Trainer or no trainer??

It would definitely benefit you to have a trainer. It would probably increase the chances of making more money instead of jumping back into it trying to figure it all out for yourself.

 

well i will say this the trainer i had help me out alot showed me a thing or 2. i drove in the late 80's early 90's and just went back and got my cdl 3 years ago.i was a over the road driver then and i have to say things sure did change from when i was out their last. so it would be a good idea for a week or two. never know might learn something lol!!!!!!!!!!!cant hurt!!!!!!!!!!

 

My trainer taught me primarly about life on the road and all the ins and outs. Hauling grain, and delivery state to state two different animals. Planing fuel stops, determining if the distpatcher is giving you enough hours to complete the run through 3 time zones can be a learning curve. There is so much to learn and its nice to get the basics from someone who has been there.

 

All the above posts are, of course, assuming your trainer is worth his salt and will actually train you and not just use you for a second (or third or fourth) log book.

Yes, go with a trainer, at least for a few weeks. And the very best of luck to you. Be safe!

 

A trainer would be helpful if he does actually train you. I would ask them if you can choose how long to be with a trainer. That way if you learn quickly and think you ready you don't have to be 5 weeks with a trainer when you only need 2.

 

I'm sure you know how to drive, shift, navigate turns....etc already, however a trainer may be good just to help you get used to how the company operates. Just like every receiving dock seems to have their own set of rules, I think every company works a little different.

I would also agree with Big Rigg, I would ask if you can choose how long to be with him.

 

I agree. Taking advantage of having a trainer would be the way to go provided the trainer is a good one (i.e., concerned about actually training you rather than just having extra miles on the truck.)

Consider your time with a trainer as an investment in the rest of your career - the return on investment could make all the difference in the world.