Comments By Razorback

Thanks Kris! Yeah Old School, they seem to be from their website and talking with the recruiter. If anyone knows a driver from Melton, Cypress, and the Florida food grade tank companies...I would appreciate being put in touch with them if they're willing to chat. Also if anyone has any info on the fuel companies in central Florida.

Hey Razorback, check out Cypress - they are a flat-bed company out of Florida and they are an over the road outfit. I see them all over the place - they do a lot of sheetrock loads. One of the nice things about those sheetrock loads is that often times you are picking up a pre-loaded trailer that is already tarped for you.

Ok cool. I have called them. They require that I go through their 160 hr refresher course. They are advertising regional, home every weekend, which means sometimes only a 34 or less and sometimes 48 or a little more. I would like to speak with an actual driver or 3, ha ha ha. I've also talked with Melton. No 160 hr refresher, but I may have to go out with a trainer for a couple of weeks, which wouldn't be a big deal. According to Melton they pay .48 c loaded and empty.

I live in Florida, which we all know is kind of crappy for a truck driver as far as companies that will hire. I've been out for a little while, so I probably will solicit help/information from you all as this is an every changing industry. I am gathering information on the food grade tanker companies here as that is what I pulled before. Also flatbed companies that will hire out of Florida. Lastly some of the fuel hauling companies here.

Welcome aboard Razorback, we're glad to have ya in here!

Thanks Old School, glad to be here.

Hello and welcome to the forum!

Thanks Anchorman

I'm new here, and have been lurking around for a few days. I can say that I have enjoyed what I have been reading so far. Also that it seems that the people here are genuine and eager to help. A far cry from some of the negative content on some other forums. I have prior experience in flatbed and tanker, and may be getting back in the industry. Have a great evening everyone :)