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Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by TN_Trucker75, Aug 8, 2015.

  1. Aug 8, 2015 #1
    TN_Trucker75

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    I am about to begin a CDL program at a local college that is 2 months long and over 200 hours. After graduating, I plan on going with Schneider primarily due to the 1 week OTR with a trainer and 2 weeks in class. I don't think I would do well having to live and sleep with someone else on a truck for 4-8 weeks. What other companies do not require you to live on a truck for over a month with a trainer after graduating from a CDL program?
     
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  3. Aug 8, 2015 #2
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    Watkins-Shepard, if you're in the hiring area.
    Orientation plus trainer time is total of 10 days.
    I know for sure they hire out of Knoxville, but not sure where else in TN. Call and ask.
     
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  4. Aug 9, 2015 #3
    Chinatown

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    In Tennessee try Milan Express or R.E. West

    Navajo Express has a terminal in Jackson, TN
    Prime Inc. has a dedicated account at Walmart Distribution Center in Shelbyville, TN
    Bulkmatic - a new CDL grad was offered a job at their Nashville terminal.
    Tidewater Transit in Decatur, AL hires Tennessee drivers.
     
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  5. Aug 9, 2015 #4
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    What school?
     
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    I knew after 4 weeks that I was still not ready to go on my own. I thought after 6 weeks that I was.
     
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  8. Aug 10, 2015 #6
    dogtrucker

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    Schneider is not a mistake. You may even stay with them.
    Good luck.
     
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  9. Sep 6, 2015 #7
    TN_Trucker75

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    This site is such a great source of information. Thanks to all you experienced drivers who contribute here. I have decided to suck it up and welcome a longer training period in order to open up more options for me. Its not that I don't want more training, I am just a very introverted person and I need alone time in order to recharge. However, you guys have convinced me to just get through it and I am determined to do that!
     
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