Johnny Thanks, I am very similar to your situation in that I am changing careers from working in a hospital as a Nuclear Med. Tech. I have been searching the whole month of Feb. for a starting place OTR and I think CFI is going to be where I go. I went to a trucking school in Conway, SC and it was great and now I am CDL class A licensed and excited about the near future as a truck driver! Tommy G
@JohnnyTrucking
2 жыл бұрын
Hey Tommy! Good luck and hope to see you out here soon!
@tjackson3578
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the great videos. They helped me make my decision to come to CFI. I'm out with my Finisher now. I saw you in the Joplin terminal the other day but I was heading out to my training class. Stay safe keep up the good work.
@JohnnyTrucking
2 жыл бұрын
Hey Taurus that’s awesome!! Good luck out there and next time just call me out and say hello, I don’t bite! lol 🤙🏽
@markculbertson4394
2 жыл бұрын
Johnny thanks for your positive attitude and advice, I'm getting ready to leave a career for trucking because it's something I've wanted to do for a long time, starting school in beginning of May, can't wait, hope I run into you someday, I'm going to give CFI a good look because of your video, thanks again and stay safe man... and I will stay tuned for more videos.
@JohnnyTrucking
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the kind words Mark!! Take it from someone who left doing IT work for 10 years. Making the jump was a huge risk but man after being out here for 3 months i absolutely love it. Hope to see ya out here soon man!!
@kevinerrington6304
2 жыл бұрын
I've been researching trucking companies, your an inspiration! Thanks for sharing your experiences...
@JohnnyTrucking
2 жыл бұрын
Wow, I don’t think I deserve your kind words but thank you so much! 🙏🏽🤙🏽
@rickylunsford2058
2 жыл бұрын
I do orientation Monday in Indianapolis for the PPG dedicated account. Maybe we will run into each other. Stay safe..
@JohnnyTrucking
2 жыл бұрын
Congrats man and good luck out there!! If you see me call me out!! First cup of coffee is on me!! ☕️🤙🏽
@tjfamily6887
Жыл бұрын
I been watching your videos for a while very inspirational
@pjrozier1021
Жыл бұрын
I have orientation in Joplin Missouri on the 28th of this month and I’m excited bro. Thanks for the videos
@kierralowe44
Жыл бұрын
How do you like it ?
@Ryan_Stewart
2 жыл бұрын
You'll get it, remember get out and looks are alot cheaper than accidents!
@mowcee1
2 жыл бұрын
About to start training in a few weeks... this has helped me get an idea of how things will be before even entering the school. Lots of info. Good looking out 👍
@JohnnyTrucking
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks and good luck DSM!!
@rickylunsford2058
2 жыл бұрын
Great video I start orientation Monday in Indianapolis I’m going to be on the dedicated PPG. Maybe we can run into each other one day. Stay safe on the road.
@steveraysin8947
2 жыл бұрын
Hay. I was a transport america driver for many yes. I left in December. I didn't leave under any bad circumstances at all. Just wanted a change. I have many many yrs as a driver. For new cdl holders cfi is the place to be. Stick with it. It does get better as time goes on. Welcome to the industry bro.
@JohnnyTrucking
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the great words! I fall in love in trucking more and more everyday.
@cwc8979
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video, I’m from Texas too 👍
@JohnnyTrucking
2 жыл бұрын
Hopefully it helps with your decision! I like working for CFI so far and I think if you’re just starting then this company is a good place to learn the trade! 🤙🏽
@cwc8979
2 жыл бұрын
@@JohnnyTrucking You definitely covered and went into detail what I was wanting to know and CFI raising their CPM to 42 is good news. I have another question, during the 3 week training at CFI, do both you and the Trainer sleep at the same time? Prime runs it like a team, one sleeps and one drives, I don’t see how you learn by doing it like that. That’s one thing I don’t like about Prime. Thanks
@JohnnyTrucking
2 жыл бұрын
@@cwc8979 no sir! You are both in the front seats during drive time and in the sleeper together during off duty time. Yeah I would of been hella nervous if my trainer was sleeping in the bed while I was driving, he may have woken up in a ditch 😂
@cwc8979
2 жыл бұрын
@@JohnnyTrucking Did you go to the CDL training school in Joplin? If so, did they put you in a room by yourself? I’m leaning towards CFI over Prime now 👍
@JohnnyTrucking
2 жыл бұрын
@@cwc8979 I went to Crowder College through CFI’s Student program. They put you in a dorm that will be shared but it’s not too bad, just depends on the class size. Yeah man if you’re interested I have the link in the description, give them a call ask for Hunter and say Johnny Trucking sent you to him. He was my recruiter. He was awesome!
