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Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Starr, Jul 13, 2013.

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  1. Jul 13, 2013 #1
    Starr

    Starr Light Load Member

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    ...for a nervous new driver to start at? After getting so much great advice about backing from the experienced drivers, I just had to ask. I've had my CDL since April, but due to medical emergencies (not mine) I finally can find a job. But I'm VERY nervous since I worked harder and longer than the average student to get my CDL. On the spot testing freaks me. I CAN get past it but it takes patience on behalf of the tester. *shrug* So back to the topic (yeah.. I'm ADD.) Where's the best place for a new driver to get their start when it's been a few months since graduation?
     
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  3. Jul 13, 2013 #2
    newbietrucker007

    newbietrucker007 Medium Load Member

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    Hm. Try central refrigerated, Prime, and any local truck companies In your home town
    good luck to you In your quest of being a truck driver
     
    newbietrucker007, Jul 13, 2013
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  4. Jul 13, 2013 #3
    Chinatown

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    Apply with :

    Watkins & Shepard
    Swift
    TWT Refrigerated Services

    Also:

    Try household moving companies & their agents. Look in yellow pages or Google for these.
     
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  5. Jul 13, 2013 #4
    Richter

    Richter Road Train Member

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    TMC has one of the best training programs. I choked on the road test after training and the tester helped me out and then passed me. I missed a turn he said was coming up and had horrible lane management. I even grinded most gears and missed a few. i flat out choked. the tester helped me out and when i made a clean trip he passed me. I was pretty nerveos, but ti all worked out
     
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  7. Jul 14, 2013 #5
    Starr

    Starr Light Load Member

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    Richter Who is TCM? I've not heard of them. Are they out of the East there?
     
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  8. Jul 14, 2013 #6
    Chinatown

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    Check their website tmctrans
     
    Chinatown, Jul 14, 2013
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  9. Jul 14, 2013 #7
    Saddletramp1200

    Saddletramp1200 Road Train Member

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    You don't want to mess with TMC. Not at this time. Get three or more years then we will talk. They run big dogs, tight sack only a top driver can meet.
     
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  10. Jul 14, 2013 #8
    Starr

    Starr Light Load Member

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    Okey dokey then Saddletramp :) I can see that by reading their site.. while they take students..I'm not sure Flatbedding is where I need to be with no experience. (not to mention they're not hiring out of the NW anyway :biggrin_25523:) What would you recommend?
     
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  11. Jul 14, 2013 #9
    Saddletramp1200

    Saddletramp1200 Road Train Member

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    I just know them from the road. Just saying their is a safer way to go. Their trucks are top notch. Really nice. I exceed the speed limit sometimes. The run right with me. Just want you to be safe.
     
    Saddletramp1200, Jul 14, 2013
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  12. Jul 14, 2013 #10
    Starr

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    I'm good with that. :) You have 30 odd years experience, and I'll defer to that. Just asking if you have a suggestion
     
    Starr, Jul 14, 2013
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