FNG in Central Washington

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Fourspeedwagon, Oct 25, 2018.

  1. Fourspeedwagon

    Fourspeedwagon Bobtail Member

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    My first post here— I’m new to big trucks, but am fairly mechanical and grew up Farm Boy. I have been towing and driving flatbed/straight truck for twenty years. Last week I completed CDL school with all my endorsements and now the next step.. Get a Job!
    Jobs I see advertised in the usual spots are frustrating. Even the job board at school all said “2 years experience required”. Why would they put up a poster at a school if they require experience? School owner said “if they post here, they’ll hire new drivers” which makes sense- except I’m yet to get even a callback from one of them.
    Any suggestions for a person to gain experience and a livable gig while doing so? I have a wife and kids etc but we’ve discussed that if I have to go otr to get rolling I will. I live just outside Yakima Wa if that helps someone make a suggestion.
    Thanks!
     
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  3. spindrift

    spindrift Road Train Member

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    I'm really surprised that you're not getting a call back from a company that advertises at your school. I remember that my school vetted anyone that advertised or visited the school. You're absolutely correct, why advertise knowing that everyone won't have experience. I'd make a visit to whomever at the school is responsible for "marketing" their students and pose the question to them. Additionally, I'd make either a follow-up phone call or personal visit to the companys.

    Good luck.
     
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  4. Chinatown

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    We'll find a good for you on here. You may not have to do OTR, unless you want to. @JReding lives in Washington and may give you some leads also.
    Leavitt's Freight Service - www.leavitts.com has hired a few drivers right out of school.
    • CDL qualified with less than 2 years' experience? We will consider your application and upgrade your skills. (You must have your CDL we are NOT a CDL school)
    • Must currently reside in Oregon or Washington
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    Trans-System - www.trans-system.com - three different divisions to choose from and they hire new cdl graduates. I'm surprised the school didn't have information about this company.
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    Lynden Transport - www.lynden.com
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    Brown Line Transportation - owned by Lynden Transport
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  5. Chinatown

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    Gemini Motor Transport - owned by Love's Truck Stops.
    Hires drivers from accredited cdl schools.
    Click here to apply > Apply On Company Site
    Gemini Motor Transport operates trucks across the United States, servicing Love's Travel Stops, wholesale and retail customers.
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  6. Fourspeedwagon

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    Lynden is one I’ve been trying to reach as well. I’m only a few miles from their Sunnyside location and they’re ad (which they run constantly) doesn’t mention a certain experience requirement. Thinking I should drive over there and see if I can find an actual person since I’m not having luck with their online application.
     
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  7. spindrift

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    Absolutely. Nothing better than showing initiative.
     
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  8. Chinatown

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    UPS Truckload :
    Click here to apply > Apply On Company Site
    UPS Freight Truckload is hiring motivated professional truck drivers to work as full-time Dedicated OTR Dry Van Drivers. This position involves driving a tractor-trailer for the over-the-road delivery of freight to two or more locations. Dedicated drivers are primarily assigned to run freight for one dedicated customer and may be assigned to an operation based at a specific customer location.
    Dedicated OTR Truck Drivers are typically on the road from 1-2 days at a time.
    CDL-A Truck Driver Requirements

    • Pass DOT physical & UPS Freight road test
    • Have a valid CDL-A with – hazmat not required
    • Comply with appearance standards
    • Be 21 years of age
    • Must be able to read, write, & speak the English language
    • Must meet the DOT/company physical requirements
    • Must receive satisfactory results from background check
    • Must pass a drug screening
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    J.R. Simplot Company - cdl school grads.
    Click here to apply > Apply On Company Site
    Operates gasoline and/or diesel powered tractor/trailer combinations to transport agriculture products such as feed commodities and other materials in loose or packaged form.
    • Operates a tractor/trailer combination to transport agriculture products, feed commodities and livestock; drives local haul and/or long haul.
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  10. Long FLD

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    Call Wilson Logistics in Missoula too. You might be able to get weekends off at home since they bought out Haney.
     
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  11. Chinatown

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    Lynden hires new cdl graduates.
    @Fourspeedwagon
    J.R. Simplot is also in Sunnyside.
     
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  12. Fourspeedwagon

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    Thanks for the ideas. I just now finished the Loves/Gemini application. I went to the UPS site but they aren’t currently looking it says. I think I filled out there before so it’s with them on file. I’ve been trying to get the Simplot application site to work for an hour now. The page freaks out and crashes when I try to add previous employment. Maybe it doesn’t work with an iPad.. I’ll try to find a pc to work off of and try again.

    Ace has a center not far away and it advertises at the school. Any opinions on them? They haven’t replied to me, I went there day before yesterday and the person to talk to was out for lunch. I left a message and nothing.
     
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