Refresher Course, KLLM Or Schneider National

I'm currently looking into either doing my refresher course through KLLM or Schneider. Right now I'm leaning towards KLLM because of the reviews that they have on their training program. I spoke with the recruiters from both companies and had most of my questions answered. I understand that the recruiters are sales people and need to do their job. So, with that said, do any of you have any experience with either company that may help me in my decision? I drove for Schneider 9 years ago and thought they were a good company to start with. Again, from what I have been reading, it seems as though KLLM may be a better choice this time around. Any feed back would be appreciated!!

I'm currently looking into either doing my refresher course through KLLM or Schneider. Right now I'm leaning towards KLLM because of the reviews that they have on their training program. I spoke with the recruiters from both companies and had most of my questions answered. I understand that the recruiters are sales people and need to do their job. So, with that said, do any of you have any experience with either company that may help me in my decision? I drove for Schneider 9 years ago and thought they were a good company to start with. Again, from what I have been reading, it seems as though KLLM may be a better choice this time around. Any feed back would be appreciated!!

KLLM is about 70% lease drivers. I know Schneider is a very good company to work for.

Jim, I work for Schneider, so be prepared for a VERY biased review: I cannot imagine being treated better as an employee by a company. The icing is in their 401k contributions... if you kick in 6%, they'll match you dollar-for-dollar. As a new driver & new employee, my OTR training was unusually short, but if you already have experience I don't see where that would pose much of a problem for you. Good luck, and know that whichever company you go with, it will be the right decision. KLLM was on my short list. Looking forward to having you back on the road!

Thank you for that feedback!!

I'm currently looking into either doing my refresher course through KLLM or Schneider. Right now I'm leaning towards KLLM because of the reviews that they have on their training program. I spoke with the recruiters from both companies and had most of my questions answered. I understand that the recruiters are sales people and need to do their job. So, with that said, do any of you have any experience with either company that may help me in my decision? I drove for Schneider 9 years ago and thought they were a good company to start with. Again, from what I have been reading, it seems as though KLLM may be a better choice this time around. Any feed back would be appreciated!!

KLLM is about 70% lease drivers. I know Schneider is a very good company to work for.

That is the only reason I was looking at KLLM over Schneider, is the length of their training. I also thought Schneider was a good company. You are absolutely correct, whatever company I choose will be the right one. Looking forward to getting back on the road. Thank you!!

Jim, I work for Schneider, so be prepared for a VERY biased review: I cannot imagine being treated better as an employee by a company. The icing is in their 401k contributions... if you kick in 6%, they'll match you dollar-for-dollar. As a new driver & new employee, my OTR training was unusually short, but if you already have experience I don't see where that would pose much of a problem for you. Good luck, and know that whichever company you go with, it will be the right decision. KLLM was on my short list. Looking forward to having you back on the road!

My suggestion is to look beyond the training. You have experience and that training is gonna be over before you know it. Ask yourself; which company meets my needs?

Good luck!

Jim decided:

That is the only reason I was looking at KLLM over Schneider, is the length of their training.

Steve's right. Length of training has little to do with your truck driving success. Like many other learning experiences, it's a mind game - how you handle the training, more than what's taught.

Every step from school till you're a "first seat"/solo driver, you might think you've got it all down. The truth is, each step simply prepares you for the next level. Just got your CDL? Sure your legal, but most new drivers wouldn't be able to drive across town. Even get first dispatch as a solo driver, you'll feel really alone, just you, the tractor and that trailer just sitting there.

Apply yourself to the training, soak up everything you can regardless of how long you're riding along. That's what it takes to be successful, no matter how long your training takes.