May be going with Averitt, waiting on offer. Can anyone tell me what to expect during orientation. Especially driver's test, always get nervous on...
I backed into another truck at a Flying J. I was company driver and truck I hit was company owned. Minimal damage. Again, happened at truck stop....
Just curious. I know I couldn't do it based on what I've seen some flat bed drivers struggle with. But, I'm pretty lazy anyway. Good luck. Only...
I am also 60, and have been driving for 1 year as a company driver. Strictly dry van. Started with Swift, and I appreciated their allowing me to...
You are right. Quote just hit me wrong. Believe what you want, let's get back to the forum.
Canada not required. Yes, there may be a time when you are asked to pull a reefer, and traing will be minimal. Usually over the phone or Qualcomm....
Been with Crete 2 months. 1st 5-6 weeks good miles. Last 2 weeks have been terrible. Had a 56 hour 400 mile run earlier this week. Current load...
Loves in big town of Charleston, TN. Headed home after drop tomorrow. Been a long 3 weeks.
Sorry about the "anything that breathes". They hired me, so bears out point. Sure you will do well with them. Good luck.
You will cap out at about $.32, but always $.25 empty. You will average 1500 - 2200. Depending on your truck, you should stay rolling. Shop time...
Anyone had any dealings with Crete's purchase program. I understand that it is a true purchase, not lease/purchase.
I am a new driver (solo 4 months) and am wanting to become an O/O. Your information has been invaluable to me in getting things in order to make...
Thanks for the advice. Good point.
After you get your truck, can you have passengers immediately or is there a wait time (6 months, 3?). I am starting orientation on 10/12 in...
I will be going through Swift orientation this coming week. Anyone that has taken their road test recently, description would be appreciated.
Been reading the Forum for a while and really have enjoyed the advice, views, etc. I am 59 and changing careers to trucking from health care...
I am set to start Swift orientation in Atlanta next week. I attended a small driving school that mainly did just enough to get your CDL. Very...
Great post for a newbie. Also in Alabama, Huntsville. Just got my CDL and scheduled to start orientation with Swift this coming week. Hopefully...
Since my post, have had a chance to talk with a lot of other drivers and they share your opinion. Good enough for me. Got licensed today, so...
Thanks. Got license today. Worried about finding a job with a decent company at my age (59). You're right, I've got a long way to go before I need...