Hey great video! Im looking to go with prime or Roehl as well and so thankful for this video. I’m leaning more towards Roehl. How’s their trucks? Are you enjoying your experience? I like with Roehl that they give you your own truck in phrase 3 whereas prime I don’t think they just give you a truck when you’re done.
@joeymcfarland1818Күн бұрын
I drive for Roehl, I did my CDL training in Appleton, WI. Good company so far, I’m in phase 2, it’s 112 a day.
@julianlarralde129812 күн бұрын
I been wanting to be a trucker for years but i could never afford it 7 grand at my local community college. 3 weeks ago i was chilling in a walmart parking lot waiting for a order i deliver for walmart in my car and a pickup truck pulls up on me with a sign on the side that says cdl training.... I look into it only 1100 for everything i signed up the same day. Brand new school and everything im about to get my permit wish me luck on this journey felt stuck my whole life I know this is life changing career.
@DoodysTrucking-jn5vw12 күн бұрын
That’s great! You got this! Keep me posted on your progress!
@mr.c295712 күн бұрын
Is the clp permit test hard?
@jessesarmiento143316 күн бұрын
112 dollars a week or a day?
@DoodysTrucking-jn5vw15 күн бұрын
That was per day for training.
@christopherlloyd107918 күн бұрын
Thank you for sharing.
@DoodysTrucking-jn5vw18 күн бұрын
You’re welcome! Thanks for stopping by the channel.
@christopherlloyd107921 күн бұрын
Safe travels.
@christopherlloyd107921 күн бұрын
Congratulations 🎉
@253_baby21 күн бұрын
Was your wife ok with you being gone
@DoodysTrucking-jn5vw19 күн бұрын
No wife!
@thunn3528 күн бұрын
He isnt kidding about the large amount of information. The pre trip and in cab are very intimidating but you will learn it. Driving is the easy part
@DoodysTrucking-jn5vw24 күн бұрын
Very true!
@shandrealjohnson33628 күн бұрын
DId you use the braking technique?
@DoodysTrucking-jn5vw24 күн бұрын
Yes, engine brake was a must as well!
@thunn3528 күн бұрын
I just got my CDL A with Roehl. I highly recommend them. It's a grind. Be ready to work, especially in the Georgia sun
@DoodysTrucking-jn5vw24 күн бұрын
No doubt!
@shandrealjohnson33628 күн бұрын
Would they accept a person at the age mid 54 years old?
@thunn3528 күн бұрын
Absolutely, as long as you can pass a physical and drug tests
@shandrealjohnson33628 күн бұрын
@@thunn35 Got to get blood pressure down! 200/something!
@thunn3528 күн бұрын
@shandrealjohnson336 yeah that's dangerous go see your doc
@DoodysTrucking-jn5vw24 күн бұрын
Absolutely!
@stevo689128 күн бұрын
You with Roehl? Can a driver be on blood pressure medication?
@DoodysTrucking-jn5vw24 күн бұрын
As long as you’re cleared through a DOT physical exam.
@MarkoPantovichHelpsАй бұрын
Getting my interview on Tuesday to start the get my cdl program...just found you videos i appreciate your insight and advice....i like the semi local sounds like my cup of tea...how is the pay at Roehl...just to ask ... havnt really seen and reviews on this ... Being a new driver at 50 and self employed 30 years kinda nervous on the pay part...safe travels brother...
@evertgerritsen7942Ай бұрын
Thank you for the video! Can I ask how many miles you avg a week?
@DoodysTrucking-jn5vwАй бұрын
I average 1200 a 1600 weekly. However, I make more now compared to when I was doing 2500 - 3000 as my pay is significantly higher with short hauls.
@evertgerritsen7942Ай бұрын
@@DoodysTrucking-jn5vw thank you so much for the information. I’ll be starting with Roehl soon. Your videos have been so helpful to get some insight. I live near the Wisconsin Illinois border and selected regional refrigerated. You seem like you would be a great trainer!
