TMC??? What’s the reality?

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by captjimmy, Nov 28, 2017.

  1. captjimmy

    captjimmy Light Load Member

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    Hey everyone. I’m getting ready to go to CDL school in the next couple weeks. Been doing some research on TMC out of Des Moines, IA. I have read a lot and of course there are many mixed emotions about all companies. Does anyone on here have some real experience with TMC that would be willing to share some insight? I live in Florida. Does TMC haul down this way? What can I expect for pay every week? How do the benefits work? Home time? I’m also married, and have been a licensed captain down here for 7 years. Any tips for married men looking to get into trucking? All advice is appreciated.
     
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  3. ladr

    ladr Road Train Member

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    Where in Florida?

    Check out Cypress out of Jacksonville. They have their own school.
     
  4. captjimmy

    captjimmy Light Load Member

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    I’m in Tarpon Springs
     
  5. ladr

    ladr Road Train Member

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    TMC is a good company but I think they will have a hard time getting you home.

    Check out Cypress. Florida company
     
  6. captjimmy

    captjimmy Light Load Member

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    Thanks. I looked at Cypress but the only issue is that I don’t have a CDL yet and I don’t know if they will pay for my schooling.
     
  7. Chinatown

    Chinatown Road Train Member

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    Where in Florida? Many companies don't hire if you're too far South. Some do and some don't.
    OK, there you go; Tarpon Springs.
     
  8. captjimmy

    captjimmy Light Load Member

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    Ya, just a bit north of Tampa
     
  9. IluvCATS

    IluvCATS Road Train Member

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    I’m married. My wife and I talk every day. We text all day long. My OTR is something she accepts. It can work.
     
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  10. captjimmy

    captjimmy Light Load Member

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    That’s what I figured. We are both used to me being gone a lot so I think it will be fine.
     
  11. Chinatown

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    Unless the rules have changed, Cypress wants you to live within 50 or 75 miles of their cdl school in Jacksonville.
    Florida isn't on TMC's list of states that qualify for their cdl school.
    Do you need a trucking company inhouse cdl school? Can you attend a private cdl school out of pocket?
     
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