Update

Hi again folks.

So I've currently been offered positions for sponsored training from three companies. Pam Transport, JoAnne, and CFI.
All three require me to get my permit first, though CFI will pay for the DOT physical and pays a higher starting CPM.
I'm scheduled to do the DOT physical and take the permit test next week.

As you can imagine I've decided to go with CFI as the starting pay for a solo trucker is .35 CPM.

Any advice, suggestions, things to look out for etc?

 

Chinatown,
I don't recall exactly how I found out. Their training/recruiting seems to be handled through driver solutions. GreatCDLtraining.com I applied via their website I believe and was contacted by JoAnne. I seem to recall that the starting rate for newly trained drivers was .30 cents per mile which is why I'm moving forward with CFI.

 

Good to hear. Do you know if they have fully moved over to only training/testing on automatic? I would prefer to test on a manual just so my license isnt restricted.

 

I have no doubts that automatic is easier, Im just concerned about limiting my opportunities if I cant legally drive manual. BTW when I go take the permit test next week I will be doing the HAZMAT and Tanker tests as well, but do those have seperate driving tests too or does just passing the written get you the enforsement once you pass the driving portion?

 

Good to know. Thanks
Another question, do any CDL schools do "refresher" type courses for people who already have a CDL and just want to learn to drive manual to get rid of the restriction?