Who's The Worst Of Them ALL to work for?

It can be any company Driver. One person may say swift sucks but there are people working with swift that are doing fine and like working for them.
Cornelious works for England and some of us would not work for them but he is doing good and enjoys it.

I use to work for Prime and there are a lot of complaints and some people would not work for them but I did fine there.

Its all on the drivers personal preference.
What are you wanting to do? dry van,flatbed, reefer, tanker?

 

Sounds like a 4 wheeler... Yes there are bad truck drivers out there and let me guess, you are in the above category right... Your statements are irresponsible and unfounded.

But to lump all truck drivers into one category is idiotic, thats like saying that 4wheelers are perfect drivers, even tho a good percentage of them cause more than there share of truck accidents.

Here are some facts for You from USDOT; http://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/facts-research/facts-figures/analysis-statistics/cmvfacts.htm Considering a truck runs more miles in a month than most cars do in a year. At least make an informed opinion.

In a perfect world Truck Drivers would not have to push the envelope just to earn a living, but until wages are fair and shippers are held responsible for what they schedule along with dispatchers we are stuck with what we have.

As to accidents Im sorry to say that there are bad drivers on the road both in cars and trucks and unfortunatly trucks take most of the blame, possibly because lawyers know we carry higher insurance and because it makes for better headlines.

I say this with over 30 yrs and 2 Million safe driving miles behind me.

 

I say "now-a-daze" sometimes when my tongue is planted firmly
in my cheek, usually when attempting to emphasize how whacky
thangs have become these daze.
And "thangs" ain't a typo.
I substitute "thangs" for things sometimes when I'm in a good mood and let my cyber accent slip out.
Thanx for lettin' me clear that up.

That's what I figured, Corneileous.
Had I thought otherwise my reply would have been much different.
But, taking into consideration that these posts are read by many readers including wannaBees, newBees, and folks who are just interested in Big truck truckin' who may not be aware of hidden meanings, I seized the opportunity to inform those not aware so as to prevent anyone from making a mistake audibly, thereby avoiding a potential physical altercation as a result of a misunderstanding.

Here on these pages that appear on a computer screen, we're all just hieroglyphics on a contrasting background. As such, we're unable to cause physical pain and can only feel emotions that we allow ourselves to feel.
For instance, the only way another poster can make us angry, is if we allow that to happen.
Sticks and stones can break our bones,
But words should never hurt us.

When posting here, I try to take into consideration all the folks who might be reading the threads in an attempt to learn while researching or just for their own enjoyment. If I think answering a question and/or making a statement could raise another question, I try to expound for their benefit.

Sometimes I'm stone-cold serious, sometimes I'm jocular, and sometimes I play devil's advocate. I'm also known to reflect an attitude back at someone to see how they react to what they're dishin' out as a way to determine where they're coming from. What I learn from that determines where I'll go from there.

Some folks consider me a -----> ..... (nice guy)
Some folks consider me a -----> ..... (baaddd man)
I doubt anyone considers me to be a ----->

I can be, and have been, at least two of the three listed above. I let the readers decide which of the two, or which one, to choose.

For the record, FYI: Your posts concerning C.R. England are very much appreciated by this poster who calls himself Shakey AfterShock, AfterShock for short, some friends call me Shockey.
For years I've been asking for someone who can explain how to succeed at CRE to please do so. A few have attempted, only to disappear with no explanation why.
A few were obvious phonies tryin' to pass themselves off as something they weren't. Speculation is they were recruiters attempting to fool the readers who are sharper than fools posing as Big truck truck drivers give them credit for being.

Then, you appear --- like a breath of fresh air, refreshing hopes that my request may be fulfilled. I very much appreciate your courage to describe and explain your CRE adventure as you're experiencing it, --- despite the flack that some posters send your way. To your credit, IMO, you handle it all quite well. My hope is that you'll continue on the same course here and find success there. I take no pleasure from readin' about CRE, or any other, failures. I crave success stories ---- and stimulating conversations. You have the potential to provide both.
So far, you're doin' a fantastic job. All I ask is, please, carry on in spite of any negativity that may surface. Remaining focused, I think, is the key.

I can only wonder if you're aware of how much your narrative can benefit those who are reading and/or doing research of the Big truck truckin' industry. If it were up to me, you'd receive an award for your efforts. If any of TTR's staff is reading this, perhaps they'll make that happen. Poster of the month would be a good way to acknowledge your contributions to these forums, IMO.
Others might share that opinion as well.

As for me?
I remove my well worn official NASCAR ball cap as I stand at attention and offer up my most snappy and sincere Thank You salute.

One person's floor is another person's ceiling.
What some consider to be "good" --- others consider to be not so good, or even bad. It all depends on how y'all define "good". One size does not fit all.

I began my Big truck truckin' career with Schneider, and IMO, Schneider is one of the better truckin' companies worth considering for those just startin' out, --- and even remaining with for many years. However, I doubt that everyone would agree with me for any number of reasons.

For instance, if a company was known for getting their drivers home every week or two for their days off, I wouldn't be interested. If a company had no problem letting me stay out for 8 or 9 weeks at a time, then take a full week to 10 days off for home time with no slip-seating, I'd be very interested.

