New Driver Benefits

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Gabbadj, Mar 9, 2023.

  1. Gabbadj

    Gabbadj Bobtail Member

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    As a new driver the options that I have for employment are limited, I'm curious to know what I can expect when it comes to medical benefits. What companies that hire recent graduates offer benefits? How long before benefits start? What can I expect as far as premiums, deductibles and max out of pocket expenses? What about national coverage when driving from state to state? I had cancer several years ago and I'm through with all of that now but I do need to take expensive medication for maybe a few more years so benefits are top of my list when it comes to who I might work for.

    Any suggestions? What's your experiences?
     
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  3. cuzzin it

    cuzzin it Road Train Member

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    Everything ive had was with nationwide network. Except some were big city hours drive away. $60 a week is what ive been paying since obamacare ruined health insurance. And deductables that i never meet.
    Meds can be done a big chains that are everywhere or there is online
     
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    ducnut Road Train Member

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    Have you done any basic searches at all? I mean, there are countless threads addressing new hire options. Write down those companies and start researching what looks like a decent fit for what you want. Then, call the recruiters for accurate answers to your questions.
     
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  5. Chinatown

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    Where is your location; state and nearest town?
    Union outfits have free health insurance for the driver and family.
    It's high quality insurance. I had it with YRC and it was BCBS and covered pre-existing conditions.
     
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    Are you a military veteran? If so, the VA will cover your medications. Illness doesn't have to be service connected.
     
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  7. TexasRiverRat

    TexasRiverRat Light Load Member

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    What's wrong with the OP asking a question? Everyone starts somewhere.

    If all the answers have already been given, this forum should just be archived for future reference. Something similar to the card catalogs and microfilm of my youth.

    I don't have an answer for this particular post, but apparently you don't either. So what exactly is your reason for responding? Recruiters inherently lie.
     
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    Terlingua Medium Load Member

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    Pretty much all the larger companies hiring new drivers are going to offer medical benefits. The quality and cost of the coverage may vary a lot. You'll have to find out specifics from each company you're interested in. They will typically start within 1-3 months. I think 60 days is what I've seen most often.
     
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  9. Chinatown

    Chinatown Road Train Member

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    Some have "Day One Benefits"
    I don't have a list of those, but they're there.
     
  10. Gabbadj

    Gabbadj Bobtail Member

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    Eau Claire Wisconsin. There are lots of good jobs around here once I get a year in. I'm leaving my career of 28 years to drive, After a year I could drive for the company I work for now but I need to get my experience first and I'm willing to move most anywhere.
     
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    YRC Freight has a terminal in Eau Claire, WI
    BENEFITS
    • Competitive pay based on union scale
    • 100% paid premiums for Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for you and your family (most locations)
    • Paid Overtime
    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Paid Sick Time
    • 401k Retirement Plan
    Don't know if still training for CDL or not. You can ask about that. If so, you would be on the payroll while training for your CDL. I think they were paying students $18.50 an hour , then regular driver pay after acquiring the CDL.
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