Originally Posted by Little Princess

Hence the reason to report all DAC violations to the Better Business Bureau ^.^

Little Princess out.

Originally Posted by L.B.

That won't do anything I don't think USIS is even a member of the BBB.

Originally Posted by kickin chicken

Rick,

Thanks! Would this be written complaints to the FMCSA?


It is ludicrous for these BOTTOM FEEDERS to receive "Incentives" from the Federal Govt to hire new Graduates. This extra incentive, plus incentives to even own a truck driver tng program is a big problem.

They will mill out students for their parent company and receive the incentives. They don't care after they get the incentives, that is why turn over is a GOOD thing in their eyes.

With these current Federally funded "Incentives" being given to these Bottom Feeders, it has created a situation where processing the student and driver are way more important than actually driving.

~The profits are now in their schools and incentives. Not in the drivers.~

With Carolina Cargo Inc., being a leader of the Bottom Feeders, dead heading weekly to pick up produce, they will make more money replacing a driver, than hauling anything.

This is very sad. Federal funds hurting the system by allowing these schools to mill out drivers. (Over flooding an already saturated Market.)

Continuing to give incentives to companies that will exploit drivers and have excessively high turn over rates.
If these "Incentives" should be monitored more closely for abuse that would help.

I know that new graduates need a start and GOOD companies deserve these "Incentives",
But, the abuse of this needs to STOP!

Carolina Cargo's Track Record:

Originally, J&J Trucking , due to bankruptcy had changed their name SEVERAL times, Carolina Cargo-to- Carolina Cargo Inc-to-Carolina Logistics, they are working under several entities.

Their Drvr Trng Sch's in NC, Carolina Driving Institute, had one location in Charlotte,NC. They closed this location in an over night decision.

IMHO, they will take the available training funds for tuition and these Federal "incentives" for employing and pump out 100's of drivers in their eagerness to make money. Then they will declare bankruptcy and change names, again or close their doors all together. It does not matter to them.

They will leave bunches of drivers that have had their lives changed and/or careers ruined over falling in the path of the companies main goal.

That is the truth of trucking today and these bottom feeders. They need to be regulated and held accountable. This problem leaks onto Society. I see the drivers in droves at the unemployment offices.

This over abundance of drivers that only got to work for about 1 month for CCI is crazy.

Originally Posted by JTAN

Originally Posted by oldfox

CUZ, If you a such a pro., why did you keep going until the head gasket blew. There is a reason you have gauges to moniter, brand new means watch for bugs, another hint, they are built on a production line. Look it up, Ray Kroc the founder of McDonald's originated the scientific method of micro-management-e.g. it should only take you X amount of time to produce any sandwich. Key Word- PRODUCE-

STOP FOREST STOP

Originally Posted by pjody459

I work for Carolina Cargo and am a convicted felon,I have been with them for a little over 4 months and if other companies would give us a chance then they really wouldn't have any drivers, but like most people in thjis business and others they have this profile of somebody who has broken the law well I am here to tell you we can and do change ,
i have 4 years clean and sober a beautiful wife and three children with one more on the way,So i really needed this break to get my carrer rolling, That is how I have to look at it and live it so if you know someone who will give a retired convict a chance then you be sure to let me know until then I will stay here because the pay ain't grest but hte exp. is priceless

Originally Posted by kickin chicken

Do you have a Felony? How much experience?

Have you tried Coastal Transportation N. Ga, CT Transportation?

They are not "as particular" as some companies.

I have listed several Companies that hire recent graduates in the Carolinas. Check the Job Seekers Section on this site for more information to help you.

It all depends on your credentials.

Best of Luck!

Originally Posted by kickin chicken

I want to make myself clear. In my reference to Carolina Cargo Inc as "Criminal Cargo", I was not referring to the poor guys/gals w/ a jaded past. I was referring to the company and it's truck driver trng school, CDI (Carolina Driving Inst), Linwood,NC. exploiting these individuals and using them as "slave labor". The school will accept you w/ a 3 year MVR + felony if you go to work for CCI. Any other applicant must fax in a 5 year MVR.
They did almost 200 contracts w/ Prison/Pardon/Parole. The school bragged about its #'s to its students. These poor "contract drivers" had to work for over a year to pay back their loans to the school. Many of the drivers got other jobs and ran. Several contract drivers have stated that Jim said he "would take their CDL's, if they did not honor their contracts". ???
Anyone with a past that has earned their right to be released deserves a chance to regain their lives in society.
The per diem that you speak of is not graciously given to the driver by CCI. This per diem is allowed by the Federal Govt. To all trucking companies. The Federal Govt. allows up to $ 52.00 of your earnings, per every overnight OTR stay, to be non taxed. This does help a little with the pitiful pay that CCI offers.
The pay is not "rocket science"! At 0.10 per mi, if a driver would run 4000-6000 they would then earn $400.-600. per trip.
NOTE: CCI's "turn around" (Coast to Coast & back to yard) is approx. 4000-4500 mi available per trip. Then the driver is charged for:
~ Taxes! Except for the $52.00,of the driver's earnings, per overnight stay that the Federal Govt. Allows to be called "per diem"; therefore not subject to tax.
~ Out of Route miles. Anytime a driver gets off the interstate or gets lost they are docked pay for the fuel used. Position is constantly monitored.
~ idling the truck, again- dock pay for fuel used, according to CCI's calculations.
~ Damages to equipment. As well as a $25.00 charge for a dirty truck. Always note in pre trip any and all damages and general condition.
The trucks/trailers are filthy and torn up. Broken air conditioning/ heat systems...
Driver beware and note everything before you accept responsibility for any truck for any company.
~ Any "after hours calls (4pm)" to dispatch or Human Res. Pay docked $25.00 per call. Only calls allowed are for safety to report accidents. Then the driver is docked pay for the damages incurred.
NO SUPPORT FROM THE PORCH!!!
This company can be USED as a STEPPING STONE to start a career. I suggest that if you have exhausted all other avenues, that W/I 3 months of OTR experience w/ CCI a driver could accumulate many a mile under their belt. Maintain a good safety/drug record and your past can remain the past and your experience and safety record could excel your career. Put out those applications while you still have a job, no matter how pitiful the job is, it gives you an advantage.
Do not be a victim of a trucking company or afraid of the system. Get informed, do your homework and research. Set goals for your career. Out smart and out run the situation.
Never underestimate the knowledge and compassion that "Old School" drivers have to offer to all of us newbies.
All the Best!
KC