When I started as a rookie with no experience I averaged 2200 to 2500. Now as a rookie with 8 months experience I average 3200 to 3500.
I also hear guys at terminals complaining about lack of miles. All I can suggest is run that clock. I drive about 10:45 on my clock, pull off anywhere I think I can legally park, and then wake up the next morning and stop at the nearest truck stop I can take a shower. I average about 1500 mile loads. I noticed I started getting these longer loads when I started driving until I had to stop. I think the computer software for load planning looks for drivers who do that. Also very little sitting around. Always moving.
Anyone else noticed since these "changes" went into affect that the loads are not nearly as tight? From when I got hired until recent it seemed that all loads were scheduled at 60 mph.
Swift new pay raise
Discussion in 'Swift' started by jdshroudie, Aug 6, 2014.
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I think you are right that the schedules on the loads seem to be more realistic.
I've also noticed that as I've started to really push the clock in the last year that I'm getting longer loads than I did when I first started. However, that may be more a function of seniority and rating. Currently I'm platinum, so that may have something to do with it. -
Any solid updates on the pay and hometime changes reportedly happening at Swift?
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I put in an application with Swift. I spoke with a recruiter yesterday. She offered me 43.5 cents per mile for trips over 500mi for my experience level. If I get approved I may very well be going to work for them. I drove for Swift back in 2001-2002. I did dedicated Target in Madison, AL before they lost the account. I drove the yard truck mostly backing trailers all day. I would take short trips for them when not working the yard. I had no problem with them. I left for better pay. I may be going back...
Last edited: Aug 21, 2014
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If you're at Lancaster, I can understand why they're behind. I've never seen an orientation class packed like that.
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Heh, I had to go to Houston for a doctor visit yesterday. I missed all of that.
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