Prime hiring area?

I hope this is the correct forum for this question, I am applying to CDL schools and I'm based out of Seattle Washington. My Prime recruiter told me that based on my app I am qualified to be hired, but can only come on through the leasing program because of where I live. From what I've seen, it looks like it's just an issue of home time. Is there any way that I could come on as company driver if I sign an agreement that I'm not expecting to return to Seattle if I take home time? I'm in a great position with no children/spouse/significant other to return to so home time and where I take it is of no importance to me though I do love my beautiful state! I don't own a home here or lease an apartment, so it's truly no strings attached.

Prime is one of my top two choices so I would actually make the effort to establish residency in another state if it meant I could come on in a company position. I like that they spend a good amount of time training, and they seem to have good pay and reputation for a starter company. I applied to Jim Palmer which was my top choice, but unfortunately I got caught in a speed trap last year and I was going slightly over JPs 15mph limit on speeding tickets so was disqualified. If anyone knows western states that Prime hires company out of, please let me know!

 

Definitely do not want to lease, company all they way. I don't know enough about trucking to make that kind of investment just starting out, and if I did I would save money as company to become owner op. I've read too many lease horror stories, and I figure if companies are pushing them that hard it's because it's a huge benefit to them and probably not to me! Wish you luck in your choice, they both seem like great companies. I wanted Palmer because they are small, run Midwest to West, and have nice trucks and pet policy (on top of good pay and great training). I'll be happy to have Prime though as long as I can be a company driver!

 

I think it's just my location, I think they don't want me to deadhead all the way back to Seattle from wherever the closest terminal or drop spot for their trailers is. I'm pretty sure that's it since I did not specify my preference of any division, and she didn't mention it over the phone. Thanks for the idea though!

 

Thank you so much, I haven't seen this company before and they look great! Seems like a lot of people are excited they aren't merged with Conway and XPO anymore. I hope I meet their requirements!

Thank you, that's what I figured! Ridiculous that they would want to push that on someone who doesn't even have their CDL yet. I can't operate a truck at this point much less maintain it out of pocket!

 

Unfortunately CFI doesn't hire Washington/Oregon/Idaho. Guess I'm looking at a relocation either way unless the Prime recruiter tells me they are able to make an exception if I agree to no home time at my actual home. Otherwise I'm asking her if Nevada residents qualify for company driving so I can keep with the great Washington state tradition of no income tax