I Finished My 1st Year in Trucking - Here's What I Learned

A PAM Transport and Driver Solutions trucker talks about what he learned during the first year out on the road.
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[@albertarseneau848]

Brother you have a great work ethic and the right stuff! Wish you safe miles and good paydays. Gonna pass this on to my students in Canada.

[@yurunning5574]

Congrats

[@Prescottbush314]

I’ve almost finished my 1st year and here’s what I learned, do a pre trip, keep your wheels on the road,stay in your lane, stay outta the ditches, stay off of cars, stay on bridges, don’t speed , don’t be in a hurry for nothing, watch out for the other asshole on the road, always maintain a safe following distance plus 1 truck length, never never never drive tired and never drive like a dumb ass

[@xandermondo6520]

Man did you see what Little America truck stop did to Scottish Trucker Tommy in his latest video. Other truckers need to know about this.

[@franknga]

Congrats, in trucking your 1st is basically Bootcamp, don't expect much. Once done, everything comes your way. Big up...

[@offshorefisherman6935]

great video, thanks for your time

[@loganhowlett1908]

Thank you for sharing your experience I start my training at the end of November through a Tactical College that I qualified for a work for scholarship for so not doing the driver contract thing the way that you did but any advice on how to look for a job coming out of school not owing any money but not having a guaranteed spot like if you did driver sponsor training or excuse me company sponsor training

[@cecillawson9783]

Wishing you the Best in your truck driving career!

[@chazmobizmo8598]

It's nice to see someone tell it like it is and say that if you work hard then things can happen for you. I am sure that if any of your instructors seen this video that they appreciate being thanked for the knowledge they passed on to you. Congrats on your first year.

[@Mark-ce3gp]

Congratulations. Young man. A lot of people talk sh!t about pam Transport. You are a perfect example this type of opportunity working if you apply yourself.

[@Lott0Jay]

I'm going to join

[@bryanekberg1042]

Thinking of a career change. Looking into going to truck driving school. Big decision to make at 40 years old.

[@Buggen-Out-Yo]

Bryan Ekberg Hey man some companies will train you to get your CDL but they retain you for 1-2 years.

[@dmitryn.4403]

Bryan Ekberg Never too late. If have patience you can easily earn over 80k plus per year. Get 1 Year experience and try to get into freight companies they pay well

[@billharvey5162]

Bryan Ekberg i hear you. I’m 38 been doing carpentry for almost 20 years. Got to try something else

[@kellygookin8164]

I started at age 53

[@Hello_its_me_mario]

Dont do it.

[@ssimp211]

Thought has came to me a few times...thing that gets me are the accidents and ppl who can't drive!!

[@Flipping_Assets]

I did dump trucking for 2 years with a bad driving record and got only $800 week till I got a cleaner record and now I bought my own truck and I do intermodal local/regional work in Chicago and I make 2500-5000 net profit after expenses..

[@johnsantorawluszki715]

Congratulations. I've done over 19 years now. I'm happy where I'm at finally. Hope you find yourself a good fit

[@alexramos2670]

I drive class B but im going all in for class A. Lets get this money.!

[@shockhouser3171]

How many people pass the school

[@fingersmcgee2762]

im going to cdl school in fall

[@brodrickgray751]

What are some questions should I ask these companies that are recruiting me? Also what to look out for?

[@Truckingwithglenn]

I know this is a few years to late but grats bro.

[@zbib43]

From who I kno and what I’ve seen on here, once you knock your 1st year out that’s when the really good opportunities come through. Leaving for training with Schneider soon, can’t wait to start the process

[@tonynyc7709]

Congrats on your first year. I'm unemployed and considering a change of career to trucking. God bless, keep it up.

[@iAnon666]

Tony Nyc if you can stand to be away from home for months at a time. do it. im 7 months into an otr contract. best decision ive made regarding a money making opportunity

[@zbib43]

iAnon have you ever thought about doing regional or finding a good local gig to be home more?

[@ad356]

@@iAnon666 i made 60 grand last year driving a day cab home daily driving milk tanker class A. i work almost everyday but am working 7-9 hour shifts. you don't necessarily have to be a long haul trucker to make decent money. im not 6 figures but i do pretty good and still go home to my wife/kids/house/dog/bed

[@caligroovin1982]

Great video bro, a lot of people feel like giving up including myself but like you said, stick with it. It will pay off

[@GreatCDLTraining]

thank you for the praise and seriously it will pay off if you stick with it. - Glenn

[@aidanbarnes4290]

I'm really nervous about what I'm going up against. But that's normal I just need to stay positive

[@cybersoil100]

Thanks for taking the time to make this great video.

