Company choices for me

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  1. KenB

    KenB Bobtail Member

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    Hey all, thanks for checking my thread.

    I'm near Gainesville, MO (2 hrs from Springfield, MO, 4 hrs from Little Rock, AR).
    Coming from a 14 yr run as a data analyst (meaning no trucking experience, but also no traffic or drug issues).
    I am hesitant to say need, so I'll say I would really prefer being home weekly (doesn't have to be the weekend).
    I have applications started for Maverick flatbed (first choice) and Wilson Logistics. I haven't spoken to a recruiter for either yet though.
    I will let them know I am willing to tough it out and drive for up to 6 hours a day (just seeing if you were actually reading what I'm putting here ;)).
    I am not opposed to paid cdl training, or private cdl school, though I am leaning towards the latter if neither of the 2 companies I applied to will send me. I have briefly spoken to a recruiter from 160 Driving Academy in Springfield.
    I am also looking at TMC, Ozark Motor Lines, and TrailLiner. For any of these I would do private school.
    I have a DOT physical tomorrow and I have been studying for the permit (Wilson wants this before any training).
    I am looking to start training (paid or private) around the beginning of August. Will see how that timeline goes.

    Any other companies that might work for me? @Chinatown
    Any other info you need from me to help?

    Thanks all.
     
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  3. Chinatown

    Chinatown Road Train Member

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    All those choices you posted look ok for a new driver just getting started.
    Here's some more to consider also:
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    Transport National
    Transport National
    Two terminals; Joplin & Springfield.
    CDL School tuition reimbursement.
    Paid vacation after 6 months of service, paid holidays
    Great balance of work and home time
     
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    Chinatown Road Train Member

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    Transportation Company Jobs | Drive For Dot | Dot ...
    https://drivefordot.com
    CDL School tuition reimbursement.
    3 terminals in Missouri:
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    Sikeston, Missouri - Terminal
    127 Harlene Street
    Sikeston MO 63801
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    St. Joseph, Missouri - Terminal
    5914 Mitchell Ave
    St. Joseph MO 64503
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    Strafford, Missouri - Terminal
    201 N Cartage
    Strafford MO 65757
     
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    Keim TS - Flatbed Trucking Company
    keimts.com
    We've Raised Our Pay:
    Our Drivers Continue to Raise the Bar, So We Raised Our Pay.
    99% of Drivers are Home Every Weekend.
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    Keim TS
    115 N Main
    Braymer, MO 64624
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    Home | Paul Transportation Inc.
    https://paulinc.com
    Paul Transportation is a premiere Flatbed truckload carrier that specializes in hauling freight that requires an open deck flatbed trailer
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    Before graduation from CDL school, get all the endorsements plus a TWIC identification card.
    All these give you more choices of jobs and are money in the bank.
     
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    If you got 500 bucks, call Witte Bros in Troy, MO
     
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