Driving OTR with US Xpress

That CPM sounds like a team split rate. Somethings not right. I can understand 25 CPM for that run, but not 20.

You should investigate that. You were going back and forth between solo and team so it's possible that somehow you fell between the cracks. Contact payroll about your CPM rate. You're a solo OTR driver.

If your FM quit he probably wasn't interested in doing his job. Make sure to build a repore with your new FM.

 

Brian , I got your PM and sent you a reply.

Just be straight-forward and honest. Always the best policy. If the car slid into you, it shouldn't be a problem.

There may be some flexibility when it comes to truck assignments. You'll find out I'm sure.

7 guys in your class? Lucky you. I think there were 50 in mine.

 

I can understand your frustration. Work the problem from the source. If you're solo, you should be paid accordingly.

Be careful about job hopping. You're at a stage where your career miles are low, and if you leave too soon, you may have to go out with a trainer at your new company.

Just an FYI.

 

Hello There.



"My Dixie is still busted!"
Translation: My truck is still in the shop.......


Trips and Stats

No stellar numbers for me this week. A mis-placed repair order caused my truck to not be worked on since I dropped in Ellenwood on Saturday. I found that out when I was dispatched a day early. My FM left a message for me and said "We got to roll. Please contact me."

Well if I'm shown being in the shop, I shouldn't be dispatched at all.

Took the trip up to the terminal, and that's when I found out about the mis-placed repair order.

So this Friday's Settlement Sheet: 1,170 miles.


I may have to make another appearance at the shop today, employing the "Squeaky Wheel Technique" to expedite my truck repairs. I'd prefer to be dispatched by my FM before the weekend hits. I'll see how today progresses.




Hey, maybe they'll call me and give me the green light.





For now............more coffee.






Thanks for reading.
-Wedge