Need help deciding. TMC vs Maverick

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by KLeslie, Jun 12, 2022.

  1. KLeslie

    KLeslie Bobtail Member

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    So I’m new to the scene here. Got my CDL using the handy little waiver that my CO signed when I left the Marines. Had experience in the 16/870 low boy while I was in. Been looking at TMC and Maverick as I don’t have any civilian experience. Trying to figure which one is better for me. I’m in Arkansas if that makes a difference.
     
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  3. tscottme

    tscottme Road Train Member

    Maverick loves prior service newbies. Dale Clay was prior USAF and posted LOTS of YOUTUBE videos as be started orientation and worked at Maverick for a year or two. Maverick is based in Ark and probably a better place to work. Maverick and TMC have their own section for discussing the company.

    Ignore what the web pages and recruiters claim. Talk to current working drivers to get the real info on companies.
     
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  4. Espressolane

    Espressolane Road Train Member

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    Know lots of drivers at both companies.
    Maverick would be a better choice, just my opinion.
     
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  5. tscottme

    tscottme Road Train Member

    Maverick securement training is supposed to be very good. I think TMC also gives good securement training.
     
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  6. KLeslie

    KLeslie Bobtail Member

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    Any reason why?
     
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  7. Espressolane

    Espressolane Road Train Member

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    just the overall corporate culture at Maverick. You will get some good training. Equipment is good. You will get good miles and pay for a mega. It is a solid company. Your going to work, tarp lots of things and in general get a good overall of the flatbed world. Then in a year or two you can move on to a better situation if so desired. You will have a solid background and skill set that will be valuable to a future employer.
     
  8. ProfessionalNoticer

    ProfessionalNoticer Road Train Member

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    TMC is owned by former military. Marines I believe.
     
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  9. haz-matguru

    haz-matguru Road Train Member

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    Neither of these companies are worth starting with.

    Boyd Brothers Transportation
    P&S
    WTI
    Melton
    Montgomery Transport
    Tennessee Steel Haulers
    McElroy

    These are flatbed companies that will take you on as a new driver.
     
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    lual Road Train Member

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  11. Judge

    Judge Road Train Member

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    @Chinatown

    I can say this, maverick load security training is excellent.
    it’s been since 04-05
    i left for a local job at helena chemical, which didn’t pan out then worked for flatbed company in my home town.

    Lot has changed but they do things “The Maverick Way”
     
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