Millis Transfer CDL academy

Hello, I'm new to the forum, and new to driving trucks. In fact, I have zero CDL experience, but I've decided that I would like to try this out. I've been doing lots of research online about all the different avenues I can take to get my class A CDL, and the most efficient one I can seem to find is one that the company will sponsor. The best option I've found so far is a company called Millis Transfer. It's appealing to me not only because of the company "sponsored" school, but they primarily run on the east half of the country. I'm looking for any advice on what to expect, and what I need to do from here. I spoke with a recruiter for a few minutes, and she explained the payment, and commitment obligation and the consequences if the obligation is broken. It seems the also have a rider policy, and this is great because my wife wants to ride with me sometime. This company has great reviews for company sponsored school, and as a company in general. And, they have a school/terminal in Cartersville, which is only an hour from where I live in GA. Everything I have been researching seems great about Millis, and trying to get opinions from people that have, or do work for them, and who have gone through their CDL school. Thanks in advance!

 

Thanks for the info sapamil. What's the primary customer or freight you carry for Millis?

 

Thanks sogaboy51, I'll go check it out.

 

I have a few more questions about Millis... Is lodging included in the tuition? I live close enough to drive, but far enough to where lodging would be convenient if it was available at no extra cost... Also, can anyone speak for acceptable driving record? I have 5 1/2 years since I was first licensed, through two different states. I have one at fault accident, one following too closely citation, and one not at fault accident, all of which are over three years old. I also have one speeding ticket for 12 mph over, but that was almost two years ago. That sums up my driving record; no DUI or fatal accidents, etc... What is considered a reasonable employment history? I work as a 911 dispatcher and have for the past 6 months, before that I worked at Pizza Hut for almost two years, but before that I had a 7 month gap in employment. Lastly, does Millis Transfer accept credit card as payment for the first $500.00 for tuition, or does it need to be cash?