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Jordan Carriers vs Maverick

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by BigKav, Feb 16, 2019.

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  1. Feb 16, 2019 #1
    BigKav

    BigKav Bobtail Member

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    Both seem like good starter companies. Plenty of info on Maverick to be found and not so much on Jordan. I do like that Jordan is smaller, family feel. Any insight would be greatly appreciated. I'm 48 and in decent shape, looks like the trucking gods are directing me to flatbed.
     
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  3. Feb 16, 2019 #2
    ibcalm19

    ibcalm19 Road Train Member

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    I would do a check list even though you're just getting started. Where do you want to run, how much money, home time, training, type of equipment, etc. You said " Jordan is a smaller family feel". I would compare them side by side according to what you're looking for. All the best for you.
     
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  4. Feb 16, 2019 #3
    Texas_hwy_287

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    You can also check melton, central oregon trucking, R.E West, lone star transportation, william brothers and Tennessee steel haulers.

    Good luck
     
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  5. Mar 2, 2019 #4
    BigKav

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    Finished with orientation and I have to say I'm thrilled to be at Jordan. Drivers with experience in my class from companies like Boyd, Maverick, Melton and TMC are happy too. I'll be making more as a trainee in 6 week's than guys with years of experience were making at those other companies. They are all getting big bumps. Training was thorough and they took good care of us all week. You can tell they don't tolerate BS, we lost about a quarter of the class .
     
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  7. Mar 3, 2019 #5
    Old-school trucker

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    Good deal. Sounds like you found a good home
     
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  8. Mar 3, 2019 #6
    spindrift

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    Lately it seems, I've been seeing a lot of Jordan trucks. They always seem to be squared away in the right places. Best of luck to you.
     
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  9. Jun 12, 2019 #7
    Ajaz0810

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    Just curious how has Jordan been? Do they get you home on the weekend? How many miles a week? Thanks in advance
     
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  10. Jun 13, 2019 #8
    BigKav

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    I have been home every weekend. Usually by Friday afternoon but occasionally Saturday morning. Always get at least 48 hours at home. I'm averaging about 2300 miles but that includes 2 4 day weeks because of Memorial day and a Dr appointment. I had a high of 3000 and a low of 1600 on 4 days. Flatbed is tough at times but I have no complaints about Jordan.
     
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  11. Sep 28, 2019 #9
    Emosley86

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    How’s its going out there with jordan
     
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  12. Jan 3, 2020 #10
    MericanMade

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    Anything to add, OP? I’m glad I learned about them. Just got off the phone with a recruiter, and will be applying to them, as well as TMC and Cypress.
     
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