I know I will obviously be out my time and travel expenses but I don't see any other real way to get a taste of actually securing a load to the deck and tarping. Only question is will I get anything hands on before I commit to the job?
Recent cdl grad looking at swift or stevens
Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by GettingRolling, Sep 3, 2018.
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Flatbed securement & tarping is very intensive at Melton and Jones Bros. When they get through with you at orientation and time with a trainer, you'll be well prepared for flatbedding.
System Transport also hires new cdl grads for flatbed.
I know for sure Melton and Jones Bros. are true 48 state carriers.
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I have no doubt their program is great, I'm just wondering if I will get to be hands on before committing I don't want to waste their time or mine if I'm still questioning if I could handle that lifestyle. I think I could do it but I kind of want to know if it's for me, know what I'm saying? -
"and count against me" It should not. However you might be asked about it. Just be honest and say I did not think skateboarding was my cup of tea.GettingRolling Thanks this. -
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Have you checked out companies like Prime that have Flatbed, Tankers and Reefers or Maverick that has Flatbeds, reeders and glass, that way, if flatbedding doesn’t work for you, there is the option of changing what you’re hauling without changing employers?
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You can go to Melton’s orientation and do the 8 days and quit. You can also do the 3 week training with a trainer and quit. You absolutely have no obligations to them or anyone else after going to orientation. Bring your own cash to take greyhound home. No biggie.
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I found melton to be a good company for me to learn. Learn everything. I also found them incredibly irritating at times. I often posted on here about stuff that was maddening. I stayed 2 years. I’m not disgruntled at them and feel my time was worth it. They also aren’t the only game in town.
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