ericmrtt wrote:
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So out of convience and desperation I went with Werner. Hope its not too bad.....
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Well...you could do worse. Any company you go to will have pros and cons associated with it. Depends on which driver you ask and when you ask.
As a 48state driver, Werners pay package definitly needs updating. It really is one of the lowest in the industry. More than likely you will be assigned as a 48state driver after training. Im also suspecting that this time of the year and mostly the economy 48state freight is really slow. From some reliable "inside" information Ive been told that newly qualified drivers are not being assigned trucks at this time due to the slow freight, as the company is probably barely keeping a majority of there drivers busy. Possibly by the time you complete your orientation and the training program the economy may be picking up enough to get the drivers assigned trucks.
I would also recommend that you find a good dedicated account to run on, some generally pay more and will keep you continuosly running.
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Also I notice Werner uses those boxy Peterbilt styles. Are those harder to drive than the shorter sloped nose. It seems like you'll have to judge your turns even more.
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Dont fret over the style of the truck, you will adapt to its ability to turn in short order. Maybe your trainers truck will be a long nose, to give you time to adapt and practice. Also it is possible to "request" the style of truck you prefer, if available Fleet assignments could put you in one.
If you have any specific questions, feel free to add to you thread or PM me. Im generally on the board every night, and occassionally during the day.
Trukrswyfe wrote:
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I believe Drew10 drives for them, check with him on things.
Just a thought, you already decided to go with them
sometimes it's nice to get help from someone inside the company, besides that He's smart.
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Awww Shucks TW
ops: ....Your alright....