@lorenzochan4472
2 жыл бұрын
Congrats happy anniversary 👍👍🙏🏾🙏🏾
@ninonicebx
Жыл бұрын
Congratulations.
@truckinjunkie
2 жыл бұрын
You're going to get awesome content going to CA. I'm from San Diego CA.
@JohnnyTrucking
2 жыл бұрын
Looking forward to going for the first time!!
@drummerboy1545
2 жыл бұрын
Going through mountains or doner pass can be scary but, I got use to it that and cabbage patch in the snow. Sucked that most drivers are having automatics and never knowing the feeling of a 13sp.
@JohnnyTrucking
2 жыл бұрын
Eventually I’m gonna go back to school to learn how to drive trucks with a stick!
@drummerboy1545
2 жыл бұрын
@@JohnnyTrucking that would be great to your advantage to control the engine speed instead of riding at the will of the engine in a automatic. Be safe out there.
@geminiheisserer6677
6 ай бұрын
i start CFI next week!~
@JohnnyTrucking
6 ай бұрын
Goodluck to you!!! Best place to get some experience under your belt!
@jerzeywolf76
Жыл бұрын
I am a former it guy but looking to changing careers to otr driving .
@JohnnyTrucking
Жыл бұрын
Hey then you’re like me!! Good luck man and if you need any advice hit me up on the socials! 😁
@magnustoth8506
Жыл бұрын
Great stuff!
@JohnnyTrucking
Жыл бұрын
Thank you Magnus!
@mindybreen4579
2 жыл бұрын
My husband us to drive for CFI , he was there for 7yrs. They were bad but he would sit alot. In my opinion CFI is a good starter company but long term I'd say no ,even tho I know people who have been there long term. They do have their favorites. There is several companies out there that pay alot better and have the miles. My husband went to Crete Carrier and been there almost 3yrs, since leaving CFI he's cpm has gone from making to .47cpm to .70cpm. Crete starting Pay is .64cpm.
@JohnnyTrucking
2 жыл бұрын
That’s good information to know. Yeah I’m just getting my feet wet in the business so I got a long way to go but I’m all about always betting on myself.
@mindybreen4579
2 жыл бұрын
@@JohnnyTrucking Crete will take driver's with as little as 4mth experience and you would start at the .64cpm. My husband was averaging around 2800 to 3000 miles aweek but he's gone dedicated so he miles vary between 2600 and 2800. Crete has ALOT of regular customers, Walmart are all d/h because we do dedicated for then, Kelloggs,Kimberly Clark. I don't think we've ever had to sit and wait for a preplan
@JohnnyTrucking
2 жыл бұрын
@@mindybreen4579 Wow that's very nice! I will keep that in mind!
@paigemartinez6569
2 жыл бұрын
My boyfriend is a trucker. He lives CFI
@JohnnyTrucking
2 жыл бұрын
I love the trucking life!
@ninonicebx
Жыл бұрын
4k.a month Isn't shit brother. But then again your new. What's the top pay per mile.
@JohnnyTrucking
Жыл бұрын
Not sure anymore but before I left I think it was .55 cpm but don’t quote me on that. I make .60cpm with MVT now.
@kelli1970
Жыл бұрын
I was thinking about trying to go with them bc their trucks are beautiful with nice windows & I can have my cat but I just read that Heartland Express bought them out & they don't allow any pets. Do you know anything about that & when new company is suppose to take over?
