Considering Werner

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by eddytude, Nov 3, 2010.

  1. eddytude

    eddytude Bobtail Member

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    My instructor at CDL school drove for Werner and states that they are no worse than any other company and praised their equipment, but I have read on this board to stay away from Werner, is Werner an acceptable company for a rookie to get some experience? Also, I live in SE PA, where would I do orientation their website has no specifics, thanks in advance.
     
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  3. kenworthw900

    kenworthw900 Light Load Member

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    Well I went with them and as soon as I got there i left do to no communication so its all about how you get treated. I would stay away but do your research man look at all posabilites.
     
  4. Rocky64

    Rocky64 Medium Load Member

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    There are several ways to get your experience fresh out of school. An otr training company like Werner is how the majority of drivers got their start. Plan on using your smarts and survival mode to "just get by" at first... I went to CRST to get mine, and I dont usually bash them because I was immature and young minded, like most, and unprepared. I recommend CRST if you are gonna go with a BFI to get yours....
     
  5. Ranger_309

    Ranger_309 Medium Load Member

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    Werner makes Swift look good, IMO. :biggrin_255:

    Whats that say for them?

    My .02 cents.
     
  6. RizenPhoenix

    RizenPhoenix Road Train Member

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    Well, never worked for them but let me dispel your idea they have well maintained equipment. Earlier this year I was waiting for my load to get loaded at a insulation plant in Santa Clara, CA and this warner was parked next to me. It was a Cascadia so it couldn't have been older then a '08 and it was in poor shape. The tank covers on both sides where cracked up. The Cab extender on one side was missing and the cherry on top of the crap cake was that the bumper was held in place with a cargo load strap.

    :biggrin_25513:

    Did I mention that the guy was a trainer and had a student with him?
     
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