Brad M |
06-03-2007 11:44 PM |
Which Company: Gordon, Watkins/Shepard or Central Refrig ?
I have looked into these three companies for the last several months as a newbie not yet with my CDL, trying to find the best fit. I live in Eugene, OR along the I-5 corridor and want a company that treats it's drivers well and provides decent time at home. I am looking for solo western regional or dedicated, dry van or refrigerated.
Gordon: Driving School training for 4 weeks then 4 weeks OTR with trainer at $325 a week, then .30 CPM as a new solo driver.
Watkins and Shepard: Their own driving school for 4 weeks, 10 day orientation and then on your own with a tractor/trailer. Start at .28 CPM.
Central Refrigerated: Their own school for 4 weeks then OTR for up to 7 weeks starting at $425 week for the first two weeks and then $500 week up to week 7. Start on you own at .28 CPM.
Any information to help me to decide will be greatly appreciated as well as any other companies that I may have overlooked.
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