Archive for April, 2012

Schneider National Recruiter Visit – April 30th @ 1:00pm

Friday, April 27th, 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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Truck Driver Testimonial – Maggie F.

Friday, April 27th, 2012

Maggie was looking for a new way to make a living. She came to Interstate and took the 160 Hour Professional Tractor Trailer Program and is now on her way to a new and exciting career. here is what she said about her training at ITDS.

“I LOVED IT HERE! I learned everything I need to know to be a safe professional driver. I can’t say enough good things about this school. Thank you very much!”

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Truck Driver Testimonial – Corinna C.

Tuesday, April 24th, 2012

Corinna C. from Moorhead MN, came to Interstate so she could learn to drive big trucks and start a new career driving over the road. She took the Online Professional Tractor Trailer Program and now she has the knowledge and the Class-A CDL to go to work.

Here is what she said about her training and her future plans.

 

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CDL Truck Driver Testimonial – Paul B.

Tuesday, April 24th, 2012

Paul B. from Mound MN, came to Interstate and wanted to get his Class-A CDL along with his 160 Hour Training Certificate. But his schedule didn’t allow him to be at our school for the classes. He took the 160 Hour ONLINE Professional Tractor Trailer Program and got the text and class portion of the training done FROM HOME! Here is what he said about the training.

“The Internet course was very well done. The best part was the ability to re-run a segment. If I didn’t understand something, I could repeat it. I found my time spent at Interstate was enjoyable and productive.”

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Stevens Transport Recruiter Visit – April 23rd @ 2:00pm

Friday, April 20th, 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 – Jason G.

Friday, April 20th, 2012

Jason G. from Cottage Grove MN, wanted a new career in the truck driving industry and wanted to drive local. He took the Professional Tractor Trailer Program, got his Class-A CDL along with his 160 Hour Training Certificate and now he’s driving with local outfit Conway. Here is what he said about his training.

“Interstate Truck Driving School was the perfect fit for me. I was able to complete all of my classroom work online and at my own pace. I would recommend ITDS to anyone. Thanks guys!”

 

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NATIONAL HIGH FIVE DAY AT INTERSTATE!

Thursday, April 19th, 2012

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CDL Truck Driver Testimonial – Hassan S.

Thursday, April 19th, 2012

Hassan S. from Minneapolis wanted to go drive over the road for a major outfit. He told us that he had never been outside the midwest and wanted to see the rest of the beautiful U.S.A. He took the Professional Tractor Trailer Program and now has his Class-A CDL and 160 Hour Training Certificate and he’s going to be driving for Swift. Here is what he said about his training.
“I learned a lot at Interstate and the hospitality I got here was extraordinary. All of you at Interstate made my life better. My life has changed and you took a major part in that.”

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CDL Truck Driver Testimonial – Jeff T.

Tuesday, April 17th, 2012

Jeff T. from East Bethel MN, came to Interstate looking for training that would would get him ready for a new career in the trucking world. He took the 160 Hour Professional Tractor Trailer Program, and now he has all the training he needs.

“Thank you to all of the coordinators, class-room teachers and driving instructors for the information and training. It was very well done a very helpful in preparing me for the truck driving world.”

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CDL Truck Driver Testimonial – Jake D.

Tuesday, April 17th, 2012

Jake D. from Burnsville MN came to Interstate looking to travel around the country and get paid for it. Now he’s going to be able to do just that. He took the Professional Tractor Trailer Program and now has his Class-A CDL and a job working for Schneider National. He starts next week and will soon be driving over the road, driving all around the country. And he could not be more excited.

“The instructors and staff were awesome. They made me feel welcome and comfortable through every step of the process. I am very happy with my decision to go to ITDS.”

Thanks for the kind words Jake. We’ll miss you around the school. Be sure to stop by with that Schneider Truck of yours.

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