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Daniel H.'s Comment
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Alright so I am going to be getting my CDL this week. I have a contract with Schneider to become a OTR tanker. I just wanted to know whats to expect. The cons and pros and just some advice to a new driver.

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.

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.

Robert B. (The Dragon) ye's Comment
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Safety is always priority #1. Tankers drive differently because of the surge of moving liquids. Once you get some experience and get used to what's going to happen, you'll be able to better anticipate it. As far as a company choice, Schneider is a good company with plenty of opportunities and different options as far as what you can haul. Every type of freight has its quirks, you just have to figure out what they are so you can keep the shiny side up and get on down the road.

Steve L.'s Comment
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Keep a positive attitude and don't get too frustrated if you don't turn the miles you want right away.

I don't know how Schneider has the formula set up, but they'll increase your hauls as you gain experience. By six months in you should be getting good miles.

If you think you're coming up the learning curve quicker & want more miles talk to your team leaders.

Good luck.
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