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Apr
5
CDL Truck Driver Testimonial – Brad S.
Brad S. already had his Class-A CDL before he started his training. But our Intermediate Tractor Trailer Program gives more knowledge than on just how to drive the truck. It also teaches you how to be the safest driver on the road. Brad took the Intermediate Program and now has the training he needs to go to work with any over the road outfit. Here is what he had to say about the program.
” I learned so much more than I thought I knew. Because of your school, I start my new job next week. Thank you so much for all your training!”
Apr
4
CDL Truck Driver Testimonial – Jeff B.
Jeff B. from Lakeville MN, came to Interstate looking for a new career driving over the road. He also wanted to potentially drive locally after he gets some miles under his belt. He took the 160 Hour Professional Tractor Trailer Program, got his Class-A CDL and his 160 Hour Certificate. Now Jeff is driving for Swift Transportation. Here is what he said about his training.
“The training was complete. I feel knowledge filled and confident for the next step. I now have a strong foundation to build my new career. Thank you to everyone at Interstate.”
Apr
3
Students Show Off Their Trucks
We had a couple of former students stop by the St. Paul office earlier today. Tyler W. graduated in the fall of 2011.
Rob A. graduated in the summer of 2011 and is still driving with Swift. He said that he loves it, and that Swift is treating him great.
Mar
30
CRST Recruiter Visit – March 30th 12:00pm
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.
Mar
28
Schneider Recruiter Visit – March 29th @ 12:30pm
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.
Mar
27
Stevens Transport Recruiter Visit – March 27 @ 12:15p
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
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Mar
26
CDL Truck Driver Testimonial – Greg & Sue D.
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.
Mar
23
US Xpress Recruiter Visit – March 26th @ 12:30p
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