Comments By Burkley B.

9 months. I'm labeled a regional driver but I kinda do whatever. Right now I'm going to California. But I'd say I average between 2,000 to 3,200 a week. I'm usually anywhere from 9,500 to 11,000 per month

I change the back position alot. I don't tend to move the seat itself though cause I have short legs. Slid back any more than it is now and I can't push the clutch to the floor

Well I got my first California run. I picked up a load in Hastings MN going to San Fran on Friday. I got to the pilot just over the Nevada line on i80 last night and I'm taking a 34 now. I deliver in San Fran Monday at noon. I have some pictures of the trip so far I'll upload later.

Hey Burkley, grats on the Knight position. I just got the approval from my recruiter to start my orientation. Just waiting out the notice I gave at my current job. Depending on how quickly Knight needs me will determine how much notice this company will get.

Curious to know how you like it? I will be running reefer, super regional, out of Dallas, TX. Have you been able to get consistent miles? Has the pay been ok, or do you find it lacking?

This is one thing I am concerned about. I currently work in the oilfield. Last year I made just over $72,000, but since the downturn in the oil market, they reduced our pay by about $7000, so i'll probably be on track to make closer to $65k to $70k this year. Now I am looking into making a change into the trucking industry, and I know my pay will drop to around the $50k mark, however, I plan on getting out of my apartment, so that will save on rent, electricity, water, cable, internet, not to mention i'll end up spending less on the road that I would here at home, I hope, in addition to this, I won't be having to buy gas for my pickup. I'm hoping that with all of the savings, i'll end up breaking even.

I'm hoping that after taxes, insurance, and 401k, that i'll be able to bring home between $650 and $700 per week. Is this doable or will I be looking at less than that?

I'm really liking it so far. I'm at the Katy terminal right now but I'm out of Columbus Oh. It seems like they will give you all the miles you can handle. Everyone is really easy to talk to. Heads up though this zonar thing is kinda funky.

I just started at Knight 2 weeks ago and I've seen this a couple times. I just did a 1200 mile run in 2 days, 1600 would be a nice 3 day run. I hope to see you around sometime old school

Thanks I'll look into them

Charlie is a good guy. I had him and Dwayne on my driving part and I had Rick in class. if you really want to learn it just ask them. they will be more than happy to help

I got my cdl back in November. I went to transport america out of school but I have decided I'm looking for more of a challenge. any ideas? by the way I should mention I'm 21 so I know some companies aren't doable. thanks

I used note cards while I was there doing the weekend class. if Rick has any say in it he will beat the pretrip into your head. Larry is big on getting you guys to remember it also

I passed my cdl exam today and honestly that was one of the more difficult things I've done in my life. I turn 21 on Friday and I am set to go with transport america. any advice on orientation and training?