Looking to Start a new Career....Need Info

Hey gang, a few months ago I posted about getting started in the trucking industry (driving a Straight truck in Florida), at the time I wasn't really interested in otr, but after putting the trucking industry aside and relocating my family to WV, (" for a Promised well paying construction job") I have been thinking of trucking again. However this time I am thinking Company Sponsored CDL Training and a career with a decent company. I have been reading this forum awhile now and have learned that there are NO Good Companys to drive for so it's what you make of it, so all you doomsday scenario guys....SPARE ME THE BS. I know I wont make alot of money the first year or so, I would like to hear from guys/gals that have RECENTLY been through some Company sponsored CDL training with any company and give me the low down.....expense during training, time it took, pay or no pay, etc. Also, would it be in my best interest to get a CDL through the dmv 1st then go through training, if so how doe's that work? All you recruiters out there I welcome your BS also but keep in mind I am A Marine, I know how you work (Hawaii my ###!!!!) so spare me any fluff. I will work hard but expect to see my family every few weeks or better. I appreciate any and all responses....BE Safe Out There! By the way, that promised well paying construction job in WV is well paying when you get a full week of work....they cant keep me busy.