does gordon hire rookie driver

pattyj · Nov 13, 2013

Nice feedback,this is one time im glad you proved me wrong.

Victor_V said: ↑

Not true, pattyj!

The situation at Gordon has changed dramatically. Acquired by Heartland. See: http://www.thetruckersreport.com/tr...d-express-inc-acquires-gordon-trucking-7.html

I've had long-running 'issues' with some over the miles to expect at Gordon. Cheerleader claims of miles and miles and miles were not typical except for a select few on the US Fleet, for example. Because Heartland is publicly traded, their new disclosures show that Gordon was a short haul carrier all along, over 25% of loads under 100 miles and 40% 100-400. In fact, only about 8% of Gordon loads exceed 1000 miles. But because Gordon was privately held, cheerleaders could claim ANYTHING. Now they can't.

The truth is out and public record. Gordon = Short haul carrier.

Makes me feel very vindicated. 65% of loads under 400 miles. Which is just what I've said all along. Gordon never was a big long haul carrier.

This might be a GOOD time to apply with HTLD/GTI since some drivers may not want to work for HTLD. But expect some turbulence ahead if hired. The policy going forward is 'keep the best, get rid of the rest'. HTLD has a better CSA score for HOS and Vehicle Maintenance than Gordon and GTI's was excellent. Gives HTLD a big, nationwide footprint.

You would want to talk to a GTI recruiter, though. HTLD still requires one year experience. GTI's student program will continue. The small reefer fleet (14%) will continue. Teams (3-5%) will continue. Gordon is considered 'picky' about what CDL schools they accept so would be smart to talk to a recruiter ASAP.
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byebye · Nov 14, 2013

I'm live 28, Miles south of tri city and I've only seen team adds after winter and works slows down for a few months for me I'm going to call gti and start at going to in Pasco DTS they offer a 240 hours program I believe I've also been told they have 3 different ones to choice from

Jrdude5 · Dec 13, 2013

Whats the starting pay for a rookie.

Newtrucker bak · Dec 13, 2013

Not sure but I only have six months and they offered me .31 mile

Jrdude5 · Dec 14, 2013

Thanks newtrucker.

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