Going to Boyd Brothers

Discussion in 'Boyd' started by dwalto, Feb 12, 2013.

  1. dwalto

    dwalto Light Load Member

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    I graduated on the 8th and after a lot of consideration, trying to decide how to use my new CDL, I have decided on Boyd. They seem to have a fair pay scale and haven't read too many negative things about them. Flatbed seems like the way to go anyway, from what I've read. So I will be attending orientation on the 18th, following a 13 hour bus ride. Yep. I'm excited and a bit anxious about the whole thing. Wishing I could fast forward 6 or 7 weeks when I will be on my own as a solo. Any one else attending orientation that week?
     
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  3. critters

    critters <b>Late For Dinner</b>

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    I have heard good things about Boyd,congrats on getting your CDL and good luck.
     
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  4. dwalto

    dwalto Light Load Member

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    Made it through orientation and two weeks so far with a trainer and I can't say enough good things about Boyd. They treat their drivers very well and everyone is very friendly.
     
  5. Mattress Monkey

    Mattress Monkey Medium Load Member

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    Flatbedding is for the young, at the start of your driving career boyd has those 70 pd wood tarps nice and heavy...
     
  6. dwalto

    dwalto Light Load Member

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    haha 70? try 120. and I'm 36. I don't feel so young. It's hard work occasionally. But an awesome company. It's difficult waking up and immediately lifting heavy tarps but it's only 2-3 times a week. Having a good support system is awesome and the drivers all look out for each other. My trainer is outstanding. My first weekend was spent on Bourbon street in New Orleans having a great time. Boyd is very picky about who they choose to drive for them, which is a good thing. The pay is much better than most starter companies. Wayyyy better. I feel blessed to be part of this company. Home every weekend too. They leave you alone as long as you get the job done. Nice equipment. Maintenance is outstanding.
     
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  7. Poa Triv

    Poa Triv Bobtail Member

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    Glad u like it here.... Welcome to the family.
     
  8. Jonrulerofearth

    Jonrulerofearth Light Load Member

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    Welcome to Boyd. Good luck
     
  9. jawillson

    jawillson Bobtail Member

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    I was accepted to orientation today and suppose to catch the bus to bham Saturday. I am concerned about some things though. My recruiter said I was good to go. I'm worried that I'll be sent home from orientation. I have an abandonment on my dac from last year, plus I have a felony for child support. I really don't see how I am cleared to work there. I'm pretty excited about it but don't wanna go if they are just gonna send me home from orientation. I have applied for boyd 2-3 times and been told no everyone except this time. Could someone pleads tel me if I should even go or what? Just don't wanna waste my time going if they are gonna send me right back home.
     
  10. jameson bearden

    jameson bearden Light Load Member

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    If I were you, I would call recruiting and ask specifically about the abandonment & felony before I packed up and went to orientation.
     
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