im new which company is best to start with

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by sagana, Jan 16, 2008.

  1. sagana

    sagana Bobtail Member

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    I just finished a 320hrs truck driving course and got my cdl.Im new and I would greatly appreacite any advice on which company is the best to work for.Im in minnesota.Thanks.
     
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  3. Willocouple

    Willocouple Light Load Member

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    Congrats on getting your license. Can I ask if you passed on your first try? I'm starting school in Feb and terrified of the test.
     
  4. sagana

    sagana Bobtail Member

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    this to willocouple.Yes i did.It took me like 3days to become comfortable with the shifting though.I took my road test after 1 week then after i passed i started the long runs.
     
  5. jlkklj777

    jlkklj777 20 Year Truckload Veteran

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    I say try and get on with a local outfit if at possible. A company with a terminal close by will afford you greater flexibility as far as home time. Basically starting out you may find that only the larger outfits will consider hiring a student driver. I think Millis is based out of Black River Falls Wisconsin but I really do not know if they are any good or not from a drivers perspective. I think they accept trainees though.

    Perhaps an internet search for Minnesota trucking companies will be a good starting point. Best of luck to you!
     
  6. BigDaddyJollyRob

    BigDaddyJollyRob <strong>"El Oso"</strong>

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    Millis , If you go to Millis you have to go to there school MTI as a newbie.Its a total of $2500. $500 down then $20 per month out of your check and you must sign a contract for 1yr.If you leave before 1yr then your fined $2500 plus what you owe from schooling. If you have 1yr experience no schooling, no contract.Best Of Luck
     
  7. Calitrucker712

    Calitrucker712 Light Load Member

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    I agree if you can get a local or regional it would be ideal. but schneider isnt too from you and neither is davis transport if youd like to try your luck at flat bed. 320 hours is one heck of a course. mine , and most ive heard of, way only half that. keep smart , drive safe, and always look for that horizon.
     
  8. BigDaddyJollyRob

    BigDaddyJollyRob <strong>"El Oso"</strong>

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    My course is 320 hrs you spend alot of time on manuvers,then classwork,going to the park to shift then driving city and highway. It is long and you could get out with 6 weeks of schooling then going onto on the job training.
     
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