@josephjacobs6616
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing bro . I’m considering CFI in Maryland. Idea of OTR is cool for me . Just retired from Frito-Lay, cashed out my pension . I’m grateful for the pay but Just too much BS. Does CFI reimburse for the CDL school cost ? Thanks again
@JohnnyTrucking
2 жыл бұрын
CFI will pay for your schooling and board in exchange for a one year driving commitment. I’m already in month 8 so I’m almost done with the contract! 😁
@Mr.ML2024
2 жыл бұрын
Moving to CFI from Swift
@JohnnyTrucking
2 жыл бұрын
Welcome aboard mate! Wave if you see me!! 🤙🏽
@vf0009
2 жыл бұрын
After you get done with CFI and go leasing there you will see the money i did 1 year with cfi great to star but them moved on they will drain you and there fuel rout no makes sence
@johnnyalcohol3334
2 жыл бұрын
Hello new subscriber, I have a question, when you applied to CFI did they call your work history employers? Some say they do and another fellow told me they never called his, he said as long as your records are clean and background.
@JohnnyTrucking
2 жыл бұрын
I’m not sure tbh, they didn’t tell me if they did or not but I’ve left my past employers on good terms so I wasn’t worried if they did. Just be honest with your recruiter when you call. Follow the link in the description and ask for Hunter. He was my recruiter and he was awesome through the whole process! Tell him Johnny Trucking sent you!
@b1ggbo0o10
2 жыл бұрын
My friend, thanks for the video. What made you choose CFI over other companies to truck with?
@JohnnyTrucking
2 жыл бұрын
My recruiter was really good to me, and I liked their program and contract length in comparison to others. 1 year deal for fully paid CDL school was nice.
@Louisianalady75
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for all the information. I have a class B and used to drive expedited straight trucks otr and loved it. I want to get my class A with CFI. Do they pay while training in the classroom and yard? Thanks.
@JohnnyTrucking
Жыл бұрын
Hey Joana! Unfortunately you do not get paid while In school but you do start getting paid once you are on the road with a trainer!
@Louisianalady75
Жыл бұрын
@@JohnnyTrucking thank you for replying.
@royalty6686
2 жыл бұрын
Is CFI 100% no touch freight? What is included in your truck: Apu, inverter? Is training paid, if so how much? What benefits are offered?
@JohnnyTrucking
2 жыл бұрын
Yes it’s 100% no touch freight, you get an inventer in the truck, training is .34 a mile and CFI offers full benefit packages! Health, dental and vision!
@itbecameclear359
2 жыл бұрын
if you go thru them to get your cdl you don't get paid until you actually get to joplin after getting your cdl. and its not much. you don't really get a real check until you get on the truck with your trainer. its good to have at least 1.5 months of money saved for expenses. because that's how long you will go without payment.
@ashantajarawayoung2421
5 ай бұрын
Hey do you do a lot of night driving with dry van
@JohnnyTrucking
5 ай бұрын
While I was OTR I did have to do a fair share of night driving. Unfortunately it's almost impossible not to. Nice thing is that the roads are pretty clear!
@ashantajarawayoung2421
5 ай бұрын
Thanks
@Mr.ML2024
2 жыл бұрын
I recently got my CDL I'm pretty good at driving but my backing really needs work I'm able to backup straight and able to align my self good but I feel like my trainer isn't really teaching me how to back up he's more of just helping me wiggle in
@JohnnyTrucking
2 жыл бұрын
Yeah backing up is honestly just going to take you time to get it down cause every situation is different. The best things I can tell you are take your time and GOAL as many times as you need. If people are watching just give them a show! 😎
@jrobison1454
2 жыл бұрын
Hey, After you finish out w/trainer and you get issued your own truck, you get routed home. How long is that first home time?
@JohnnyTrucking
2 жыл бұрын
That’s honestly up to you but I don’t think you can take more than a week. I didn’t go home right away. I stayed out for like 3 weeks before heading home for the first time.
@jrobison1454
2 жыл бұрын
Ok....Are you still happy with CFI?
@JohnnyTrucking
2 жыл бұрын
@@jrobison1454 Yep! I’m enjoying my time with them thus far.
