(Newbie) I Have Chosen Roehl For My CDL School. Please Chime In On My Rationale
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Hit submit too soon. She is a pretty cool lady, and she used to drive. Also, I'm a Clemson grad, so I'm not to fond of that junior college in Columbia lol
LOL Thanks Sam. I see I had a contact in my email from them (some conflicting information on their website and what I have in my notes about the hourly pay. website say new drivers make 42.5 cents per mile recruiter said less. I will reach out to Amanda and see what information she has.
BMI:
Body mass index (BMI)
BMI is a formula that uses weight and height to estimate body fat. For most people, BMI provides a reasonable estimate of body fat. The BMI's biggest weakness is that it doesn't consider individual factors such as bone or muscle mass. BMI may:
- Underestimate body fat for older adults or other people with low muscle mass
- Overestimate body fat for people who are very muscular and physically fit
It's quite common, especially for men, to fall into the "overweight" category if you happen to be stronger than average. If you're pretty strong but in good shape then pay no attention.
My recruiter's name is Amanda. The number is 800-641-4748, ext 5565.
So I spoke with Amanda, she gave me lots of information. more than I had received from any recruiter thus far. She made a compelling case for XPO so I am reviewing my options. Not sure what I will do here but I will do some more research it is either XPO or Roehl for me at this point...
Everything Amanda told me has been spot on. I also liked the fact once you get your permit at home, you'll not be asked for any money once you get there. They even pay Missouri the fee for your CDL , and you'll get food and lodging. If for some reason a student doesn't make it, even if they fail the drug test or they quit, the company will still pay for the bus ride home, and not be forced to just figure it out.
I would also like to add that if you choose to go to XPO, I won't get a single cent. I'm just someone who is happy with the company I chose, and I'm spreading the word.
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.
HOS:
Hours Of Service
HOS refers to the logbook hours of service regulations.OOS:
When a violation by either a driver or company is confirmed, an out-of-service order removes either the driver or the vehicle from the roadway until the violation is corrected.
Everything Amanda told me has been spot on. I also liked the fact once you get your permit at home, you'll not be asked for any money once you get there. They even pay Missouri the fee for your CDL , and you'll get food and lodging. If for some reason a student doesn't make it, even if they fail the drug test or they quit, the company will still pay for the bus ride home, and not be forced to just figure it out.
I would also like to add that if you choose to go to XPO, I won't get a single cent. I'm just someone who is happy with the company I chose, and I'm spreading the word.
I appreciate the info Sam. Amanda seems very knowledgeable and straight forward. So I have to decide Roehl or XPO.
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.
HOS:
Hours Of Service
HOS refers to the logbook hours of service regulations.OOS:
When a violation by either a driver or company is confirmed, an out-of-service order removes either the driver or the vehicle from the roadway until the violation is corrected.
Prime actually contacted me quickly. I applied through their website on a Friday afternoon, and a recruiter called by Sunday. Roehl also got back with me within two days of applying online. Maybe that's the way to do it, or I got lucky.
Prime actually contacted me quickly. I applied through their website on a Friday afternoon, and a recruiter called by Sunday. Roehl also got back with me within two days of applying online. Maybe that's the way to do it, or I got lucky.
Applying to the company will most certainly get you in touch with the recruiters faster and easier. A lot of people try to call and ask an hour worth of questions before applying but that normally doesn't fly. The recruiters get paid to bring drivers into the company. They don't make much of anything (if anything at all) sitting on the phone answering questions so they prefer to deal with people who are at least serious enough about working there to put in an application.
We have an excellent listing of truck driving jobs where you can even apply to multiple companies with one form if you like.
Wow, so I am squeaky clean and Roehl rejected me which is curious. I read a post somewhere that they will do that if they are not actively recruiting in your area. Oh well.
Jeff i just got my cdl. Failed first three times. I was contacted by XPO and was offered sponsorship. I had already committed to a start time. I'm starting orientation on Monday the 15th.
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.
Jeff i just got my cdl. Failed first three times. I was contacted by XPO and was offered sponsorship. I had already committed to a start time. I'm starting orientation on Monday the 15th.
That is great news Bucket, Congrats! I am waiting for XPO to give me the final approval. They are running background checks on me she said it could take a couple days. the class on the 15th was full so if I pass the background check I can start on the 22nd. Maybe I will see you there!
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.
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Hit submit too soon. She is a pretty cool lady, and she used to drive. Also, I'm a Clemson grad, so I'm not to fond of that junior college in Columbia lol
BMI:
Body mass index (BMI)
BMI is a formula that uses weight and height to estimate body fat. For most people, BMI provides a reasonable estimate of body fat. The BMI's biggest weakness is that it doesn't consider individual factors such as bone or muscle mass. BMI may:
It's quite common, especially for men, to fall into the "overweight" category if you happen to be stronger than average. If you're pretty strong but in good shape then pay no attention.