Truck Driving Jobs

JayMan · #1 02-06-2009, 10:47 PM

Got a pre hire from USA Truck a couple of weeks ago. Will give a play by play of the training including the 4-6 weeks with company trainer after school.

I know peeps like to research their options before they take the plunge so I will do my part to help somebody else. I know I appreciated hearing feedback provided by others.

belpre122 · #2 02-07-2009, 11:03 AM

Jay are you from Indy?

JayMan · #3 02-07-2009, 03:27 PM

No, I am about 80 miles away. But, I get to Indy every now and then.

john59 · #4 02-10-2009, 06:04 AM

I would be realy interested in hearing how it goes with you. I am looking into going to Driver Solutions in Ft Wayne in a cpl weeks.

JayMan · #5 02-10-2009, 09:11 PM

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Originally Posted by john59

I would be realy interested in hearing how it goes with you. I am looking into going to Driver Solutions in Ft Wayne in a cpl weeks.

I would seriously consider coming to Indy for your training. Being kinda "cut off" from the world a bit when your doing this is good.

Things are going well for me. The school is top notch and the peeps are friendly and helpful. The first week you get paper work and written tests out of the way. Classroom training on various things like log books, maps, and hazardous materials. Also getting ready to learn pre trip and 4 pt air brake test. They really stress the pre trip.

The second week is driving on the range and road. They say most complete their training on Wed or Thur of the week three.

If you are an Indiana resident...you wont have as much to do. Non Indiana residents have to take some basic driver tests before they can get a class A learner permit. Also, if you get a learner permit on your own (before you get here) you will be able to focus on the pre trip and 4 pt brake inspection a little better.

Biscuit Lips · #6 02-11-2009, 01:15 AM

Good luck with the whole driving for USA Truck thing. At least you will not be homeless, you will always have the sleeper to live in.

john59 · #7 02-11-2009, 04:14 AM

Why would you suggest going to Indianapolis for the school? I live in Merrillville so that wouldnt be a prob. How is the motel where they put you up at? I have heard some schools put you in flea bag hotels.

JayMan · #8 02-12-2009, 01:49 AM

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Originally Posted by john59

Why would you suggest going to Indianapolis for the school? I live in Merrillville so that wouldnt be a prob. How is the motel where they put you up at? I have heard some schools put you in flea bag hotels.

Why are you considering going to the campus in Ft Wayne? I only recommend coming to Indy over Ft Wayne because I know its a pretty good gig here, all in all. Dont know anything about Ft Wayne. But, you do hit on an issue. The motel they put you up in here in Indy stinks. But, its tolerable.

Biscuit Lips · #9 02-12-2009, 08:35 PM

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Originally Posted by JayMan

Why are you considering going to the campus in Ft Wayne? I only recommend coming to Indy over Ft Wayne because I know its a pretty good gig here, all in all. Dont know anything about Ft Wayne. But, you do hit on an issue. The motel they put you up in here in Indy stinks. But, its tolerable.

Can't you stay at a better hotel for a little extra coin? I can not recall the exact details, but I
went through the same thing many years ago with USA and stayed at the Holiday Inn, I believe, right next to the freeway while attending C1. Remember all the guys who stayed at the other hotel they offered for lodging whining and moaning about how it stank. Not sure if they still do, but they put you up in a real nice hotel in Ft. Smith/Van Buren.

JayMan · #10 02-13-2009, 01:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Biscuit Lips

Can't you stay at a better hotel for a little extra coin? I can not recall the exact details, but I
went through the same thing many years ago with USA and stayed at the Holiday Inn, I believe, right next to the freeway while attending C1. Remember all the guys who stayed at the other hotel they offered for lodging whining and moaning about how it stank. Not sure if they still do, but they put you up in a real nice hotel in Ft. Smith/Van Buren.

Oh...I spose I could walk next door to the Holiday Inn. Sounds like C1 is doing things about the same as they did when you was here. I dont mind it at this motel. Its not very nice, but its tolerable. Warm, tv, hot water for shower, almost clean, and friendly staff. So..I cant justify spending the money for another room.