My issues with KLLM are probably the same I would have with most companies: Loads that are late when you get the dispatch, trouble communicating...
I just chose FFE over Swift, and I am currently in their training academy. After my research, I felt the FFE training academy would be better,...
Most of the test questions are based upon US DOT regs and not just a states regs. I just tested in Texas and had no problem passing general...
I am planning to get the Verizon Smart phone with the Jet Pack hot spot they offer as soon as I can afford it. I picked FFE because they offer...
I'm curious about this. I am just entering training for FFE and will be going OTR soon. I just purchased a laptop computer. What are some apps...
I was going to attend, but changed my mind and decided on just going to FFE training academy for free with a one year contract. Del Mar is very...
What I can tell you after going through the process of being accepted at my new company is this. I had an outstanding record of employment since...
I talked to another FFE driver that went through the Academy about the hearing test, and he said the same thing. If you can hear them snap...
What is knocking them out? Medical issues?
I'm really curious as to how the trainee in a trainer's truck eats during that phase of his career just after orientation and before being issued...
So basically, the vast majority is no touch freight. Not really a big deal for me anyway as I unloaded reefers and dry grocery vans daily for...
I worked in Walmart for nine years, and there is no way a person can live on $50 per month and get enough nutrition. If you ate just two cans of...
FREEZERGEEZER, thanks for your comments. This is the type of message I believe newbie truckers should be reading and heading. As for me, I wear...
I have read and heard that FFE does drop and hook, has to sometimes unload, and also sometimes have loads that require multiple stops like LTL....
Again, good luck. I am looking forward to your next post.
roadrunner70, let me offer my congratulations on sticking it out and getting through that first year. Most of the long time drivers I have talked...
Awesome post, Klkruger. I too love to sample the local finer cuisine, and that will be high on my list of activities when I take a few days off...
Ibkcam, I would love to hear how your first week goes before I get there. I understand they give the physical on the first day, and would really...
Oh, c##p. I'm a Longhorn fan. I'm done for :biggrin_25524: I better go incognito. You might not be safe either Ibkcam, considering the way TT...
I just want to thank all the drivers that are giving the good, solid advice for the newbies like myself. It is greatly appreciated. It is so...
