Archive for March, 2012

CRST Recruiter Visit – March 30th 12:00pm

Friday, March 30th, 2012

We will have a recruiter from CRST International at our St. Paul location to talk to new and prospective students about driving truck with them. “We are extremely proud of our company’s reputation which exceeds 50-years and believe that our success can be attributed to the professional drivers we employ and the excellent staff and management team which cares about our drivers. CRST Expedited is the nation’s largest team carrier and has been recognized as one of the top dry van trucking companies in America. We are committed to hiring qualified individuals who are dedicated to driving safely and meeting the needs of our customers.”

CRST Expedited, Inc. has opportunities for everyone, including:
· Individuals who need training in order to obtain a Class A CDL
· Recent graduates of accredited trucking schools
· Experienced drivers, trainers (lead drivers)
· Owner-operators, lease-purchase independent contractors
· Experienced drivers who would like to train their spouse or friend

If you are looking for more information on this and other recruiter visits, call us at 866-860-4664.

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Schneider Recruiter Visit – March 29th @ 12:30pm

Wednesday, March 28th, 2012

Schneider National is one of the countries largest trucking companies. Bryan Schafer from Schneider will be at our south St Paul. For more information call Darrell at 651-707-4672.

“At Schneider, we’re all about doing right by our people. Ask any of them and they’ll tell you, we’re big where it matters and small where it counts. Everyday, our sales force is winning new business, our drivers are impressing our customers with record service levels and we’re keeping our promise to deliver great careers to the best people in the industry.”

For 74 years, we have remained true to our core values and have made decisions that lead both our business as a whole and our individual associates forward.

When you have the best people, you get the best results. That’s what Schneider is all about.

There is no truck driver on the road today more recognizable than the one behind the wheel of a Schneider tractor-trailer. For the last 75 years, we’ve employed the best the industry has to offer, hands down – the safest, most respected and seasoned group of truck drivers out there.

95% of our fleet are experienced truck driving professionals — 1,807 with a million or more accident-free miles under their belts. Another 2,324 experienced truck drivers joined us this year — and nearly a thousand of them came back after trying other companies.

Whatever you’re looking for, Schneider delivers.

All drivers are not created equal. By being big where it matters and small where it counts, Schneider is able to offer several types of driving careers to suit your needs and exceed your expectations. This year 75% of our drivers will get home weekly. That’s huge. It means you’ll get the miles you need and get home more often.

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Stevens Transport Recruiter Visit – March 27 @ 12:15p

Tuesday, March 27th, 2012

Jim Potter from Stevens Transportation will be visiting with our students at our South St. Paul campus on Valentine’s Day!

 

Founded as a family-owned and operated business, Stevens Transport has matured into North America’s most reputable, responsive, and environmentally-conscious refrigerated transport carrier.

Stevens now employs more than 3000 associates and regularly serves corporate titans like Kraft, General Mills, Tyson, M&M Mars, Tropicana, Proctor & Gamble, Wal-Mart, Frito Lay, ConAgra Foods, Colgate-Palmolive, Whole Foods and Kodak.”

Come and check out Stevens Transport. Ask questions and see what they might have to offer you.

For more information call Darrell.

651-707-4672

Or go to

www.stevenstransport.com

 

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CDL Truck Driver Testimonial – Greg & Sue D.

Monday, March 26th, 2012

Greg and Sue D. came to Interstate looking for a new career. They heard that you can make a lot of money as a team, driving over the road. They took the 160 Hour Professional Tractor Trailer Program and are now running over the road together. Here is what they had to say about their training.

“The training we received was excellent, from the classroom to the backing range, to the instruction. This was certainly a great experience.

Thanks for the very kind words. We hope you guys have a lot of fun over the road. Come back and see us again soon.

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US Xpress Recruiter Visit – March 26th @ 12:30p

Friday, March 23rd, 2012

We will have a recruiter from the very well known carrier US Xpress at our South St. Paul office. Like a majority of the carriers out there, they are in need of drivers.

“We have more than 3,000 carefully screened and trained drivers in terminal facilities covering all major markets. Our drivers use paperless e-logs, and undergo CSA 2010 and safety training, driver simulation courses and Hazmat certification.

With a state-of-the-art fleet of over 2,800 tractors, and access to more than 22,000 53’ trailers, there are no restrictions. The average age of our assets is less than three years, and all include disc brakes for quicker stopping.

 

There is no need to feel limited to defined regional markets. Take advantage of full coverage throughout the U.S., as well as international deliveries to and from Mexico and Canada, dray solutions, and TWIC-approved drivers in multiple locations.”

For more information on this and other recruiter visits please feel free to give us a call at 651-735-9250

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CDL Truck Driver Testimonial – Kathy N.

Friday, March 23rd, 2012

Kathy was looking to open up new career opportunities by getting her Class-A CDL. After taking the Professional Tractor Trailer Course, she will be able to work up in North Dakota or start with any over the road outfit. Here is what she said about her training.

“I felt the training was very good. The information was easy to understand and questions were answered so I could understand. The staff was very friendly. I would recommend ITDS to anyone that’s serious about driving. Thank you!”

Thanks a lot Kathy. We wish you many safe miles and hope to see you again soon.

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Swift Recruiter Visit – March 22nd @ 1:00pm

Wednesday, March 21st, 2012

 

“At Swift, we’re proud to be able to provide services to some of the most respected companies in the world. Our customers are equally proud of the work our drivers do for them. In fact, the following premier companies have named Swift “Carrier of the Year”

Brandon Cragun from Swift Transportation will be visiting with our students in our South St. Paul Office. Swift is one of the largest trucking companies in the nation and have a lot of different career opportunities. Come and check out Swift and learn what they might have to offer you.

 

 


For more information call Darrell at 651-707-4672.

 

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Werner Recruiter Visit – March 20th @ 1:00pm

Friday, March 16th, 2012

Mike Kellis from Werner Transportation will be here in our office to visit with new drivers. Werner is one of the few trucking companies that have paperless logs approved by the Federal Dept of Transportation. This is a great opportunity to meet with a representative from Werner to get all of your questions answered. Job applications for Werner will be accepted prior to enrolling in class.

Werner will then get back to you to let you know if they will offer you a job. After you get a positive response from Werner you can sign up for our 160 hour Professional Tractor Trailer Training Program and get started on your training. You can finish up in as little as 3 weeks and then head off to Werner and get to work!

David S. took Interstate’s 160 Hour Professional Tractor Trailer Program and is driving over the road with Werner Enterprises.

 

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CDL Truck Driver Testimonial – Greg F.

Friday, March 16th, 2012

Greg needed his Class-A CDL to help with his current job. He took the 160 Hour Tractor Trailer Program and now he’s got his Class-A CDL and his 160 hour certificate. Here is what he had to say about his training.

“Since attending here I feel as though I was given the proper tools to be a safe truck driver.”

 

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CDL Truck Driver Testimonial – Dale S.

Thursday, March 15th, 2012

Dale S. came to Interstate looking for a new career. After he took the 160 Hour Professional Tractor Trailer Program, he got his Class-A CDL and a 160 Hour Certificate. Now he’s working for local carrier Conway. Here is what he said about his training.
“I enjoyed the school and all the instructors. What a great job. It was a real treat. Thank you for everything!”

We wish you the best of luck at Conway Dale. Be sure to stop by and see us again sometime soon.

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