@Ski-bd1rq
2 жыл бұрын
Question. Driving for CFI, do you do any loading and or unloading of the trailers?
@JohnnyTrucking
2 жыл бұрын
It’s 100% no touch freight. You just ride, enjoy the scenery, deal with a little traffic now and then and back that thing up. Lol
@treasurevalleysalsa
2 жыл бұрын
If you don’t complete the 1 yr commitment, how much $$ do you owe CFi? When you’re with the trainer, you’re dispatched as a solo (not team), correct? What is it like living with your trainer for 3 weeks?
@JohnnyTrucking
2 жыл бұрын
Answer to question 1 is going to be around 7k. They factor in tuition and board, and the cost of a finisher. 2. Yes that’s correct. You operate as if you were driving solo as far as HOS is concerned and you and the trainer both sit up front together and take your breaks together. 3. TBH it is pretty crammed since your space is only on whatever bunk they give you. My trainer tried to accommodate me as much as he could but it’s tough to fit two people in here. Idk how team drivers do it honestly. My trainer was cool and we got along super well so it was easy to live with him for those 3 weeks. Hope that all helps!
@EclipseLawnCare
2 жыл бұрын
I’m looking into getting a my cdl. Does CFI offer cdl training I got the Dallas area? Thanks.
@JohnnyTrucking
2 жыл бұрын
They actually do right there in Fort Worth! It’s a 4-5 week program I believe. Call recruiting and ask for Hunter, he was really good with me.
@saif5311
2 жыл бұрын
Hey 👋 Do you still working with cfi I applied recently and approved by recruiter pluse I have almost 4 yr experience 😅 so can you advise me if this company good for experience driver in sense they pay good ? Plus they have 10000 usd bonus program Thanks
@JohnnyTrucking
2 жыл бұрын
Hey Saif! Unfortunately I don't have alot of knowledge on how much CFI pays its experienced drivers but I do know that if you want them you will get plenty of miles! Good luck and see you out here soon!
@johnwilson721
Жыл бұрын
"And Whatnot".... lol
@insanechevyboy
2 жыл бұрын
Running the 9-10 hours a day how many miles do you get in a week or months time?
@JohnnyTrucking
2 жыл бұрын
Per week I can get around 2500-3000 miles. The work is there if you want it!
@hooflungpoo275
2 жыл бұрын
Is that a power rangers poster ??
@JohnnyTrucking
2 жыл бұрын
That it is!! It has all the generations on it! I’m kind of a fan boy 😂
@jrobison1454
2 жыл бұрын
What is your experience like with dispatch over the weekends and overnight? ?
@JohnnyTrucking
2 жыл бұрын
It’s pretty good, we have 24/7 dispatchers and they’re all pretty helpful. I’ve never had a problem. Sometimes it might take awhile to get a hold of them but it’s no big deal to me lol.
@lilben4588
2 жыл бұрын
Johnny I always have problems reaching Dispatch that’s why I left two weeks ago.. The communication sucks. I already have one year of experience so get yours. Just saying🤷🏾♂️
@JohnnyTrucking
2 жыл бұрын
@@lilben4588 awe man! Sorry to hear that your experience wasn’t good! Good luck to you man!
@CenobiteBeldar
2 жыл бұрын
How do you like Rand Mcnally GPS?
@JohnnyTrucking
2 жыл бұрын
I haven’t used a Rand McNally GPS yet but I like Trucker Path’s turn by turn directions and I also use our companies GPS application.
@shapegifter1637
Жыл бұрын
Do they have lease program
@JohnnyTrucking
Жыл бұрын
Yes they do. I would call a recruiter to learn more about the specifics!
@truckerguychad
Жыл бұрын
I want to go to cfi so I need to ask, is it still .42 cpm for practical miles?
@JohnnyTrucking
Жыл бұрын
For rookies with no experience it’s .38cpm while training and .42cpm for your first 30,000 miles then it’s .48cpm from there. If you’re experienced then depending on your experience you could get around .50-.55cpm I think. You’d have to speak with a recruiter to get that number for sure. Hope that helps!
