Is Butler a good starter

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    Does anyone have any recent experience with Butler. I have my CDL but no experience
     
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    Thanks but it looks like they require experience don’t they?

    I’m looking for recent info on Butler
     
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    No, Diesel Direct hires with zero experience.
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    "We pay new CDL drivers while they are trained by our experienced team."
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    Company Paid CDL Licensing Fee
    "We pay for the licensing fee to get a commercial driver’s license, and the compulsory endorsements to get started as a CDL driver."
     
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    Great, thanks! I got my CDL with all endorsements two years ago. I just don’t have experience but I’ll definitely give them a call.
     
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    Let me know how it works out with Diesel Direct.
     
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    I started at Butler and had no regrets (I'm assuming you're talking about Butler Transport in KC. I know there's another company out there that's just called Butler).

    You're out with a trainer for 3-4 weeks, the training time is based on hours behind the wheel so it can be done in three but closer to four is more realistic. Also there is no team driving so the trainer is in the seat next to you the whole time.

    I was there for 18 months before I moved on and still get monthly cards in the mail asking me to come back.
    This was over 3 years ago.

    If you have any specific questions just ask.
     
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    Yeah that’s who I meant. Thanks for the info!
     
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    This is one of the companies I am considering. Is it forced dispatch for company drivers? What were average weekly miles? What was the general feel of the company culture? Did you move on due to a better opportunity or was there something about the company that you wanted out? Ok, I know that is a quite a few questions. Hard to find information on this company, so I am taking the liberty to try to pick your brain. Thank you, in advance.