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Jun 10, 2019 - Company paid CDL training programs are available with most of the big carriers. It's the best way to get a good deal for your CDL training and the most bang for. Be aware that starting wages for new drivers can be low.
Listen up, new and inexperienced drivers! If you can’t wait to get behind the wheel of a truck and start earning a paycheck as a professional driver, then keep reading! R&J Trucker Blog has some no-nonsense advice for getting yourself road-ready and employed in no time—including some top picks for company-sponsored training!
Are you worried that your lack of training or experience will make it impossible for you to get started? Don’t be! There are plenty of companies that have sponsored training programs—you can get trained and hired all at once! This includes either company-subsidized training or training hosted by the company itself, often in return for work for a specified length of time or some repayment arrangement, or both.
Here’s a list of some top trucking companies that offer sponsored CDL training:
U.S. Xpress, Inc.
U.S. Xpress, Inc.
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KLLM Transportation Services
Baylor Trucking
Maverick Transportation
Gordon Trucking, Inc.
Covenant Transport
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Shaffer Trucking
All of the companies on this list are well known and have solid reputations, but don’t forget—you should still do your research when choosing the one that’s best for you. Company-sponsored training can be fast, easy, and free you from upfront costs, but be certain that the specific terms in the agreement are acceptable before signing on. Make sure you choose a good company that offers thorough training and reasonable work hours at an acceptable wage!
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Ok I see alot of people asking about school and companies. I am 35yrs old attended CDL A School in North Carolina for $2500 for a 80hour coarse. They had no problems taking my money with false promises of guaranteed employment. Even after I fully disclosed my background and driving history, They assured me I'd get a job. I have a drug possession misdemeanor from 2006, most companies told me after 3 years I would be hire able, now with the economy, there are more drivers than there are jobs. Most companies have raised their hiring standards when it comes to drugs, dui's and felonies etc. The catch is it's not most of the companies doing this it's the insurance regulators that won't insure unexperienced or 'un' high risk drivers. What happens when all the baby boomer generation retires,and the economy is back in full swing , they will be forced in my opinion to re-lower their standards. I can tell you from 1st hand experience unless you want to work for next to nothing and possibly never see your own truck, Stay away from CR England, They did accept me with a my crappy driving record and a drug misdemeanor , when they interview you on the spot you'd be surprised what they will accept, they just want to see if your honest. Now as far as swift and JB Hunt , swift 10yrs no drug convictions, JB hunt and Schneider are now 5yrs with no drug or dui convictions. Schneider is a all around good training company if you don't have any of these issues and they will pay for you to go to orientation and free hotels etc. I could ramble for ever , just thought i'd give my side of things. With that said < I have a valid Class A & DOT Card, if any o/o's or anyone looking to lease/buy a truck that wants to partner up or need help please let me know
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