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Getting my ducks in a row

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by bigbaycon, Sep 24, 2017.

  1. Sep 24, 2017 #1
    bigbaycon

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    Alright, I'm finally pulling the trigger on this. Gave my work 2 weeks notice and starting 160 Driving Academy here near STL on Oct 9.
    Been talking to Maverick for regional flatbed afterward, and looks like they can reimburse my tuition if I decide to go with them. So that's my plan for now!
    Can you guys say this is a safe way to go? From what I hear Maverick is a great company, especially for newbies. I would love to be home every night, but I realize that might not be possible for 0 experience guys.
    And before someone says "flatbed is a lot of work," I realize that, but I think I will be fine considering my previous job experience working package delivery for fedex.
    Thanks!
     
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  3. Sep 24, 2017 #2
    IluvCATS

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    Good idea. For real. Good company for learning securment and safety.
     
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  4. Sep 24, 2017 #3
    IluvCATS

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    Google dale clay and watch his you tube videos to get an idea of maverick.
     
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  5. Sep 24, 2017 #4
    bigbaycon

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    Ya! I've been watching Dale, and also Craig Ryan. Both have awesome stuff
     
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  7. Sep 24, 2017 #5
    STexan

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    Maveric flatbed and STL should be a good fit for regular hometime and consistent work, also a good place/mode to start with
     
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  8. Sep 24, 2017 #6
    RoadRooster

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    As Jake the young lad on Two and a Half Men one said, you can't get ducks in a row there too willy-nilly.

    I quote wisdom regardless of where it comes from.
     
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  9. Sep 25, 2017 #7
    tscottme

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    Maverick has very good flatbed securement training & seems to be a good company. There are "home daily" jobs in most places like dump trucks, trash hauling, construction, soda/beer, etc.

    I like tuition reimbursement after you find s company. Finding a company that suits you is the biggest factor in stayin in trucking or being out within a year. I think Maverick is a good choice for some drivers.
     
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