Wilson Logistics Training Questions

I was only on that trainers truck for a day. We both lived in NC, his student failed, and that trainer needed to get home for a preplanned family thing. It was a longer than single shift drive to get him home, so, there I was, newly minted CDL holder, making it work.

Greg you said in your first post you have choosen Wilson. Here is the question. Have you applied and they invited you to join them??

You also said you have visited several social media sites. I think by some of the questions you are going into some of that info may be causing you to think about some things that may be unrealistic.

Companies that train have been doing it awhile and have systems/policies in place that have proven effective for them. That is really their concern. Not all programs are for everyone.

Students are in a constant interview process. Not only are they looking to ensure you can master the physical skills of the job, but evaluating how well you work with others, problem solve, and if your going to be a good investment for them going forward.

If you give them an impression you will not be a good fit you will find yourself in a bad situation.

Greg S. No, I didn't say you WERE lazy lol, I said don't be IF chaining has to be done. For the most part you may never have to do that ! I drove in a lot of winter conditions, we only had to chain up once in my 3 years driving. We were up in Bishop, Cali after a big storm, CHP had everyone chain up before going over the mountain. We did (learned how right there) had NO training, once we got over the ridge, down to cleared roads, off the chains went. Never did again, because usually we shut down ahead of time, before getting to an area needing the chains.

I respectfully disagree on 2nd hand smoke myths. Sorry for your family loss, if that was the case. A study was done over 30 years ago by 2 German scientists. They showed it would take 20 years in a 20x20 room with a smoker to suffer ill effects of 2nd hand smoke.

My biological "father" died of smoking 3 packs a day of Pall Mall reds, plus being an alcoholic @ 57. Step dad smoked, but cholesterol clogged a main heart artery and he dropped dead @ 65. He smoked anything cheap since a kid. My mom smoked from 13-72, and quit cold turkey 1 day. Died in 2012 from ovarian cancer, not smoking. I've smoked 50 years now and have great lungs per last physical exam....

It's really, ALL about genetics, some die from it either way, and others don't. I've also wondered why, small dogs (mammals) don not die from 2nd hand smoke when living in a house full of smokers??? My parents dogs all lived 16-20 years, you'd think they'd die sooner since their lungs are so much smaller hmmmm

Anyway, all the best luck starting your new adventure, because that's what it can be lol

As an employee of Wilson I can confirm this. The first week of training they pretty much told us students this same thing. I didn't officially become an employee of Wilson Logistics until yesterday when I passed my CDL test. I'm on the payroll starting next week. Just did a bunch of paperwork last night on my laptop at the hotel that involved tax forms and setting up my direct deposit. From now, until I'm setup with an OTR team driving trainer (which will happen next week) I'm doing lots of paperwork and have a new list of training videos to do today. Hope this info helps.

Greg you said in your first post you have choosen Wilson. Here is the question. Have you applied and they invited you to join them??

You also said you have visited several social media sites. I think by some of the questions you are going into some of that info may be causing you to think about some things that may be unrealistic.

Companies that train have been doing it awhile and have systems/policies in place that have proven effective for them. That is really their concern. Not all programs are for everyone.

Students are in a constant interview process. Not only are they looking to ensure you can master the physical skills of the job, but evaluating how well you work with others, problem solve, and if your going to be a good investment for them going forward.

If you give them an impression you will not be a good fit you will find yourself in a bad situation.

6-8 weeks of team driving with trainer and then partner with another recent graduate to team drive for 6-8 weeks. No pay until you get you're cdl. Id rather pay 5k and do it on my own then deal with that. Also considering a lot will pay that back monthly as long as your employed by them.

As an employee of Wilson I can confirm this. The first week of training they pretty much told us students this same thing. I didn't officially become an employee of Wilson Logistics until yesterday when I passed my CDL test. I'm on the payroll starting next week. Just did a bunch of paperwork last night on my laptop at the hotel that involved tax forms and setting up my direct deposit. From now, until I'm setup with an OTR team driving trainer (which will happen next week) I'm doing lots of paperwork and have a new list of training videos to do today. Hope this info helps.

Greg you said in your first post you have choosen Wilson. Here is the question. Have you applied and they invited you to join them??

You also said you have visited several social media sites. I think by some of the questions you are going into some of that info may be causing you to think about some things that may be unrealistic.

Companies that train have been doing it awhile and have systems/policies in place that have proven effective for them. That is really their concern. Not all programs are for everyone.

Students are in a constant interview process. Not only are they looking to ensure you can master the physical skills of the job, but evaluating how well you work with others, problem solve, and if your going to be a good investment for them going forward.

If you give them an impression you will not be a good fit you will find yourself in a bad situation.

Good morning Larry T!

You gave us your opinion, and that's fine. I just want everyone to realize it's one person's opinion. It's not typically the advice we give.

I've run well over a million miles out here. I can tell you my actual experience...

I paid a private school, graduated at the top of our group, and could not find anyone willing to hire me. It was bizarre! Perfectly clean employment records for three decades did not help me. I'm still at a loss to explain it.

I recently wrote a book that goes deep into my experiences. It's full of tips to help folks succeed at trucking. Please, if you are wanting to start this career, give yourself a big boost in confidence by reading it. You can find a link to the book in This Conversation About It.

I'm honestly not trying to self promote. I wrote the book with a sincere belief that I could be a help to those struggling with getting their trucking career started. I hope people will read it and get the benefit of my own struggles and solutions.