[@Caribbean_King]

Should be starting with PAM via driver solutions soon. My goal is to save the $ and buy apartments, move to Florida to drive, retire as early as possible!

[@ehindley8603]

Well done mate. I have been looking for a career change as well!!!

[@bulldog.atv.outdoors]

Great attitude

[@AlphaEyad]

How many days off do you get a week ? And since it’s been 3 years how is everything going ? Anything different did you take different routes

[@easytopleez33]

Good for you Buddy, keep up the good work!!

[@thefnaffan2]

Thanks for sharing, this is something I'm really considering...

[@pires4641]

Eric Jones End up doing it?

[@11zanderman]

congrads on getting through your first year.

[@iAnon666]

i know this video is a bit old but congratulations man, im 7 months in and just a bit longer on my contract

[@lamontrichie8310]

Thanks for the info bruh!!

[@briangreen4702]

Really awsome video

[@mst3573]

Thank you for that information keep it up post as much information as possible so we can all learn

[@theamerican7131]

Great job! Happy for and best of luck. Thumbs up.

[@coreyriley2537]

Thank you for all the info you have give me

[@GreatCDLTraining]

You're welcome.

[@familyman247]

Right on brotha keep it moving

[@LomilomiHealing]

Aloha Brother, thank you for the great info. Looking forward to my new trucking career.

[@charlesbyrd1815]

Congratulations

[@travis5665]

good attitude man!

[@myrawillams9733]

Would you recommend Pam for someone that has a bad criminal record

[@quisquay1982]

I need to speak with u glenn....im about to complete cdl school..thanx..great video also

[@Simba.Luna.]

How do you have a family being a truck driver?

[@texas1019]

Very humble man, great attitude to have to be successful. What do you think about pulling doubles for Saia or Old Dominion? How you think the money compares vs bottling companies? Thanks!

[@GreatCDLTraining]

I’m not sure on doubles. I have never been interested in pulling doubles so I haven’t ever looked into it. I would imagine there is money in pulling them just as the other companies. It all depends how you push yourself to make your plan be successful. - Trucker Glenn

[@gtorjoepontiac5136]

What did make at Pam in 1 year?

[@tonetone8915]

How much do you make now,with the the new company bro?

[@tmac0982]

Where are all of the Pam terminals located??

[@Simba.Luna.]

How long do you stay away from home from and when you come back home how many days off do you have?

[@grimreefer213]

Hey question - how does the body feel sitting in a truck seat for 60 hours per week?

[@trep2219]

How is your family life doing?

[@michaellawson6222]

I just applied I'm starting over I'll stay for 2 years

[@austinreeves9112]

Im looking at getting my cdl real fast. Im just worried about being home with my daughter and being able to get my wife and I out of her grandpas house.

[@younghandsome3447]

Bruh, today's my first day.. when I graduate and get my CDL's what should I do or ask to make THE MOST money?? Dont wanna be taken advantage of.

[@vettalex459]

congrats on your first year about to start line hauling need some advice

[@coreyt.rogers9376]

Why not buy your own truck. Build your credit and get a commercial autoloan? This builds your value on top of having your cdl license. Drive your own truck if you want more pay.

[@leecook7904]

How much did you make your first year? How much the second year? thank you.

[@gussygatlin3093]

Im starting with PAM schooling in 5 days... What are the log books and mapping about. Dont we get GPS... And whats the calculator for? lol

[@mst3573]

How did you stay accident free and incident free

[@GreatCDLTraining]

From Glenn: I was accident free and incident free simply by taking my time on the road and at truck stops. Most of the incidents/accidents you will see will happen at the truck stops. Most common accidents/incidents happen while backing. If you are at a truck stop or delivering somewhere where be sure to always get out and look. If there is any doubt in your mind about distance or an object behind you or anything, take the 7 seconds to get out and look. That 7 seconds will save you more time than you will ever know!!!

