Comments By Weatherman

I defiantly want to go through those sections. I have another week before school begins so I will start while I still have a little bit of time on my hands.

Well, the High Road CDL Training Program comes through again! I went to the DMV yesterday and successfully obtained my CDL permit with a Tanker endorsement. The lady that processed my paperwork mentioned that most people fail at least one portion of the test on their first try and honestly I am not sure if I would have passed if I relied only on the CDL manual. Although all the information you need is in the manual the online training program does an awesome job of breaking the information down and makes it much more digestible. Of course, now the real work begins. I am going to SAGE (Lexington SC) driving school on Monday for registration and a drug test and should begin class on the 28th. Starting school is both exciting and a bit intimidating but I feel like I am a couple steps ahead of the game thanks to this website.

Interesting. I am starting at Sage in South Carolina on the 28th and they required me to get my permit prior to enrolling in class (I figured all their schools were a like). As far as companies hiring from Sage, a most of the companies I have researched so far recommended that I go there.

Congrats Wine Taster!

Here is a link to the story from the LA Times

http://www.latimes.com/local/lanow/la-me-ln-10-killed-bus-crash-20140411,0,4232294,full.story#axzz2yZvu4jY0

Thoughts and prayers to the those killed/injured and their loved ones. Stay safe

http://gawker.com/nine-people-killed-in-fiery-high-school-tour-bus-crash-1562075247

At least ten people, including five students, are dead after a FedEx truck crossed a divider on a Northern California freeway and slammed into a bus carrying a group of high school seniors who were on their way to tour a college campus.

According to the AP, the bus was full of a group of Los Angeles-area high school seniors headed to Humboldt State University in Arcata, California for a campus tour.

California Highway Patrol told KTLA that a southbound FedEx truck crossed the center divider and crashed head on into the bus. A Nissan Altima was also involved in the crash.

The vehicles collided on the Interstate 5 around 5:40 pm, sparking a fire that completely engulfed the bus. Authorities say several students were airlifted to area hospitals.

UPDATE 8:01 am: The death toll from the crash now stands at 10, including five students. Three adult chaperones, the driver of the bus, and the driver of the truck were also killed.

[image via KTLA]

Like Rico said, start by talking to some dispatchers. Also, look through job postings and focus on the Experience and Qualifications. For example, below is a FM Job Post from Roehl Transport. There is no mention of a college degree (although I am sure it would help) but your resume will need to highlight any past management and communications experience you may have.

This position is responsible for effectively managing a group of 35-45 drivers by building positive relationships and coaching drivers for success. As a Fleet Manager you are the key operations link between the company and both our drivers and customers. You must effectively deliver key factor results for utilization, retention, safety, and service. You are also expected to use an open, interactive leadership style to reconcile customer and driver needs while leading drivers to meet performance goals.

To learn more about Roehl Transport view this link http://vimeo.com/roehltransport/non-driver-recruitment

This career opportunity is located in Atlanta, GA.

This is a fast-paced managerial opportunity that allows you to build relationships while utilizing problem solving and creative thinking on a daily basis.

Roehl Transport is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status or disability.

Experience and Qualifications:

Demonstrated ability to manage key factors and make adjustments to ensure profitability.

Proven ability to interact and communicate over-the-phone and face-to-face.

Demonstrated trustworthiness and judgment in handling confidential and personal matters.

Ability to analyze, anticipate, and evaluate problems and situations and draw logical conclusions.

Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and complete multiple tasks simultaneously.

Possesses well-developed listening skills, communication skills, as well as human relations skills.

Proven ability to lead.

Roehl will review criminal backgrounds and subject to any limitation imposed by federal or state law disqualify applicants with job related criminal backgrounds.

Cool Picture. I use to issue weather advisories for those during my Air Force days. Anchorman and Dave are right, they are used to assist with border security.

Must remember that these "rewards" and titles are based on the companies current drivers opinions.

Then making it on this list is even more impressive given all the negative crap that's out there. I am sure there is some bias against the large companies that recruit a lot of new drivers but even so the companies on this list must be doing some good things to recruit and retain quality people.

Thank you for the updates. Roehl is currently #1 on my wish list to work for and this is great info. keep em coming!