@truckerguychad
Жыл бұрын
@@JohnnyTrucking that helped thank you!
@stevecuevas2033
2 жыл бұрын
How much do you make with a month on the road??
@JohnnyTrucking
2 жыл бұрын
It’s really dependent on how you drive and the miles you put in but it can be anywhere from 900-1200 a week starting out.
@waynenation678
Жыл бұрын
CFI ain’t worth it. They’re lot of companies out there that pays way more as rookie. Plus their trucks has no APU In them..
@JohnnyTrucking
Жыл бұрын
What is everyone’s fascination with APUs? Lol. What’s the benefit if you don’t mind me asking.
@gssinga
Жыл бұрын
As long as your company is ok with idling, I don’t see any advantage to an APU.
@johnbroussard9455
Жыл бұрын
Idling and the new emissions systems don’t get along with one another as a rule. Not a big issue if you don’t own the truck.
@robertgooding6925
6 ай бұрын
Its not a big issue until you cant idle where you sleeping
@mariosmith9269
2 жыл бұрын
Hey Can I Put You down As A Reference?
@JohnnyTrucking
2 жыл бұрын
Of course! Just let them know Johnny Trucking sent you!
@Sebastian81012
2 жыл бұрын
How many miles so far do you average a week as a solo driver on OTR with CFI?
@JohnnyTrucking
2 жыл бұрын
I like to run hard and I’ve gotten pretty good at time management so I avg about 2500 a week.
@GoChiefs816
Жыл бұрын
@@JohnnyTruckingthis might be a dumb question but when you say 2,500 miles is that just loaded miles you’re running? Or does that count loaded and unloaded miles?
@geddon436
2 жыл бұрын
how did you go from IT to trucking?
@JohnnyTrucking
2 жыл бұрын
I wanted to do something different and wanted to travel more. I started watching videos on trucking and became very interested in it so I took a leap of faith. Honestly I was burned out on the IT career and I needed a change.
@geddon436
2 жыл бұрын
@@JohnnyTrucking how is the pay?
@geddon436
2 жыл бұрын
Can someone make it to retirement on it?
@JohnnyTrucking
2 жыл бұрын
@@geddon436 it varies from company to company and it is dependent on how much you drive but the pay is not bad. This profession is not for everyone and it unlike any job I’ve ever had but so far I’m enjoying it!
@JohnnyTrucking
2 жыл бұрын
@@geddon436 As with most professions retirement really comes down to how you spend and save your earnings, but the short answer is yes you could and most trucking companies offer 401k’s as well!
@briankeith757
Жыл бұрын
Are the trucks manual or automatic? I lived in CA. from birth till 2003...and i just recently went back to visit family......and i assure you its not what it was in the 80's to 2000's. Its now a complete shit hole
@JohnnyTrucking
Жыл бұрын
They are all automatics. I haven’t spent too much time in CA but I can’t stand the truck regulations there.
@ItsOfficialw
2 жыл бұрын
That’s horrible rate 42 cents
@JohnnyTrucking
2 жыл бұрын
The national avg for solo rookies with no experience is .38cpm so I think .42 to start is generous. After a year or two under your belt then that rate goes up. But hey if you find a better starting rate somewhere else by all means my friend.
@ItsOfficialw
2 жыл бұрын
Prime pays more than that.
@JohnnyTrucking
2 жыл бұрын
Cool deal. Enjoy your time with them buddy.
@JASHALL10
2 жыл бұрын
@@ItsOfficialw with Prime, you team drive, so you’re sleeping on a moving truck every day for 5 weeks. CFI pays you .47 after 3 months. After 6 months, you can go work for other carriers who pay more, but it seems reasonable for new drivers.
@antolintaveras7914
Жыл бұрын
I have 9 months experience do they have local routes?
@JohnnyTrucking
Жыл бұрын
Yes they do but not in all areas. I would give their recruiting office a holler and see what they might have available in your area.
@247mademan
2 жыл бұрын
Why are these video so long
@JohnnyTrucking
2 жыл бұрын
Some are long and some are short. Can’t please everyone 😂.
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