| TRAINCO Truck Driving School Students & Alumni |
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 Interview with Rob Adamski
Q: Where are you working at?
A: “I started May 19, 2010, right out of school working for Garner Trucking in Findlay, Ohio. Garner treats their drivers fairly. They work very hard to distribute the mileage evenly amongst all drivers regardless of seniority. I also like the fact they are so close to home and I am able to leave my truck at the terminal.”
Q: How was your training period with your trainer driver?
A: “My training period went very quickly, it was only 3 weeks. The trainer I had was very knowledgeable. He taught me how to do my log book, proper customer service, and proper protocol for managing each delivery.”
Q: What do you have to say about Trainco?
A: “Trainco is a great school and they provide a good foundation for your driving career. What you learn in school is the fundamentals for becoming a great driver.”
Q: What is some advice you can pass on to students?
A: “Learn the alley docks! When you start driving, learn how to manage your time. It’s crucial in maximizing your drive time. Also, bring your own food! It’s cheaper than buying food on the road.”
 Interview with Darin Prielipp
Q: What is the best thing about your job?
A : “I enjoy the flexibility, traveling, the fact I’m pretty much my own boss, and the freedom I am given. They tell you when to pick up and drop off, but there’s usually a pretty big window.”
Q: What is your least favorite thing about truck driving?
A: “I don’t enjoy the traffic, especially city traffic.”
Q:Have you driven all 48 states?
A:“I have driven nearly all 48 states, but I especially enjoy driving through Wisconsin, and don’t particularly care to drive through West Virginia because of the hills.”
Q: Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
A: “At this point I’m not sure, but I have no desire to be an owner operator because of the responsibilities and expenses.”
Q: Do you have any advice for students?
A: “Practice, practice, practice; If they give you opportunity on the range- take it!”
Interview with Donn Schirg
Q: What was your first job out of school?
A: I started with Swift in November 2009 and worked with them until February 2010. I started there as a student driver to get experience. I really enjoyed seeing the country as a Swift driver.”
Q: Where are working now?
A: “I joined KAS Trucking out of Bellevue, Ohio in June 2010. I am extremely happy with this company they are a great group of people to work with. They keep good running equipment, I get quality amount of home time, and the pay is good. The company typically deals with the same customers and its nice getting to know them.”
Q: What do you have to say about Trainco?
A: “Trainco was the beginning of Chapter 2 of my life and it’s the best thing I ever did. They have a lot of good instructors and Blackie is the best guy I’ve ever met. I think there’s nothing better than being on the road.”
Q: What advice would you give to students?
A: “Learn all you can, drive defensively, be careful and watch out for four wheelers. Make sure you do pre and post trip inspection thoroughly and follow your logs closely. It’s the driver who gets in trouble not the company.”
Interview with Paul Rios
Q: What made you choose Trainco Truck Driving Schools in the first place?
A: I have a cousin who attended the program earlier. He highly recommended Trainco and said it may be something that I would also be interested in.
Q: Is your cousin doing anything with the CDL that he received through Trainco?
A: Yes, he has his own business now. He has nine trucks and it all started here at Trainco.
Q: How were the instructors during the course?
A: Very patient, very thorough. I was very happy with the instructors! If we had any questions whatsoever, they had no problems answering them.
Q: So, throughout all three phases (the classroom, the range, and the open road time), that all went well for you?
A: Absolutely, 100% happy. I could not be any happier than I am!
Q: How do you feel about the fact that Trainco actually makes you get your permit before you come to school?
A: I think it’s a good idea … it starts you off being prepared. That’s a big focus here - being prepared. I also like that you focus in on safety. Driving those big trucks … it’s a very big part.
Q: You seem pleased, Paul. Is this a program that you would recommend to other people?
A: Absolutely! I have in mind for my 19-year-old son to come to Trainco!
Interview with Preston Lucas
Q: What was the best part of coming to Trainco?
A: The instructors are very helpful. They work with you, they constantly encourage you, they never put you down, they never make you feel like you’re dumb. They know this is all new to you and they constantly work with you till they know you have everything down pat.
Q: How did you feel about the instructors and staff at Trainco?
A: They always had a smile for you … they always encouraged you! If you had a bad day, they made you feel better. I think my first time driving I felt like crap - I felt like I was never going to learn. I talked to instructor Mike after class about my first time for doing a parallel park and he said, “Don’t try to be perfect.” From that point on, I starting getting it together. You’ve got to be here every day, though: be willing to learn, and you have to pay attention!
Q: Would you recommend Trainco to someone else?
A: I would recommend Trainco to all my friends. I have a buddy down in North Carolina trying to get his CDL, so I told him to come up to and go to Trainco. Everybody I talk to, I tell, “Trainco is the best!” |
