OCTAGON GROUP INC

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  1. MelTheGreat!

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    I work here as a company driver. When I first applied here I was very skeptical because we all know how a trucking company will give you the smoke and mirrors.
    When I first started I was still skeptical even though they promised me a good deal. As the weeks went on I was very impressed with the company. I'm able to make great money and drive late model equipment. The maintenance department does an excellent job of keeping the trucks and equipment serviced. I'm able to maximize my mileage each week with the help of my dispatcher who does a great job. I get paid on all miles so the more miles I get the more money I make. I never have to ask for detention or extra stop pay or anything like that. They are always on top of that. Accounting department does an amazing job with on time pay and always accurate with the numbers. I know it seems too good to be true but I'm here and I love it. Whenever I request home time they make it happen with no questions asked. I love this company, I have no complaints. 20251117_164236.jpg
     
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  3. Concorde

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  4. blairandgretchen

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    Doesn't sound like a company recruiter advertising at all to me.
     
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    "Member since today"? That's gonna be fun...
     
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    How much experience is required to drive there?
     
  8. Lonesome

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    Arlington Height's Illinois? No red flags there.....
     
  9. blairandgretchen

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    Octagon Group Inc, based in Arlington Heights, Illinois (MC1080473, USDOT 3370352), offers Lease Purchase (LP) programs for Class A CDL OTR drivers, typically operating under a 1099 independent contractor model
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    Here are the key details regarding their program based on available job postings:
    Lease Purchase & Compensation Details

    • Take Home Pay: Drivers can earn up to 85% of the gross.
    • Weekly Lease: Trucks are leased for approximately $299 per week.
    • Equipment: 2016–2018 Cascadia (manual transmission).
    • Trailer Rental: $170+ weekly if not using their own trailer.
    • Earning Potential: Projected $2,300 - $2,800+ per week.
    • Fuel: Fuel card provided with discounts.
    • 1099 Structure: This is a 1099 contract position, meaning you are responsible for your own taxes.
    Job Requirements & Structure
    • Experience: Minimum 2 years of driving experience required.
    • License: Valid CDL-A.
    • Age: 23 years or older.
    • OTR Schedule: Typically 3 weeks out with 3 days home time.
    • Mileage: 3000+ miles weekly.
    • Support: EZ Pass and cameras are often provided.
    Operational Information
    • Location: 125 S Wilke Rd Ste 203F, Arlington Heights, IL 60005.
     

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  10. blairandgretchen

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    I've been getting a lot of calls lately from these 1099 companies. I had a discussion with one or two of them (friendly) and pried a bit more information out of them to confirm my own gathering of facts and rumors.

    It seems that with the ELP and non-domiciled CDL changes, a lot of their 'employees' have seen the writing on the wall and are self deporting, knowing that the end is near. My guess is that companies with empty and financed trucks will be hit the hardest and soonest.

    They admitted they have been having difficulties recruiting legal citizens with CDLs because most don't want to run as hard as the foreigners who are leaving. I didn't ask or infer that they doctored the E logs to allow such hard running - but I suspect that's one of their tricks.
     
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  11. blairandgretchen

    blairandgretchen Road Train Member

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    OK Mel - Just how great are you? :)

    You can admit you're not a driver.

    You can now tell us more about this wonderful company, and correct many of my errors in the posts concerning your company.
     
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