Profile For Christopher L.

I do have a question. If a route says it runs out of Detroit (Great Lakes Regional), does that mean I start at Detroit after my 34/48 off time?

Hello everyone! I was on here around 2021 and was trying to start a career in trucking. I originally thought about Veriha, but due to having to sign a non-compete I opted to not go there. I had a friend who worked for a local company in Columbus, OH running dump trailers and they agreed to "train" me. Sadly I only lasted 3 days. I got there Monday morning and was told I had to get my CDL that Friday or I was fired. I was a nervous wreck.

Needless to say I do not blame the company, yes it was a rush training and I was not as mentally prepared as I should have been. I wish I was given longer that 4 days to get a CDL, but business is business and they need to make money. Again I do not blame anyone in this situation it is what it is.

So now I work for a company running a laser for urology cases, and am still in the medical field, however, I have been looking at getting back in a truck. I will definitely be choosing a carrier with company sponsored or company paid CDL training. For those of you who are thinking of taking an easier route to get your CDL like I did, my advice is Don't.

There is a reason that they tell you the truth on here. Yes most starter companies are just that, but sometimes you find yourself with these companies for a long time because they are not all as bad as former employees on the Internet will tell you. If nothing else go with a mega and get your year in, pay back the loan and find a home.

Anyway thank you everyone on here who gave me great advice when I first showed interest, and new drivers please don't ignore the advice given

Most if not all major carriers do hair tests as well.

I’ve already been vaccinated against COVID-19, not for my personal health but for those in my life with weakened immune system or compromised immune system which are quite a few people. It’s better for me to play it safe then be sorry for these loved one.

This is just my opinion on it, I don’t really care what others do.

Same, my doctor and my pastor who is a nurse practitioner said I needed to get it

Have you proposed to them? It worked for my ex

I would just finish it out to be honest, whether or not they "snuck" it in. It does not matter at this point, it will look better on CDL reports if you finish from what I am told. I am glad you posted though. If I chose Veriha I will pay close attention to the paperwork, but 12.5k is a lot to owe.

I'm glad you made it, stay safe! God bless you

I might just forego Veriha all together then, I spoke with Schneider. I think that is a better fit for my area anyhow, since I can transfer within to a local route if need be.

Really??!! You are turning down a company because a driver that is new to TT walked away from the company you were looking at. We don't know why he had issues and know nothing of his contract, so he could be mistaken about what it says. He could have a non-compete clause when he joined and Veriha has since dropped it. I thought you were older and been out in the world....I must be mistaken.

Laura

......wow....really. This is not the first time I have heard of the non-compete, in fact it's not the second either. I am doing what is the smart thing and not trusting recruiters.

Schneider would be a better fit for my family if it all pans out. I do not know you not you me, but being a minister I do not appreciate being lied to if this is the case.

I might just forego Veriha all together then, I spoke with Schneider. I think that is a better fit for my area anyhow, since I can transfer within to a local route if need be.

I am/was planing on Veriha and they told me they do not have a non-compete.... I'm guessing they are lying to me