mercer transportation

Discussion in 'Mercer' started by kw12, Jul 21, 2012.

  1. The Boss Lady

    The Boss Lady Light Load Member

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    Nah, I figured Mercer had a more extensive list than the one on Mercertown. I was just curious because LS has the online demo and webinar but I haven't heard much about van rates at Mercer. The recruiter that I spoke with the other day read a few off of the board to me and some of the rates weren't that bad. I know some recruiters will tell you anything to get you in the door. I like to ask O/Os about the company. Some drivers lie but everyone doesn't tell the same lie.

    @spyder7723 are they still taking Quality trucks at Mercer? A friend of mine wants to get one, lease it on at Mercer and put her brother in it. I don't see how she will make any money if she does that.
     
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  3. The Boss Lady

    The Boss Lady Light Load Member

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    Yes, they were quick. I sent all the necessary paperwork quickly.
     
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  4. CJndaTruck

    CJndaTruck Road Train Member

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    Van rates suck! Ok that's out of they way. I doubt the recruiter lied about anything. We are not a mega, Mercer wants happy drivers not just steering wheel holders. A long time ago they realized drivers want honesty (good or bad).
     
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  5. The Boss Lady

    The Boss Lady Light Load Member

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    Yes, I prefer honesty. Van rates suck everywhere which is why I may consider going back into flatbed later.
     
  6. farmboy73

    farmboy73 Medium Load Member

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    I remembered seeing you post that you wished you would have gone longer. What was the wheelbase on your old truck? Wasn't it a Cascadia? And did you pull a flat with it at Mercer before you bought the new truck or was it just a van?
     
  7. DezTrucking

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    Made it to Mercertown!

    Now I can kick back and watch the race.
     
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  8. farmboy73

    farmboy73 Medium Load Member

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    @CJndaTruck i'm surprised that the 240 inch isn't adequate, especially with a Conestoga.

    What is your king pin depth?
     
  9. CJndaTruck

    CJndaTruck Road Train Member

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    It was a Cascadia. 232" if I recall right. I pulled flat and had no issues with it for about a year here at Mercer.

    Welcome to your new home. Make yourself comfy LOL
     
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  10. DezTrucking

    DezTrucking Light Load Member

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    Lol, this is my last home because I plan to retire here.

    I have a short wheelbase 232" Cascadia and it works. I can have some hangover on the front but haven't tried anything over 24". Still would like a longer wheelbase truck, but it does the job.
     
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  11. Highway Sailor

    Highway Sailor Road Train Member

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    Pete, did you take that cable load to Marissa, IL ?
     
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