@thunn35Ай бұрын
I'm at Roehl now finished my first week and they are an amazing company. VERY safety focused. Top tech, new trucks, and the Georgia terminal training staff is top notch. Shout out to Rush, Tony, Obey, Vince, and Doug. These guys teach you everything you need to do well. Just shut up and listen
@DoodysTrucking-jn5vwАй бұрын
You are in very capable hands. Good luck on your journey!
@thunn35Ай бұрын
@@DoodysTrucking-jn5vw thanks. I passed. On to phase 2
@btaylor8849Ай бұрын
Did you have to take a hair follicle drug test?
@DoodysTrucking-jn5vwАй бұрын
Yes, I did.
@Alpine-IceАй бұрын
Excellent video. Very genuine, informative and sincere in your approach. You really speak from the heart with the pros and cons. Keep doing more videos like this.
@DoodysTrucking-jn5vwАй бұрын
Thank you!
@Dublifesta2 ай бұрын
With roehl it depends on your trainer I did 15 days over the road
@Dublifesta2 ай бұрын
Run from roehl great training tho
@JnsAmb20192 ай бұрын
It’s 112 dollars a day otr with trainer
@stevo68912 ай бұрын
Do you like Prime Inc?
@DoodysTrucking-jn5vw2 ай бұрын
I decided to go with Roehl instead, but I’ve heard great things abkut Prime as well.
@dogfacedponysoldier91082 ай бұрын
Great advice, Doody! Thank you hope all is going well!
@DoodysTrucking-jn5vw2 ай бұрын
Same to you!
@AmirKhan-tz4cy2 ай бұрын
Hey brother this is great info it’s really helpful , I also wanted to know can you sign up for regional training with roehl instead of OTR or it has to be OTR ? ty
@DoodysTrucking-jn5vw2 ай бұрын
It depends on what type of driver your trainer is, if she/he is regional you will be on their schedule .
@micheal80182 ай бұрын
What are the health restrictions? Thank ypu.
@DoodysTrucking-jn5vw2 ай бұрын
Have to pass a DOT physical which covers basic health about the same a a yearly checkup. Lookup DOT physical requirements for a list of the details.
@TheGaryHanerPodcast2 ай бұрын
I've had someone tell me not to go to Roehl and pay for it myself so I'm not a slave to a company for a year.... like I'm a slave now not being a trucker lol people are wild. I've got 1 and a half months left before I take the dot physical and drug test and get my cdl permit. Been studying for it just to keep it fresh 😂
@DoodysTrucking-jn5vw2 ай бұрын
Everyone has a different perspective as to what works for them, but you have to do what’s best for your current situation.
@DAVIDLEWIS-jo5gf2 ай бұрын
Your giving the real. Please invest in a a mic so we can hear your jewels better! Thnx
@GildedJackal2 ай бұрын
Thanks for the heart to heart on trucking lifestyle. I'm a few weeks out from testing for my CDL and every bit of this information helps get me ready for that life.
@tysmith92552 ай бұрын
Thank you for your inside my brother I really appreciate it thank you for those challenges that you just brought to awareness. You be careful out there and keep coming with these videos you're very good at this
@Cbb8722 ай бұрын
Congrats! Thank you for making this video. Do you know anything about what they do if you fail at the dmv? I’m starting in a few weeks and am already a little worried about what if I fail?
@DoodysTrucking-jn5vw2 ай бұрын
Take it again in 24hrs, but you won’t need and retakes! You got this!
@Cbb8722 ай бұрын
@@DoodysTrucking-jn5vwthank you 🙌
@thunn3528 күн бұрын
I've seen drivers get 2 chances
@2626balboa2 ай бұрын
thanks man
@evertgerritsen79422 ай бұрын
Great content - thank you. How long is the training with a driver?
@DoodysTrucking-jn5vw2 ай бұрын
On average about a month.
@gillahousing2 ай бұрын
Congratulations good job keep up the good work. I just got my permit and I’m really thinking about going with that company
@DoodysTrucking-jn5vw2 ай бұрын
Congrats, I don’t think you will regret it!
