Finding the right home in the Expediting business as a contract driver can be like the story of Goldilocks and the three bears — you've got to sleep in a lot of beds to find the one that's just right. Charlie and Cindy Jordan are proof that perseverance and the right opportunity can find just the right home for success…in more ways than one.
The Jordan’s story of becoming Professional Contract drivers actually started off in the hospitality industry in Indianapolis, Indiana. “Back in 2006, we were working at a hotel and kept noticing there were a lot of guests staying there who were attending a local truck driving school,” said Cindy. “We kept looking at these guys and thinking that if they can be truck drivers and make money, why not us? So we looked into it.”
After doing some research, the Jordans found an Expediting school that fit their pocket book, and started their careers as Professional Contract drivers. Little did they know there would be a long road of numerous owners and carriers ahead. “We went through their program and began driving. Their pay structure just took too big of a bite — that driving job lasted about seven months. We then signed up directly with a carrier and found the situation really abusive. Looking for a better opportunity, we then moved on to a fleet owner who had a pretty nice truck, but there was absolutely no support. We became so disheartened, we quit driving for nine months,” said Cindy.
“After a lot of thought, we decided to give Expediting another try. We’d heard good things about Expediter Services and contacted them. Their truck was in really good shape and they paid for fuel, which was nice,” said Cindy.
“Our experience with Expediter Services was really good, but we saw where another truck owner made the promise to pay more per mile, so we switched. Boy, was that a big mistake! That owner’s “promise” of more money just didn’t pan out. On top of that, they were really hard to work with and the stressful work environment was unbearable. We decided to go back to Expediter Services — and let me tell you, we’re never leaving,” said Cindy. “Expediter Services has great people that really work for us. They keep us rolling without STRESS! I can’t tell you how great it feels to have found a home at Expediter Services. I can get out there and do my job without having to worry about my check or the truck getting fixed. And I don’t have to wait forever to get a load. We know we’re going to keep moving & making money.”
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