First a little background on myself: I am 32 yrs old and have been doing roofing for the last 7 yrs. I have always wanted to start driving but life has always led me in different directions.
Now, I finally have an opportunity to go to driving school at the Sage school in Henderson, CO. I was very impressed with their school since they provide mountain training and 1 on 1 driving training (rather than 4 or 5 crammed in a truck watching each other drive).
I will not be able to start classes for about 2 more months since I still have to move my furniture here from storage in Indiana (just bought a house here) and a few other things to take care of before I can go off to classes for 4 and a half to 5 weeks. So probably 3 to 3 and a half more months before I am ready for actual otr finishing training with a company.
I have been seriously researching which companies I should be considering for employment after I graduate. Every time I think I've decided on 2 or 3 for the top of my list I read something that throws a wrench in it all.
Here's what I am looking for in a company :
1: OTR
2: As many miles as I can drive (legally) with a high a cpm for a new driver.
3: A good training program (I want to feel like I'm a prepared safe driver)
4: Good benefits
5: Treated like a human being
6: I am still debating dry van or flat....I'm leaning towards dry van though.
Any advice that you experienced drivers can offer would be greatly appreciated.
Recruiters are welcome to email me directly at [email protected]
Thanks in advance for all your help.
edit: Guess I should mention I live in Canon City, CO.