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Originally Posted by beartooth pass
Don't change to flatbed because you think everything will be pull up or through. Some weeks only 1 or 2 loads don't require backing. It can be different from one company to the next, however backing into tight spaces to reach a hoist or a dock is quite common. If you are new just take your time, get out and look and many of the shipping or receiving people will help you line up inside their dock area.
I love the flatbed docks at Tamko in Frederick, especially with a 102 trailer. Very tight fit but penty of room to get set up. I actually have heard drivers say dont worry about straight in, the walls will straighten the trailer out for you.
Almost every shipper and receiver will still be easier to back into than a Pilot truck stop spot at 9 pm when you are out of hours.