To just quickly get to the point, would I be making a mistake going straight to a flatbed gig right out of school with no experience? Melton seems to have alot of pros about it and are willing to train new guys. Would I be better off doing the regular reefer/dry van bumping docks for a year with a Mega route or do you think its doable. I'm over 50 but a gym guy so not too worried about the physical side. I worked outside for over 20 years for a utility company. I'm more worried about biting off more than I can chew with learning securement and driving at the same time.
Melton as first job out of school?
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If you prefer flatbed, then go right to Melton as a first job. Melton has been around a long time and hire new cdl school grads that have never driven a 18 wheeler before. Go for it, Melton knows how to train you.
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@stwik used to work for Melton, maybe he'll stop by and throw some pointers your way.Bizzarrogeorge, Brettj3876 and JrzyDave Thank this. -
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Just go slow flatbed is something you have to choose your method of getting the job done
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I agree with the rest of the guy's. If flatbed is what you desire, then jump right in. And I also think Melton would be a good fit for a man in your shoes.
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Awesome. Thank you for your replies. I appreciate it
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If you want open deck — do open deck.
Plenty of companies will hire you straight out of school for it.
Melton is a decent place to be. I know they’ve changed a lot since I was there three years ago — it’s a big company with high turnover. But they’ll teach you flatbed. Get a year of experience and you might realize you want more of a specific commodity of freight and can start being more specialized with your next company. Or you may like Melton and stick it out for a career — important thing is to keep your record clean.Bizzarrogeorge, cke, JrzyDave and 3 others Thank this. -
Any old timers remember this? This was before the company moved to Tulsa.
Melton Truck Lines; home of the running rabbit.
Patch and lapel pin/tie tack.
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Dec 27, 2009 · Melton Truck Line (home of the running rabbit) boy that brings back memories . Remember Charlie Douglas & the road gang show that air late in the night ? By skeeter - Thursday, December 24, 2009 6:17 PM
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