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Are there any starter tanker companies for experienced newbies?

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Tarzan528, Jun 26, 2014.

  1. Jun 26, 2014 #1
    Tarzan528

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    I used to drive for Roehl transport from 2010 to 2011. Since then I've had a couple of non driving jobs. In 2013 I hooked up with a fed ex line haul contractor to fill a new route that they were supposed to have "any day now". 1 year later I'm still waiting for that route. I'm still an employee there, but have only driven 9 times. So then I decided that I was going to hit the oil fields in Texas. So I got my tanker and hazmat. What I have discovered is that I am now considered an inexperienced driver because my time at Roehl was over 3 years ago.

    So I'm thinking, since I have to pay my OTR dues all over again, I may as well use my tanker endorsement. Are there any tanker companies for experienced newbies? I'm in Michigan, but plan to relocate to Texas or ARizona.
     
    Tarzan528, Jun 26, 2014
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    Chinatown Thanks this.
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  3. Jun 26, 2014 #2
    tjcase85

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    I know Schneider does. Not sure how good it would be though..
     
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  4. Jun 26, 2014 #3
    Chinatown

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    Yes, Schneider Bulk might hire you. They have a good reputation for hiring drivers with a gap in driving. Make some good money there also.
     
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  5. Jun 27, 2014 #4
    Cottonmouth85

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    You may try calling Chalk Mountain Services out of Pleasanton Tx. Pretty good outfit home daily hauling frac sand in dry bulk pneumatic tank.
     
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  7. Jun 27, 2014 #5
    2BucTruck

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    Prime would be another choice, they have their tanker division for those w/ no prior tank experience. I believe they have a NE regional.
     
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  8. Jun 27, 2014 #6
    Tarzan528

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    I tried Chaulk. Said to call him back after I get more experience, same with greonyk, Stevens, and another one I can't think of right now. Gazelle didn't turn me down, but didn't sound confident.
     
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  9. Jun 27, 2014 #7
    Cottonmouth85

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    Try CAB logistics maybe.... and don't 'hang' yourself by giving more info than required.... so you only made 9 trips... you still have a year of otr and around a year of line haul employment. Play to your strengths not your weaknesses.... I'm not saying to flat out lie but keep in mind there are a lot of drivers trying to get these jobs and you have to 'sell' yourself. Best of luck to ya
     
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  10. Jun 29, 2014 #8
    Tarzan528

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    Thanks for the replies everyone. Very helpful. I now have apps in at many of the places mentioned.
     
    Tarzan528, Jun 29, 2014
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  11. Jun 29, 2014 #9
    Shovelhead78

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    Can anybody give me the hiring requirements for a company called Grammer Industries? I looked all thru their web site and couldn't find them. I know they're predominantly a haz-mat tanker outfit, which is where I would like to end up. Yesterday, I found a terminal just 35 miles from my house that I never knew was there, around the Celina Ohio area. I will be knocking on their door one day this week, after school, just thought I'd try to gain as much info as possible before I head over that way. Any information is greatly appreciated.

    A quick hello to you Chinatown. Also to Ethos, good luck with your new ride at Tri-Mac.
     
    Shovelhead78, Jun 29, 2014
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