Comments By PR aka Road Hog

Don't know about other companies, but Prime is superb about watching your hours. Here the motto is "You are the captain of your own ship". Meaning, if you are sleep deprived, tell your dispatcher and get your sleep. Ive a few 'tug-of-wars" with dispatch, like when I've been sitting for 12+ hours at a loader/receiver or stuck at a yard, and when my truck is empty, o repaired, its at the 'end' of my day. But for the most part, I have the say in whether I drive or not. Dispatch may not be 'thrilled' with my decision to sleep, but in the end, they would rather I sleep than wreck. Bottom line, your the driver and its YOUR call.

I use the Nutribullet every day for a smoothie. Its quick to make an easy to clean. I buy bananas apples strawberries blueberries and apples (when I can't get them from home) cut them up and put them into my freezer where I also have a bag of spinach. Makes great nutritious smoothies quickly, and as stated, is super easy to clean. I also carry a small george forman griddle to cook salmon, chicken hamburgers and steak. again, easy to cook and clean. Toss in a microwave, and I can cook just about anything, anywhere. I am usually the envy of the truck stop when drivers see me cooking up a nice filet !!

It's going great actually. been on the road nearly a year now. It gets tedious at times, especially being away from the wife and kids. The back, shoulders and legs get weary from being stuck in a chair 11 hours a day, but all in all, its been good. I have traveled all over the US, seen so many awesome sights its hard to pick a favorite. I collected a handful of salt from Utah which was pretty cool. And collected rocks for a friend building a fire pit who wanted rocks from as far away as possible. She got about 30 from me. I continue to learn everyday, which is a good thing. I even got through the yard for Labor day to enjoy the company picnic. I'm beginning to not like the yards though. every time I go though I end up getting stuck there for several days, which is a inch break from the driving routine, but puts a hurting on the wallet...if you know what I mean. Wrapping up some well needed home time, which ended up being several days of Dr's appts. Dentist, ear nose and throat and a GP to take care of a few nagging issues. Looking forward to getting back out to watch the leaves change colors. maybe get back up to Vermont to refill my maple syrup supply, and then possibly California for some sun? who knows where dispatch will send me....

Brett has several great articles and pages to help with training, including Truck Driving schools in different areas. You mentioned SOUTH CAROLINA and that is a link to the SC web page. also check out the link on the top for Truck Driving Schools and company sponsored training.

Here is the Link for ROEHL and since I didn't see one, here is the Link for SCHNEIDER

Hope that helps

Forgot to hook up the link. click HERE

How To Choose A Company I am a devorced father of two I am trying to decide between Roehl and Schneider. What do you think.

Check out this link : https://www.truckingtruth.com/paid-cdl-training/

IT lists several schools that offer company sponsored training and what to expect from them, what they pay, how long the course lasts, etc etc. At the end of the day, you really have to find the program that suits you best.

I drive for Prime, so don't know about the companies you are asking about. though there may be other drivers that can answer specific questions you may have.

Good Luck

I say yes to TWIC and Passport. I didn't need my TWIC for about 6 mos. and haven't used my passport yet. Now that I've 'proven' myself to my dispatcher, I'm in rail yards and ports (TWIC card) a couple of times a month. Its worth it. Plus, if you do get sent to a rail yard or port and DONT have a TWIC, they charge you like $90 for one time. I think my TWIC card cost me $150 total +/-.

Like everyone says, study the High Road and you will breeeeeeeze through. Are the ?s the same? no. not word for word. But if you do the high road, check your answers over and over until you score high every time without having to look, I can guarantee you will not make less than a 90 on any module. The high road was all I studied, and I made 95's and 100s. Its as close to a slam dunk as you will find.

I highly recommend study the High Road Training Program before you go. It will save you lots of worry and hassle. Check your state ahead of time, as mine would not allow me to take various endorsements before I actually had my LICENSE. Not the permit. They took my money, and allowed me to take the test, but when it came time to transfer my permit to a license, they would not allow my endorsements, meaning I had to pay again, and retake the exams again. Also. I wouldn't pack to heavy, Your time with an instructor and trainer will be cramped at best. Even now, after a year of driving, I rarely need more than 2-3 changes of clothes. Take your toiletries in a carry bag, as well as plenty of baby wipes. they really come in handy. Orientation goes by quick, so it is best to go in prepared. Be upfront and honest about ALL your background info. Trust me when I say they WILL check. any omission is frowned upon and could be reason for dismissal. Other than that, enjoy your time, meet some new friends and get ready for an awesome new career.