been looking into starting a career in truck driving. I realize there is a ton of information out there regarding company sponsored training and which company to go with. From what I gather the choices seem to come down to pay, location, home time etc. I am in Colorado and I know of the major companies that have training, it seems to be pick your poison with these places. From what I've read Jim Palmer, Knight, Prime all seem to be decent places and probably the best options considering my location. I have a few of questions if anyone has any input it would be greatly appreciated.

1. I would prefer to do western regional runs after getting my CDL, any of the above mentioned major companies or one I didn't mention be a better option than the other?

2. Are there any smaller companies that provide CDL training and are good to work for that aren't among those commonly listed?

3. I've read tankers are the route to go considering the pay is better. I know Prime has a tanker division, do new drivers get to haul tankers or is there a time/experience factor that comes into play?

 

Tanker if the pay is better. But seeing how I don't have much knowledge of the three I wouldn't really know what would the best option would be.

 

I just found out Schneider has partnered with a CDL school in Denver. I'm going to go to a recruiting event in August. I also believe they have s tanker division

 

Do they provide CDL training or just hired new CDL drivers?