Weighing different options, looking for advice

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    Does anyone know much about JB Hunt and their OTR division?

    They're saying that I will average about 2000-2500 miles weekly @ 41 cpm. The recruiter also told me that they use "rand mcnally miles" so it would end up being more than zip to zip. Is this true?

    Also, I'm open to other positions, trying to find something that can seat me in a truck quickly so I can start earning some $$$, based out of Houston Texas right now

    Currently I have 5 months total exp, 3 months solo (was with Wilson and Schneider for that time)

    Only criteria I have in finding a company:
    Must use autos (E Restriction on my CDL)
    No driver facing cams
    Solo only, cannot team drive
    Some kind of inverter in the truck so I can use my CPAP machine
     
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    @Chinatown

    I was with Schneider previously, they tried to put me in a Biohazard truck and said it was this truck or nothing.

    Do you know if JB Hunt’s OTR division is worth it or should I keep looking elsewhere?
     
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    You'll have to ask these questions when you contact the companies. Some companies installed cameras, then took them out when too many drivers quit. Hard to keep up with all that.
    Only criteria I have in finding a company:
    Must use autos (E Restriction on my CDL)
    No driver facing cams
    Solo only, cannot team drive
    Some kind of inverter in the truck so I can use my CPAP machine
     
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    JB Hunt drivers that post on here say the paychecks are really good.
     
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    This one has automatic transmissions and power inverters.
    IWX Motor Freight | With IWX You’re Covered.

    The Equipment – Upgraded and Worry Free:
    State-of-the-art Freightliner New Cascadia Tractors with Automatic Transmissions, Lane Departure Warning System, Premium Interior Package Including Heated and Ventilated Seats, Double-bunk Walk-in Sleepers, Power Inverters and Optional Sirius/XM Satellite Radio.
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