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In a thread a week or so ago there was talk of if a toy truck would help a noobie understand how a truck reacts to turns... especially when backing. The mor I thought about it, the better the idea sounded. I couldnt resist. I ordered one of these:

http://www.amazon.com/Velocity-Toys-Express-Trailer-Control/dp/B017O9A7LQ/ref=sr_1_16?s=toys-and-games&ie=UTF8&qid=1447560545&sr=1-16&keywords=rc+semi

According to Schneider, the OH run is mostly night driving.

One thing I forgot to add is even though Schneider is going to all automatics, canidates still have to be certified to operate a manual transmission.

Today I spoke with a Schneider recruiter. Many of the questions I asked were from a PDF list I got from here on TT. I omitted several questions from the list that have the answers on their website. I don't know how accurate the info is, but I thought I'd share... Hope it helps:

Q- Where is your orientation locations? A- Green Bay WI, Indy IN (dedicated & dry van), Chicago (intermodal), Houston TX & Pittsburg PA (tanker division)

Q- Do the trainers get graded by the students after completion or is there a feedback loop to make the training better? A- YES

Q- Team driving during training? A- NO,

Q- What is the pay during orientation and training? A- $80/day

Q- Idling policy? A- Idling is allowed Under 32degrees, Over 75 degrees. See state specific laws for allowed length of time.

Q- APU units in trucks? A- NO

Q- Is per diem built into the pay? A- per diem is optional

Q- Breakdown and layover pay? A- Detention pay? YES, all 3 are $10/hour after 2 hours.

Q- Are they no touch or is unloading involved? Pay for unloading? A- Pay for load is $100. Pay for unload is $100 (I didnt ask how many loads or unloads there can be per load).

Q- How does the pay period work? A- Paid on Friday's, delayed 1 week.

Q- Slip seating or assigned trucks? A- YES, however it is account specific. Slip seating is generally used on 7/7 and 7/4/7/3

Q- What percentage of the fleet are automatic transmissions? A- Approx 20% at this time. Schneider plans on changing the fleet to 100% Automatics.

Q- What speed are trucks governed at? A- 63mph on cruise, and 65mph on pedal. Actual governed mph can vary.

Q- What miles are paid miles and what miles are not? A- All miles are paid at the same CPM rate. Rates vary with experience & load type.

Q- If weather, driver (sick) or road conditions are such that I feel it is unsafe to continue driving, will I be penalized for parking until it is safe? A- Safety first

Q- Other than obvious reasons, what are the reasons I could be disciplined and or fired for? A- Safety violations, multiple late deliveries.

Q- How are delivery times calculated? A- Delivery time is calculated at 50mph from the time the load is dispatched. 10 hours off is added for each 14 hours at 50mph. I'm not sure if I am calculating this correctly. I only came up with a 4 hour buffer on a 1000 mile run:

Calculated: 1000 mile run at 50mph= 20 hours + 10 hours off after 14 hours (14h + 10h + 6h)= 30hours total

Actual: 1000 mile run at 63mph= 16 hours + 10 hours off after 14 hours (14h + 10h + 2h)= 26hours total (4 hour buffer)

Q- If for any reason I don’t make it through orientation, does the company provide return transport to my home, or am I left on the curb? A-Schneider provides a bus ticket home. If distance is greater that 600 miles, a plane ticket may be provided instead.

Q- Is the new "Earn your CDL" program nation wide? A- NO, it is only in selected areas of IL, OH, and CO.

That's interesting... If you go to their website, they have a section for CDL training in OH: http://schneiderjobs.com/search-driving-opportunities/details/141101

I'm wondering if it may be a pilot program for this area... I have a phone interview with a recruiter tomorrow @ 3:30 eastern. I will specifically ask him if this is available in VA. If you want, email me your phone # and the best time to call. It may be good to compare notes since we are starting about the same time... huntindoug at americaonline(AOL)dotcom

I talked to a recruiter today... They still hire from private CDL schools also.

Actually, I don't work for them yet... So I'm sure I cant get the bonus. It would sure be nice though. LOL When do you plan on starting with them? I'm guessing I will start with Schneider sometime in Feb. I'm leaning toward getting my CDL local, stating on Jan 4th.

I just got off the phone with a Schneider rep. They now offer a company sponsored CDL training program similar to Roehl. They tell me they teamed up with several private schools to add this to their recruiting options. I plan on getting my CDL locally, then signing with them. I thought I'd post info here to be added to the list of companies that offer it:

1 year contract... If the recruit doesnt fulfill the 1 year the payback is $4000 (prorated) 4 week 8am to 5pm schedule. CDL training is unpaid lodging is provided lunch is provided transportation to/from hotel is not provided

Hope the info helps...

Do they offer this in Virginia? Did you call their 180044PRIDE #? If not is it possible for you to give me the # you called so I can ask them? Thanks in advance.

I'm not sure about VA. I filled out an online app. She said you have to be located within 30 miles of the facility. When I told her I'm 36 miles away, she said no problem. I talked to Brianna 920-592-4039... Tell her I sent you. It could be worth $500 :~)

They said the CDL school closest to me is in Wilmington, OH. And the 2 training facilities (after CDL school) closest to me are Gary IN, and Green Bay WI

I just got off the phone with a Schneider rep. They now offer a company sponsored CDL training program similar to Roehl. They tell me they teamed up with several private schools to add this to their recruiting options. I plan on getting my CDL locally, then signing with them. I thought I'd post info here to be added to the list of companies that offer it:

1 year contract... If the recruit doesnt fulfill the 1 year the payback is $4000 (prorated) 4 week 8am to 5pm schedule. CDL training is unpaid lodging is provided lunch is provided transportation to/from hotel is not provided

Hope the info helps...