Schneider Vs TMC
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Prime pays better than both of them
Talk to Schneider. One of my best friends just started with them and the extra perks they offer Veterans is impressive. Also talk to your VA office, they work pretty well with Schneider and have some great opportunities. This isn't a plug and I don't work for them but when my bud Matt told me about everything they had available, it's an impressive list.
GeminiBob, do you know if there's a specific time in service you have to have in order to be eligible for troops to transport? Are you still active duty? Iv asked around but haven't been able to get a real solid answer. Maybe i should see a career planner, what do you think?
GeminiBob, do you know if there's a specific time in service you have to have in order to be eligible for troops to transport? Are you still active duty? Iv asked around but haven't been able to get a real solid answer. Maybe i should see a career planner, what do you think?
As long as you are eligible for GI Bill you should be eligible for the school. Talk to ACAP or just call Troops Into Transportation (TIT).
I did 14 years and got out August 2014. There's guys in class with me that's been out for longer and there are also active Soldiers on terminal leave.
I'm at the school in FT Benning, GA. There are other schools as well but they are fairly good as far as instructors. PM me if you need more info.
Terminal:
A facility where trucking companies operate out of, or their "home base" if you will. A lot of major companies have multiple terminals around the country which usually consist of the main office building, a drop lot for trailers, and sometimes a repair shop and wash facilities.
Ok, I'm new to CDL and OTR and have 1.5 weeks left of CDL School at Fort Benning, GA - Troops Into Transportation.
I'm currently looking at Schneider OTR Van or Tanker divisions for Eastern Region and I'm looking at TMC. IMMEDIATELY, I'm chasing the money, not worried about hometime as much right now so I'm under the impression I'm what most carriers are looking for....
My situation right now is true PRO vs CON between both companies. I understand everyone has an opinion, however I'm looking for current company drivers from both that can talk smart about the company and possibly in these divisions.
Pay per mile vs percentage pay? Reset time vs home time? Business leader issues vs planners or dispatchers? Retention for great drivers? Army Reserves monthly drill weekends?
I graduate from school 27 October 2015 and will be planning to go straight to carrier with X endorsements, HAZMAT & TANKER specifically.
I have 14+ years driving tractor trailers in the Army, non 88M mos. I was awarded and recognized for driving skills by the Army.
Please feel free to assist me in anything else I might not be thinking about. I'm ready to hit the road after graduation.
Thank you for your time and honesty.
You're really talking two different animals. TMC is flatbed Schneider is not. I recommend you go first with the type of job you want then look @ the $. If you want flatbed it won't matter how much Schneider pays. On the other hand if all you want is $ you may get it and not like the job.
CDL:
Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
A CDL is required to drive any of the following vehicles:
- Any combination of vehicles with a gross combined weight rating (GCWR) of 26,001 or more pounds, providing the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of the vehicle being towed is in excess of 10,000 pounds.
- Any single vehicle with a GVWR of 26,001 or more pounds, or any such vehicle towing another not in excess of 10,000 pounds.
- Any vehicle, regardless of size, designed to transport 16 or more persons, including the driver.
- Any vehicle required by federal regulations to be placarded while transporting hazardous materials.
HAZMAT:
Hazardous Materials
Explosive, flammable, poisonous or otherwise potentially dangerous cargo. Large amounts of especially hazardous cargo are required to be placarded under HAZMAT regulations
OTR:
Over The Road
OTR driving normally means you'll be hauling freight to various customers throughout your company's hauling region. It often entails being gone from home for two to three weeks at a time.
Dispatcher:
Dispatcher, Fleet Manager, Driver Manager
The primary person a driver communicates with at his/her company. A dispatcher can play many roles, depending on the company's structure. Dispatchers may assign freight, file requests for home time, relay messages between the driver and management, inform customer service of any delays, change appointment times, and report information to the load planners.New Reply:
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Ok, I'm new to CDL and OTR and have 1.5 weeks left of CDL School at Fort Benning, GA - Troops Into Transportation.
I'm currently looking at Schneider OTR Van or Tanker divisions for Eastern Region and I'm looking at TMC. IMMEDIATELY, I'm chasing the money, not worried about hometime as much right now so I'm under the impression I'm what most carriers are looking for....
My situation right now is true PRO vs CON between both companies. I understand everyone has an opinion, however I'm looking for current company drivers from both that can talk smart about the company and possibly in these divisions.
Pay per mile vs percentage pay? Reset time vs home time? Business leader issues vs planners or dispatchers? Retention for great drivers? Army Reserves monthly drill weekends?
I graduate from school 27 October 2015 and will be planning to go straight to carrier with X endorsements, HAZMAT & TANKER specifically.
I have 14+ years driving tractor trailers in the Army, non 88M mos. I was awarded and recognized for driving skills by the Army.
Please feel free to assist me in anything else I might not be thinking about. I'm ready to hit the road after graduation.
Thank you for your time and honesty.
CDL:
Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
A CDL is required to drive any of the following vehicles:
HAZMAT:
Hazardous Materials
Explosive, flammable, poisonous or otherwise potentially dangerous cargo. Large amounts of especially hazardous cargo are required to be placarded under HAZMAT regulations
OTR:
Over The Road
OTR driving normally means you'll be hauling freight to various customers throughout your company's hauling region. It often entails being gone from home for two to three weeks at a time.
Dispatcher:
Dispatcher, Fleet Manager, Driver Manager
The primary person a driver communicates with at his/her company. A dispatcher can play many roles, depending on the company's structure. Dispatchers may assign freight, file requests for home time, relay messages between the driver and management, inform customer service of any delays, change appointment times, and report information to the load planners.