@daveledoux35352 ай бұрын
Did you say 112 dollars a week I would not get out of bed for that
@DoodysTrucking-jn5vw2 ай бұрын
lol getting paid to get your CDL it’s a plus!
@frankieesongs322 ай бұрын
It’s $112 a day
@danadane43752 ай бұрын
Wow , but you did it! 👍🏽
@danadane43752 ай бұрын
And congrats 🎉to you , your wife and family and your Daughter with Graduation 🎉 Congratulations 🎈
@DoodysTrucking-jn5vw2 ай бұрын
Thank you! Where did the years go 😂
@danadane43752 ай бұрын
Congrats 🍾🎊 🎉
@danadane43752 ай бұрын
Thank you !
@cic-jakevanddalgeemyers.27393 ай бұрын
Wow...
@tracybrim23403 ай бұрын
How does it work with the shut down where u stay and stuff like that
@DoodysTrucking-jn5vw3 ай бұрын
I’m home every week so my shutdown is Friday evening to Monday at home. If you’re over the road your shut down could be anywhere and you have to shutdown for 34 hours.
@derrekdillard90473 ай бұрын
Thank you for all your informative videos, I’m getting my permit and plan to get into trucking in a few months. With Roehl, did you get to choose regional or national after you completed training and go on your own?
@DoodysTrucking-jn5vw3 ай бұрын
Good for you! Yes you get to choose your path with Roehl. Good luck and let me know how it goes!
@staylobrian86953 ай бұрын
I left prime..
@DoodysTrucking-jn5vw3 ай бұрын
Where is your next stop if you are willing to share? Good luck with your next opportunity.
@Trollmaster083 ай бұрын
Be careful
@jamescoombs38803 ай бұрын
Hey brother, I got my cdl in 2008 but haven't driven. I used that knowledge in management in logistics. I'm sick of management. i want to put my cdl to use. Finding your channel has been refreshing and inspiring.
@DoodysTrucking-jn5vw3 ай бұрын
Thank you! Hit the road my Brother and good luck with everything . Stop back by and check in soon!
@michaelzambrano84183 ай бұрын
How much does prime pay per day for the first part of the school? So I know how much to budget for school. Is there a stove in the kitchen to cook meals?
@DoodysTrucking-jn5vw3 ай бұрын
Prime pays 900 per week during training.. but double check that to see if anything has changed. I’m. It sure about the hotel rooms and the stove situation.
@michaelzambrano84183 ай бұрын
Thank you sir but what about before you are in the TNT part? I mean how much is the pay for the first 4-6 weeks. Before you have a cdl.
@roberty76233 ай бұрын
@michaelzambrano8418 You get a 200 dollar advance every week until your tnt phase after aquiring your cdl that you pay back at 25 a week. It only takes 2-3 weeks to obtain your cdl then you'll switch to 900 a week gross during your tnt phase of 50k miles.
@michaelzambrano84183 ай бұрын
@@roberty7623 Thank you so very much! What about work history requirements? I have worked as a Beekeeper for 5 years now. I did mostly w2 but some 1099 work too. What will they want me to show?
@stephontaylor4178Ай бұрын
@roberty7623 I spoke to a recruiter today from prime I'm go them because it's cheaper, it's only 4 thousand dollars if u don't fulfill there contract with them
@wayneheat34313 ай бұрын
Hello my name is Wayne i just came across your video even through i don't know you i am proud of you that you passed i am considering Roehl to get my class a license is there away to get in contact with you? i have a personal question and i am to embarrassed to ask on here
@paulreznick42363 ай бұрын
Super positive attitude.!!! 1 month till I go to GYCDL.
@Kith_Keys3 ай бұрын
I'm on going for my third week
@DoodysTrucking-jn5vw3 ай бұрын
You’re almost done! Good luck with your test ! You got this.
@Tactical.BuckTV3 ай бұрын
I just got my permit but I’m starting Roehl cdl program In July