TMC and tarps

I don't work for TMC but my 8 foot drops weight 115. Keep in mind even though most shippers will put them on the load, you still have to maneuver them on the load, put them in, pull them out of your cabinet, take them off the load, roll them up.

 

Wow. Looks really tough! Those guys must be brutally strong. Why would anyone want to endure that type of torture?

 

I was kind of thinking the same thing. I wanted to try flat bedding because I didn't want to get fat and more out of shape than I already am! But WOW....really? Looks like boot camp or something.

 

I think @Highway Sailor used to work for them? Maybe he can answer some questions for you...

 

@Gunner75 worked for them too. Maybe he can chime in

 

Summary of the physical you will be taking during the pre-hire process: Based on DOT/FMCSR regulations/recommendations and the essential job functions of a driver at TMC, we would like you to understand the process, so you can come better prepared. You will be taking a physical. The physical is not only designed to meet minimum DOT/FMCSR requirements/ recommendations, but it is also designed to meet the essential job functions of a driver’s position at TMC.

Medications – It is possible that the physician may require documentation pertaining to your medication and the diagnosis that required that medication based on DOT/FMCSR regulations/recommendations. The process is quicker if you know your physician’s name, phone and fax numbers prior to attending orientation in case this information is inquired of by the physician performing the physical.

Hernias/injuries/surgeries – These situations could restrict you in performing the essential functions of the job. If you had any surgeries or medical problems that might prohibit you from performing the job, then the physician may require you to provide documentation from your surgeon. Your surgeon may be required to complete a form identifying any physical limitations you may or may not have in performing the job. If you have an existing hernia that has not been repaired, then it is almost certain that you will not pass the physical until it is repaired.

Cardiovascular – The DOT/FMCSR regulations/recommendations are very specific and normally require a stress test annually after a cardiac event. The process will be faster if you know your physician’s name, phone and fax numbers in case the physician performing the physical has any follow up questions. (They need annual cardiologist reports which may require studies to show ejection fractions along with medication tolerance. Depending on your condition, will determine how often stress tests are needed.)

Sleep Apnea – If you have been diagnosed with sleep apnea the DOT/FMCSR regulations/recommendations require an annual study to show that you have no problems during the daytime and that you are using your machine as instructed. Please bring a current printout of your machine’s data for the past 90 days of usage in case the physician requests this information from you. We don’t have the ability to download this data for you.

Blood pressure – If your blood pressure exceeds the 140/90 mark, then based on DOT/FMCSR regulations/recommendations you will be required to see your physician to get your blood pressure under control before you can operate a vehicle requiring a CDL.

Sugar/protein/blood in urine – If levels of these are above normal you may be required to see your physician due to DOT/ FMCSR regulations/recommendations.

Vision – Your vision must be correctable to no worse than 20/40 in each eye separately due to DOT/FMCSR regulations/ recommendations.

Hearing – If you suffer from any type of hearing loss the physician may require that you take an audio exam at your cost. If you wear hearing aids, then you need to make sure you meet the DOT/FMCSR regulations by carrying spare batteries. You may also be required to provide audiogram results with your hearing aids in place.

Psychiatric disorders – If you have been diagnosed with depression, anxiety, bi-polar, etc, then your physician will be required to complete a form for us based on DOT/FMCSR regulations/recommendations. Be sure and let your recruiter know ahead of time, so we can get this completed prior to you taking the physical in orientation.

We recommend that you visit the load securement page of the TMC Training Centers web site which includes a visual list of the essential job functions of a TMC driver.

http://www.tmctrainingcenters.com/ORIENTATION_CHECKLIST_DES_MOINES_APPRENTICE.pdf

 

There is a specific way they want the tarps manhandled in orientation, and you must do so their way or you will be sent home. It's really not hard, and they will show you the correct way. Know that they will not make you do anything that is unsafe. If you search around on their website youll find several videos of how they do this, including their tarp test

And yes their lumber tarps are 120lbs brand new, after they've been in the fleet several months and get patched up they get to be around 130lbs. But honestly 120lbs is nothing, hell my machine tarps weigh in at 145lbs

 

I was being sarcastic. Sorry friend. At one time, I used to carry 11 tarps on my truck.

 

It helps to distinguish between the flatbed drivers and the window lickers lol.

 

I sensed this could possibly be the case lol. I don't mind work at all. I just don't want to waste my time or TMC's if I cannot meet the basic requirements.