Swift Hiring Freeze: Florida

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  1. Hogan81

    Hogan81 Bobtail Member

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    Hi all! I'm a brand new aspirant, getting my CDL licence in Florida.

    Swift is not currently hiring in FL. Since all mega carriers suck, I figured I'd do my first year with them and when I get my bones go elsewhere.

    They are, however, hiring in TX. I would have to establish residence in TX. Since I plan to be OTR, I don't think I'll be spending much time in TX.

    Anyone have any advice (besides dont go with Swift)?

    Thanks!
     
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  3. Chinatown

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    Nothing wrong with Swift or any mega carrier.
    Where are you in Florida, my favorite state?
    Avoid changing your residency to Texas; it's not that simple or cheap.
     
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  4. Hogan81

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    Boca Raton but I plan to work OTR and take as little time off. Going through financial troubles and I'd rather not pay rent anywhere. Downtime I'll spend at a cheap hotel.
     
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    Boca Raton; a former Playboy Bunny lives there.
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    It's a little tough living South of Interstate-4.
     
  6. Hogan81

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    Many former playboy bunnies live all in florida lol. Again, I'm fluid and can go anywhere.
     
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  8. Eddiec

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    First of all don't assume that everything you read and hear on social media is true - being confident and c@cky ain't the same thing
    • Find a carrier that is clear and up front with their base pay rate. be wary of carriers that advertise they " pay up to...."
    • Pay is weekly on a w-2 pay structure
    • Pays you for detention time, breakdown and layovers
    • Trucks are well cared for and on a regular maintenance schedule
    • All repairs are done immediately
    • Trucks have ez pass or other toll features
    • Offers Benefits
    • 401K
    • Paid time off
    • Keep a notebook and Write down questions and answers
    • Write down and or remember names - nothing worse than responding "some lady told me I could do it"
     
  9. Chinatown

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  10. Chinatown

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    Do you know anyone in a tax free state that will let you use their address?
    Tennessee
    Texas
    Nevada
     
  11. Hogan81

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    I asked the only person I really knew in TX and she didn't seem too thrilled.
     
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