[@marcuscrossgrove6272]

I'm an 18 vet and i will tell u how to stay accident and incident free. First of all, take yr time, don't let dispatchers or anyone rush u never, always pretrip every single day, if something needs to be repairs get it fixed before driving it, always plan ahead, and pray everyday.Expecially for d.o.t lol that they won't go to writing tickets and things lol. And make safe everyday driving your practice. Own it. Challenge yourself to be a lil safer the next day. If u do those than 100 to none u will be ok

[@michellewashington6264]

@@marcuscrossgrove6272 love it 😊😊😊

[@michaelrodriguez2348]

who you working for now? I'm with C.R.England and I have fulfilled my contract with them. I actually plan on doing that golden year then venturing out. I'm from Seattle,WA. looking for a company there that will give me the miles and home time. got any suggestions? I checked out a few like swift, Marten and knight but the only one that would do a dedicated was swift. I feel like I would be taking a step backwards. gonna check out heartland. they want one year experience. by the way congratulations. God bless you in your career.

[@GreatCDLTraining]

Michael, Thank you for the kind words and encouragement. I now work for B&M Transport as an independent contractor. It's a local company where I live and it's working out great. What I did was I found a guy who owns his own trucks and got hired to drive by him. He is leased to the company. Now I no longer get paid by the mile, it's all by the load. Long story short, it's a lot more money. I'm actually learning what I need to know to purchase my own truck and put myself in the same position that my boss is in. As far as home time, I'm home 1-2 days during the week and every weekend. When you look to change companies double check on the home time and the pay. Start looking at local companies, preferably the smaller companies. Those are the ones that generally have you home more often and allow you to make the most money. Only switch if it works for you! If you can, go ahead and just stick to finishing that golden year because as long as you keep that MVR and CSA clean, "YOU WRITE YOUR OWN TICKET!" Congratulations on completing your contract and drive safe. - Glenn

[@michaelrodriguez2348]

Thank you. Awesome reply. good information. I'm gonna subscribe to your KZbin. I'll keep in contact. God bless you and keep you safe

[@timmiryan4721]

system transport out of Seattle if you want to do flatbed Regional

[@nickcorrow174]

Hey man, I'm going to training with cr england in two weeks, did you like working with them? Was the pay pretty good?

[@RONJAE212003]

Question? Can you bring home at least $800 a week? Your first year?

[@757gixxer750]

Jacque Branch C. No not every week. 800 after taxes with pam is a lucky week

[@moncho2000]

Jacque Renee ok

[@Mikewee777]

Jacque Renee no.

[@Mikewee777]

closer to $200 weekly

[@mikep.541]

Get a job with a Class 1 Railroad. Federal pension. Can’t be beat.

[@muhamedberisha3015]

what type of dot physical dose Pam doo I'm going with Pam transportation. on May

[@gorignak64850]

can you raise your hands over you head and duck walk? can you lift and carry 25lbs if "needed".. with proper lifting technique. and are you drug and Alcohol free? If so you can pass the DOT. good luck everyone.

[@gorignak64850]

@muhamedberisha Read up or below bub I think you got this.

[@tonyslaughter1755]

Is Swift a bad company to start with??

[@fusezombie9509]

What was the hardest part of your first year?

[@GreatCDLTraining]

The hardest part of my first year was finding my way around route wise. In other words it was a little hard making sure I was taking the correct routes. Also when getting to the destination, it was hard making sure I was entering at the correct entrance.

[@chidontochi7908]

did they pay you while on training?

[@gorignak64850]

I would like to know this question as well.

[@Iodotoluene]

Tim Torres when I did it, they paid $50 per week for food while you were in school (3 weeks) then about 50 per day while you were with a trainer (about a month)

[@antonioallison2754]

Iodotoluene What company did you work for? I've been hearing around $500 a week in training. You can't pay your bills, clothing etc with $50 or $100 a week. If they are in high demand for drivers they won't get anyone working for them if they are paying that low.

[@gussygatlin3093]

Now its $350 a wk for 3 wks with the trainer after graduating. Then .44 cents per mile as a team and 30 something cents per mile solo. I forget..

[@plotstoppa3454]

when you were driving in snow did you ever slide back down hill or how about mountain driving is it as scary as it looks

[@GreatCDLTraining]

The snow is not the problem. Its the slush and ice that becomes the problem. I have never slid back downhill, but I have had to downshift going downhill in Colorado on ice before. That was on highway 70. Remember the brake gets you in trouble on ice. The key is to downshift as much as possible and take it slow.

[@corygargus2786]

about how much did u earn your firts year?

[@alyssonalmeida7713]

good positive atitude.congrats