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Qustions to Ask Recruiters

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Puppage, Jul 31, 2013.

  1. Jul 31, 2013 #1
    Puppage

    Puppage Road Train Member

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    I searched & couldn't find it, but I was wondering if people could throw in their two cents and provide a list of some questions to ask recruiters. I understand that you'll have to take their answers with a grain of salt, but my intent would be to let them know (by my questions) that I am serious and have a real desire for real info. If this topic is found elsewhere, I apologize.

    Pete
     
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  3. Jul 31, 2013 #2
    K-DUB1986

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    you doing the right thing......rather ask and find out than to not ask and be lost
     
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  4. Jul 31, 2013 #3
    Deanp3

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    Here is a list of questions I asked each one:

    Starting Pay:
    Pay at 6 month mark/when are raises given:
    Do you pay Dead Head:
    Rider policy:
    Pet policy:
    Home time policy:
    Do your trucks have Apu's, or Idle Policy:
    Paid Training:
    Training length:
    Tuition reimbursement:
    What Is insurance going to cost me:
    are you currently hiring: (ask this one, sometimes they take apps, but aren't looking to full trucks)
     
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  5. Jul 31, 2013 #4
    Deanp3

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    Another one looking back I wish I had added to my list:

    layover And detention pay?
     
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  7. Jul 31, 2013 #5
    K-DUB1986

    K-DUB1986 Light Load Member

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    I agree with you all the way
     
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  8. Jul 31, 2013 #6
    slim shady

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    Average miles per week
    holiday pay
    Can the trucks be taken home
    Are the trucks governed
     
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  9. Jul 31, 2013 #7
    chasb7557

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    There is an old thread somewhere in the forum. When I read through that thread a few weeks ago, I made a note of a post by ZVar which was very helpful. Don't want to jack his/her advice, but just in case he/she doesn't see your question, here is the link he/she posted.
    http://www.ooida.com/EducationTools/Resources/interview-CD.asp
     
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  10. Jul 31, 2013 #8
    K-DUB1986

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    well I know swift you can take the trucks home I see a lot of them where I live Orlando,FL couple dudes have them parked in there drive-way and mostly big companies have governed on there trucks
     
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  11. Jul 31, 2013 #9
    Gman101

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    Thanks for this link, it seems to be the most comprehensive list I've seen.

    Stay Safe,
    gman
     
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