Help me narrow down options! NH new CDL-A

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  1. Chefgoestruckin

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    Hello,
    I am 39 and looking to narrow down some of my choices- any recommendations or company suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

    I live in. The middle of NH (but am close to Portland ME, and about 2 hrs from some of the Terminals in North Reading MA.

    I just graduated and passed my ?CDL-A so I would prefer a company that offers some sort of tuition reimbursement. I am flexible on home time- I don’t mind going OTR to learn but eventually would like to be regional or local (in a couple years).

    I have never had any moving violations, tickets or dui’s on my driving record- and I worked as a UPS driver this past winter season.

    The career counselor at my school highly recommended Werner, and Schneider seems to have a lot of jobs and locations not too far. I just feel so overwhelmed with all the options and trying to make the right decision starting out for me and my family.
    I am fine with a manual or automatic- but would prefer newer equipment.

    Thank you- I appreciate any leads you may have.
     
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    Many schools, especially Roadmasters, push Werner and Schneider. It makes their job placement easy.
    Which town are you in or near?
    Do you have endorsements?
     
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    I am in North Conway NH- I just passed this past Saturday so I will go to the DMV Thursday to pick up my license. I plan on taking my doubles and triples as well as tankers- and should get those endorsements as well. Eventually I will try for Hazmat... but not quite yet.
     
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    FedEx Freight
    • Must possess a class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or a commercial learning permit (CLP) prior to entering job classification
    Click ---> Apply On Company Site
     
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    New Penn
    Always apply, even if you don't think you'll be hired. This is the way many new drivers get a good start in this new career.
    Westbrook, ME
    Regional or OTR, your choice. Experience "preferred" but not "required."
    • At least 21 years of age
    • Valid Class-A CDL with HazMat and tank endorsements
    • Doubles and Triples Endorsements Preferred
    • Click ---> Apply On Company Site
     
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    Dennis Paper and Foodservice
    Freyburg, ME
    This is a Monday – Friday position with no weekend work.
    Click ---> Apply On Company Site
     
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    Best to apply online before any phone calls. This way, all your information is on file when you do call. Sometimes you'll be called right away.
    Sometimes you have to click on : "Apply on Company Site"
    a couple of times before the information shows.
     
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    Helena Agri-Enterprises, LLC
    Local CDL drivers needed! RECENT GRADS! Consistent Miles & Hourly Pay!
    Click ---> Apply On Company Site
     
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    As always, THANK YOU Chinatown
     
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