Recent Grad looking at Roehl Transport

Discussion in 'Motor Carrier Questions - The Inside Scoop' started by Navy 98, Oct 23, 2014.

  1. Navy 98

    Navy 98 Bobtail Member

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    I have just recently graduated from school with my CDL and had planned on reporting for orientation at Roehl Transport next week. I was just told by a friend that just started with Roehl a couple weeks ago that he had to do a hair folicile test. The drug testing isn't a concern for me because I have never touched an illegal substance. However I am bald and a few weeks ago I was forced to shave body hair due to some type of bug infestation in our new home. After washing everything in hot water and steam cleaning furniture we were still getting these small bites on us and our doctor suggested shaving because mites and other microscopic bugs feed on the dead skin that gets trapped in the hair. With all that said if I am unable to provide a sufficient hair sample will Roehl fire me. I cannot afford to waste time and definitely don't want to look like some kind of stoner trying to beat the system. Should I just look else where or will a urine test be good enough for them. Thanks for any insight.
     
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  3. stevep1977

    stevep1977 Road Train Member

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    Not sure what they will do, but you wouldn't get fired for failing to submit a hair test because they wouldn't hire you in the first place if that's what they choose to do.

    if you get a note from you doctor explaining why you shaved everything they probably would hire you and give you a 90 day probationary period to grow enough hair for the test. Ask the recruiter.
     
  4. AppalachianTrucker

    AppalachianTrucker Heavy Load Member

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    Call and ask the Roehl office people.
     
  5. Navy 98

    Navy 98 Bobtail Member

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    Thanks for the replies. I called and talked with the Roehl Recruiter and she said that she will talk with the safety department and see what they can do. She said they might be willing to work something out because I just retired from military and was tested all the time. Hopefully I get good news. The more I talk with Roehl the more I want to work for them. As far as starter companies go they have been the only one to send me an email after every time we talk and list in it everything we talked about. Most companies I have talked to will tell you anything on the phone but won't provide any of it in writing. As for the note from Dr. It was actually my wifes Dr. I wasn't there but I'm sure I can get something from her. Thanks again. Also any insight on Roehl Transport would be appreciated.
     
  6. T_TRUCKER.

    T_TRUCKER. Road Train Member

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    just be carful I started there and the miles were good 2800-3000 weekly and all the sudden out of nowhere I was lucky to see 2000 and I'm not joking or talking crap. I was never late for any loads I took every load given, towards the end I was only making 300-400 a week. Even my good weeks id be happy to see 650.00. If you could find a smaller local otr company that will train you I garuntee you will be much happier!!!
    You will just be a truck number with a large company, and there are some small company's that will hire new drivers you just have to do homework in and around your area
     
  7. lcfd15

    lcfd15 Medium Load Member

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    I steered away from what they had to offer and am going with Knight myself. I had them on my radar for being a military friendly company and all, but just started seeing more and more "your just a number" type answers from the recruiter. Was not my cup of tea.
     
  8. T_TRUCKER.

    T_TRUCKER. Road Train Member

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    Pretty much how all large carriers that have high turn overs will treat the driver..including knight.
    small company's recognize the driver and get treated way better not to mention better pay, faster trucks, STEADY miles, and less micro managing.
    Just my 2cents
     
  9. lcfd15

    lcfd15 Medium Load Member

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    I understand that, but I myself am huge on first impressions. Both representing myself and how the company represents themselves. When I can not even get a response back via email form their "military" coordinator (as he is the ONLY one that can answer questions up there) it really does not seem to me that they are too worried about it.

    Even though you say Knight is the same way, so far my dealings are quite opposite. I call in and I don't even finish and she is cutting me off to remind me of the last time we talked and asked how i have been. Yeah I get it, it is the "recruiter" mind set, but at least they are a bit more personable there. That goes a long way with me.
     
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  10. T_TRUCKER.

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    You have to keep in mind they are doing there job. I've talked to some a hole recruiters that have turned me off to a company but also some nice ones, look at the bigger picture, not just the recruiter being nice to you. They WILL tell you anything to get you to come. I'm not saying that you won't be happy at knight, there's alot of info on here and most I've read have been negative. There was a guy in my training class at Roehl that left knight because he was only getting 1700 miles per week.
    we all start somewhere, but if I had known what I do now, when I first started... I would have never gone with a large carrier. This is my opinion on it, as I've said knight my work well for you and I hope it does, just don't always for the company that has a nice recruiter
     
    lcfd15 Thanks this.
  11. plumb50

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    I wonder how many times Roehl has heard that story.
     
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