Sampson Community College, NC, Truck Driver Training, CDL

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by oldC10, Feb 28, 2018.

  1. oldC10

    oldC10 Bobtail Member

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    Pretty amazing that 30+ people showed up for the 20 slot class; many were walk ins. Most did not have the recommended CDL permit, but a permit training class is available before the actual CDL class starts on 4/2/2018.

    I'm a retarded guy, uh...I mean retired guy, so this will be a second career I hope!
    So far I have seen a few companies on this website (Chinatown & others) recommend: Tidewater, Cargo Transporters, and many others for SE US routes. I will be starting CDL school at Sampson CC in April & would appreciate any advice about trucking jobs in the southeastern US. Thanks
     
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  3. Chinatown

    Chinatown Road Train Member

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    You're limiting your income by staying in the southeast.
    Trimac Transportation in Charlotte has an ad for $1125.00 a week for Charlotte drivers.
    Whether you’re a recent CDL school graduate, a former military service member or an experienced driver, Trimac Transportation has the perfect career opportunity for you!
    Reimbursements on Trucking School Tuition, TWIC & Passport
    • Hauling Cement
    • Flat Rate up to $1,125/Week
    • 3000 miles a week ( 2.5 to 3 loads per week)
    • Dedicated Lane - Chesapeake VA to Atlanta GA, Conyer GA
    • Trimac Transportation - Charlotte, North Carolina
      Solo | Regional | Tanker
      Dedicated! Company Tanker Truck Drivers Can Make Up to
      $58,500 Hauling Dry Bulk

      (Apply to Winston-Salem opening)
    • Walk-Ins Welcomed and Encouraged:
      Apply in person Monday through Friday, 8am to 4pm
      The branch can be located at:
      198 Park Plaza Dr, Winston-Salem, NC 27105

     
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  4. Chinatown

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    National Carriers, "The Elite Fleet", has southeast regional and has a program for new cdl grads.
    Pay You Can Bank On – $57-60k Annual Average
    Company Requirements
    • CDL A
    • Minimum Age: 21 years
    • Minimum Experience: 6 months. Ask about our Student Program if you have a CDL A, but not enough experience.
    • DWI Convictions: Must be 5 years ago
    • Moving Violations: Only 3 last 3 years
    • Preventable Accidents: Only 3 last 3 years

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    • A few new cdl grads posted they were hired by National Carriers.
     
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  5. Chinatown

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    Tyson Foods:
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    Milan Express
    Mountain River Trucking in Mount Airy - run to west coast and back each week. Home every week.
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    Raven Transport - southeast & east plus NO New York City.

    Salary: $65,000.00 to $75,000.00 /year
    For those brand-new CDL drivers graduating from a National Publicly Funded Truck Driving School, we have a program for you (earn while you train (6-8 weeks) and then $.40 CPM until you make the one-year experience level). Paid orientation. Rider program available and Pet Policy available.
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    Tanker companies that hire new cdl grads:
    McKenzie Tank Lines
    Trimac Transportation
    Schneider Bulk
    CTL Transportation
    Airgas
    SVTN - www.svtn.com
    Superior-Carriers
    Tidewater Transit
     
  6. Chinatown

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    Gemini Transport - owned & hauls for Love's Travel Stops & Country Stores.
    Hires a few new cdl grads & some have posted on here. Various types of freight; diesel fuel, DEF, tires.

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  7. oldC10

    oldC10 Bobtail Member

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    Holy buckets Chinatown! You've given me plenty of recommendations to pursue. Thanks for the info!
     
  8. Need4Speed

    Need4Speed Light Load Member

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    I wonder if Senn Freight Lines is any good.
     
  9. Chinatown

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    One driver posted they'll run you to the west coast as much as you want, but the trucks aren't fancy or new. They're a true OTR flatbed company.
     
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  10. oldC10

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    Just completed the first week of training. Their weekday program runs 4 days per week for 11 weeks, typically with Monday in the classroom from 0900 to 1600 and Tuesday through Thursday on the driving range from 0800 until 1800. Lunch breaks are 1.5 hours long so you can go to the local restaurants if you don't want to pack a lunch.

    For this first week we did have 2 days in class to take care of some extra administrative stuff, then 2 days on the range. On the range, we were divided into 3 groups to practice pre-trip inspections, couple/uncouple, and forward obstacle course, rotating over the 2 days. This was very interesting since we have a highly diverse crowd, about 24 students, ranging in age from 19 to 70, and experience level from CDL holder to no manual transmission experience. Amazingly, this broad experience level has not been a big issue; everyone has been patient, helpful, and supportive.

    Next week on the range days, we will have half of the class on the road driving and the other half on the range practicing pre-trips, couple/uncouple, and forward obstacle course. Wish us luck!
     
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