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Recent grad in need of help

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by mrmarc83, May 22, 2013.

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  1. May 22, 2013 #1
    mrmarc83

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    I graduated on the 6th of May. I have sent out numerous applications and resumes to darn near every company out there. The trouble I have been having is many companies aren't hiring north of Detroit. I live in Mid-Michigan. About 2 1/2 hrs. north of Detroit. I do though have a few companies that want to hire me. MELTON, SUPER S ERVICE, ROEHL, U.S. EXPRESS, STEVENS, and a few others. Melton and Roehl are my front runners. In my case I am trying to get my first year out of the way so that I can start going after the numerous local and dedicated jobs out there that will put me home a lot more. I spent 17 years in a different industry that was pretty physically demanding. I am hoping to find one that will give me a lot of money and be able to stay active for the most part. Does anyone have any advice?
     
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  3. May 22, 2013 #2
    Theguy24

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    That's plenty of companies I live in South Fla and you know who will hire me ? Werner, Trans am and Crst be grateful
     
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  4. May 22, 2013 #3
    Charli Girl

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    Find a moving company...THIS IS THEIR SEASON..May-Oct. BUT are you really really really wanting to be physical? United,Allied,North American,Wheaton are all up there ,they WILL put you to work,and boy do I mean WORK!! You can get your miles and its very physical. Each one of those co's have agents all over the state.They are begging for drivers right now.
     
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  5. May 22, 2013 #4
    pattyj

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    Congratulations on your shiny new CDL.Now keep it clean and you'll go far in this industry.So why are you taking so long choosing a company?You listed quite a few,pick one get that first yr in and go from there.
     
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  7. May 22, 2013 #5
    critters

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    Focus on Melton and Riehl, they are both good companies, or maybe try the oil feild service's companies in your area. Congrats on your cdl and good luck
     
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    Ghost Ryder

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    I would consider it a blessing in disguise if you cannot work for the likes of Prime, England and whatnot. Trust me when I say those companies are doing you a favor.
     
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  9. May 22, 2013 #7
    Solo_Seat

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    Have you tried Maverick Flat Bed Division?
     
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  10. May 22, 2013 #8
    BigX72

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    You don't wantntomwork for c.r. England lol hohohahahahahaha
     
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  11. May 22, 2013 #9
    77fib77

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    Flatbed or tanker. Everyone says thats where money is at. Im new on a van, team was hard always tired. 300 one week 800 once in a,while.
     
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  12. May 22, 2013 #10
    Chinatown

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    From those you listed, my first choice would be Melton Truck Lines and then Roehl.

    Check Schneider about their tanker school; that's where the good money is for your future.

    Also check Falcon Transport and Corrigan moving company. Corrigan recently hired a whole CDL graduating class for local work, but they also have OTR.
     
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