PAM TRANSPORTATION OR GET CDL FROM ROADMASTER AND ROLL THE DICE

Should I go with PAM who have already hired me or go with Roadmaster so I don't have a contract?

Should I go with PAM who have already hired me or go with Roadmaster so I don't have a contract?

Not having a contract will cost you the Roadmaster tuition. Coupla $Grand.

If some company says they'll pay your tuition, well you'll be on a contract for a year or so. So your question is more like if you want a floral or a geometric pattern on your drapes.

The contract question is simply because you don't want to be tied to a company for a year. You'll find out that JOB STABILITY by sticking with one company for a year or more is a GOOD THING.

If PAM has hired you, and you feel that PAM is a good fit, that's the way to go. (PAM Transport review from our Trucking Company Reviews)

Don't stress the contract. We already proven you will break even either as quickly or quicker by doing a contract. Besides, we recommend sticking out your first year with your first company anyway.

Thanks for sharing everyone.

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Roadmaster in Fontana is telling me that it will cost $7,500 for training and that Werner would then put in $250 a month reimbursement. At that rate, it would take me 30 months to pay off my loan, assuming I put nothing in at all.

Through this site, I found some companies, such as Prime, that will pay for my training, as long as I work for them for one year. I need to get my experience anyway. I might as well do it without taking on another $7,500 in debt. Just my two cents worth.

Stay safe out there, Colin K.

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Roadmaster in Fontana is telling me that it will cost $7,500 for training and that Werner would then put in $250 a month reimbursement. At that rate, it would take me 30 months to pay off my loan, assuming I put nothing in at all.

Through this site, I found some companies, such as Prime, that will pay for my training, as long as I work for them for one year. I need to get my experience anyway. I might as well do it without taking on another $7,500 in debt. Just my two cents worth.

Stay safe out there, Colin K.

And $7,500 is INSANE for what amounts to a "3-4 weeks crash course". Keep in mind - Roadmasters own website's FAQ, informs you that all they are doing is getting you your CDL - they are NOT TRAINING YOU to be a "trucker".

One of the most common questions about truck driver training schools is whether or not three- and four-week CDL programs can possibly offer enough CDL-exam training in such a short amount of time.

The short answer? Yes, it’s absolutely possible to get the training you need for your CDL exam in that amount of time as long as you go to a good CDL school.

Part of why it’s possible is that you’ll be getting more training after you earn your Class A CDL (and at that point, you’ll likely be getting paid to train, too!) but before you go out on the road by yourself.

ALL of these schools are CDL EXAM TRAINING - that's ALL THEY DO it get you your CDL. And if companies weren't looking for that 160 hour certificate - they would probably try to do it in LESS TIME if they could. Not to say that Roadmasters isn't a well known school - just, wow - $8K for a CDL.

If you have a SOLID OFFER from PAM in your zip code (Stuart Fl) I'd say GO FOR IT. A few of our members have gone with their training.

I've noted on a few threads that you've posted in (that would be Mighty Mike) about potential issues with pay, home time and other things causing conflict with your spousal unit. You might want to do some more reading and really consider whether or not some of these issues you are concerned about - may make the choice of joining this industry incompatible with your needs.

Rick

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Roadmaster in Fontana is telling me that it will cost $7,500 for training and that Werner would then put in $250 a month reimbursement. At that rate, it would take me 30 months to pay off my loan, assuming I put nothing in at all.

Through this site, I found some companies, such as Prime, that will pay for my training, as long as I work for them for one year. I need to get my experience anyway. I might as well do it without taking on another $7,500 in debt. Just my two cents worth.

Stay safe out there, Colin K.

And $7,500 is INSANE for what amounts to a "3-4 weeks crash course". Keep in mind - Roadmasters own website's FAQ, informs you that all they are doing is getting you your CDL - they are NOT TRAINING YOU to be a "trucker".

One of the most common questions about truck driver training schools is whether or not three- and four-week CDL programs can possibly offer enough CDL-exam training in such a short amount of time.

The short answer? Yes, it’s absolutely possible to get the training you need for your CDL exam in that amount of time as long as you go to a good CDL school.

Part of why it’s possible is that you’ll be getting more training after you earn your Class A CDL (and at that point, you’ll likely be getting paid to train, too!) but before you go out on the road by yourself.

ALL of these schools are CDL EXAM TRAINING - that's ALL THEY DO it get you your CDL. And if companies weren't looking for that 160 hour certificate - they would probably try to do it in LESS TIME if they could. Not to say that Roadmasters isn't a well known school - just, wow - $8K for a CDL.

If you have a SOLID OFFER from PAM in your zip code (Stuart Fl) I'd say GO FOR IT. A few of our members have gone with their training.

I've noted on a few threads that you've posted in (that would be Mighty Mike) about potential issues with pay, home time and other things causing conflict with your spousal unit. You might want to do some more reading and really consider whether or not some of these issues you are concerned about - may make the choice of joining this industry incompatible with your needs.

Rick

The reason I am passing on PAM is because there are other trucking companies that offer CDL and training in return for a contract and pay more than $300/week.

My end goal even if it takes me a year or two is to drive tanker and regional so my home time would be frequent and the pay would be good.

The reason I am passing on PAM is because there are other trucking companies that offer CDL and training in return for a contract and pay more than $300/week.

My end goal even if it takes me a year or two is to drive tanker and regional so my home time would be frequent and the pay would be good.

Once you get that year under your belt - a lot of Florida local/regional stuff will open up for you.

Rick

Thank you everyone for all your input and advice. After much research I have decided to attend Roadmaster mid January. Once I obtain my CDL I have a job waiting for me with Armellini. Armellini is in the next city over from where I live so my home time would be weekly. Plus the pay is great!

For all of those hunting for schools and companies still, don't give up. It pays to make the phone calls and this forum to make the best choice for your situation and your future.