Also, something to consider is that with the present economy, many truckin' companies have found it necessary to adjust or completely change their policies in an effort to keep their doors open. Those changes aren't necessarily what drivers consider to be good, and often quite the opposite. With stacks of applications on their desks that, in the past, weren't as numerous, they can call the shots knowing that if a driver quits, there are plenty more potential candidates to fill the seats vacated by dissatisfied drivers. Actually, some truckin' companies depend on drivers quitting so that they can profit from a training program to replace drivers who quit. After training, they have little to no incentive to accommodate their graduates who might remain if they were well treated.

Now-a-daze, many truckin' companies are in a panic mode, --- inventing new ways to stay afloat as many other truckin' companies are goin' under.

Bottom line?
Now is, at best, the worst time to attempt entering the Big truck truckin' industry. Those with 30 or more years experience in this industry are reporting that they've never seen it this bad. That's something to take into consideration.
Ya reckon.

I think it's safe to assume that "professionals" and non-professionals alike can agree with that assessment.
Does a perfect company even exist?
What is the definition of "perfect"?
Does "perfect" vary by individual?

I've only driven for two truckin' companies during my career so my experience is limited as to which truckin' companies can be considered to be "best".

I didn't join the herd stampeding to truckin' companies with the intention of remaining with those chosen companies for a year, maybe two, and then movin' on to a better company. Instead, I aimed for the better company to begin with, with the intention to remain there for at least several years. I applied with only one, Schneider, and was hired immediately. I credit my record, aptitude, attitude, abilities and accomplishments for making that possible.

If y'all wanna be hired by any company, give them a reason why they should hire y'all instead of someone else.
Keep in mind that companies don't exist to provide jobs.
They exist to make a profit. If y'all can demonstrate an ability and desire to assist a company in reaching their goal to realize a profit, y'all's chances to be hired by that company are better than an applicant who's just lookin' for ANY company that'll hire 'em, and will go with the first company that shows any interest in hiring them, ............ for a year, maybe two, ---- until they have enough experience to jump ship for a better gig, which may, or may not exist.
A good question might be, would they even know what a better company is if they found it? It seems some folks are never satisfied and continue jumping from company to company for their entire career in search of that elusive "perfect" company.
Personally, I'm thinkin' it's easier to find unicorns, or win a jackpot lottery.
My secret desire is to hook up with Sandra Bullock. And now that Jesse James is history, my dream is rekindled. Do y'all think there's a remote chance my dream will come true? :smt057:smt058

 

I have never read such short-winded, narrow-minded bovine excrement in all my life.

That exclusively includes only post number 1158.

YeaH, but just think ---- if successful, the possibility of appearing on America's Funniest Home Videos is good to very good.

Y'all never know what's possible 'till y'all give it a try.

Besides, if all efforts fail to teach a pig to sing opera, there's always rock-n-roll to audition for. :smt034:smt035

 

And why would this be defined as "narrow-minded"?

 

Congrats on the 2 billion safe miles. Most guys are working on their first billion.

 

If by "this" you're making reference to your post #1158, I think my use of 'narrow-minded' is self explanatory. I suppose I could have used tunnel visioned, inconsiderate, rude, mean-spirited, short-sighted, uncalled for, ignorant, valueless, trouble-seeking, insulting, off-base, unnecessarily petty, out-of-line, etc., etc., etc. ------ but I think 'narrow-minded' made the point.
How would you define it?

Also, if you would be so kind as to explain your definition of "non-sensical" as it pertains to this thread that MACK E-6 started in January of 2006, 117 pages ago and containing 1167 posts as of June, 2010, with a 5-star rating, I'd appreciate it. 'Cause I'm perplexed. Most, ( my estimate ) posts live a short life -- a few months, a year, ............ but for a thread to survive, what? ...... 4 1/2 years? "Non-sensical"?
How so?

I'm goin' out on a limb here, but I'm thinkin' you haven't read all, or even most, of the posts in this thread before coming to your conclusion that this thread or subject is nonsensical. You could have kept your opinion to yourself and just moved on to another thread more to your liking, rather than voice your opinion here, thereby insulting those who have contributed to, what I think is an interesting and educational thread and subject.

Amazing contrast betwixt our opinions, no?
I realize everyone is entitled to their own opinion(s), but I'm not sure we're entitled to express opinions that are unnecessarily offensive and really serve no purpose other than disrupt what you refer to as an "argument". Again, we contrast. I think these pages contain discussions betwixt those of differing opinions who come together -- in a civil manner -- to compare notes, and sometimes, just vent their frustrations (like a Jake Brake).
It's all good.

I credit the Staff here at TTR for doin' an outstanding job of keepin' things runnin' that way for us to enjoy.

Having expressed your opinion, I think an explanation from you is in order. Who knows?
You might be right.
Imagine that.

Via con dios, me amigo.
Anxiously awaitin' your reply.

 

please read my post i need help

 

LOL Well its about time You guys caught up...
I stand corected and did so in the post....

Denis

 

I am a truck driver and do not have to push any envelopes to make a living. You push envelopes because you do not know what you are doing. I never lumped all truck drivers into the same category or automobile drivers. The vast majority of both types of drivers do a poor job of driving and constantly break the law. Many truck accidents are avoided because of good car drivers. Face it they don't pull in front of trucks, near as often as truck pull in front of them. How many tickets do you have? Safe driving isn't just not being in an accident. If you are pushing the envelope you are not driving safely. Trucks take higher blame because they are suppose to be driving professionally and instead, as most people know, they will tailgate you in your car if you dare run the speed limit or below and endanger your life. I do not now or have i ever let a dispatcher tell me when I will deliver, I tell them.