I am going to do it.
 

I am sold, I talked about it alot with my wife and have done alot of research. I want to start trucking, flatbedding is the route I am gonna take. I have requested information with a couple of companies and schools to start my CDL training. I have driven alot of non-cdl straight trucks and pulled gooseneck and regular trailers across several states. Most of my life I have done construction, drilling or pipeline work. One thing that interests me is the freedom that seems to come with trucking. I have no D.U.Is or felony convictions, don't use drugs and have no points on my MVR. My work history is stable and I got a D.O.T. card about 6 mos ago. Any more advice would be great, this message board has really been a great information source.

Just be sure to find a good company to work for. Dont sell yourself short with the training only companies!

Congratulations and Good Luck
Ask ALOT of questions on things that are important to you-Write down a list and ask your recruiter.

Make sure to get any promises in writing.

If you wanna pull a skateboard be sure to check out Hunt Trans. out of Omaha, NE. http://www.hunttransportation.com/

Good Luck!

Forgot to mention-Make sure your wife has a list of questions for them also :P and then find the company that fits your needs the best.

Arrow has not been bad so far. I am a newbe also.

Best of Luck to You!! Feel free to PM or email if you have any more questions about TMC.

good luck

Re: I am going to do it.
 

Go for it! From my experience, you will definitely have freedom, almost too much, but thats good and who don't like freedom? I still say a newbie should start out on dry vans but since you made your decision, go for it and good luck. Welcome to the club and you might like it. :)