In this segment I will layout an example as to how Roehl Transport, in my opinion, is short changing [1] their drivers under The Roehl Honor Program. It comes down to just a few simple calculations.
Having 6-12 months experience within Roehls National Van fleet, a driver under The Roehl Honor Program will be paid $1,490.00 biweekly assuming no additional incentives or bonuses. Drivers with this level of experience are expected to drive 350-500 miles a day (per a Roehl fleet manager). Biweekly under the National Van fleet, you will work 11 days and be off for 3.
Assuming a 400 mile day, averaging 50 mph, this means a minimum of an 8 hour driving day. Add in 2 hours for waiting on assignments, performing PTIs, and doing paperwork; you will be working a 10 hour day. (Yes.., paperwork is indeed work )
Now, over a two week period under the National Van fleet straight mileage plan (non Honor Program), you too will work 11 days and be off for 3 biweekly. During this time, a driver should accumulate 4,400 miles. And having 6-12 months experience, this driver will be paid $0.32 per mile, which equates to $1,408.00 in earnings.
The Breakdown our straight mileage plan driver works eleven ten hour days for $1,408.00. Looking at it from an hourly wage; as you should always do - this driver is making a whooping $12.80 per hour. Naturally, he earns no income during his 3 days off.
As for our Veteran - given the same criteria as described above for our mileage driver, the veteran will earn $1,490.00 over a two week period; and he will average $13.55 per hour. Not bad. And for now, it sure beats our mileage guys hourly pay. Plus, we didnt factor in the fact that our veteran is being paid for their three days off (hypothetically). After all, they are on a set income.
But wait what mileage paid driver is going to drive for only 8 hours a day when there is money to be made! After all, youre away from home, bored and lonely; you might as well put in a full day! And further more the company you are working for expects you to do just that..!
Based on DOT rules, an 11 hour driving day is the maximum you can legally do. These hours plus the additional 2 hours per day for miscellaneous duties, our mileage driver will see a biweekly pay check of $1,936.00. His hourly rate would now increases to $13.54.
As for our veteran..., Sorry G.I., your bi-weekly check would remain at $1,490.00. But, by driving for 11 hours a day and working an additional 2 on miscellaneous duties brings you a rewarding hourly rate of $10.42. Congratulations, you are nearing the National Poverty Wage. [2]
So much responsibility for so little pay
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The above is a typical model under The Roehl Honor Program. Regrettably, it is one that is an embarrassment to our honorable servicemen and women.
[1] It is not the intent of these writings to imply that Roehl Transport knowingly attempts to withhold earnings from any individual. These writings are to be considered as an educational exchange of information and conversation and no more.
[2]US Department of Health and Human Services sets as the US poverty guideline for a family of four in 2006 (a grossly insufficient guideline of $20,000).
Roehl Bad News for Veterans; Part 2
Discussion in 'Report A BAD Trucking Company Here' started by 418 Bravo Victor, Dec 19, 2007.
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Im in the honor program and Im very happy with it. Why may you ask? Well as a new driver if I was getting paid by the mile I have no idea how much money I would make, I think having a set pay amount is great till I get experience, if I had experience I would know the good short cuts around traffic and such as these "old timers do", Anther point, I was stuck down south waiting for a load and got Zero miles for one day, guess who still got paid. With any program there is the good and bad, does Roehl make money off the sweet of my back, they sure do, but I got FREE training 100% and could have quit the next day and not cost me a dime. I try to drive just like I am getting paid by the mile. Am I losing out on money? Maybe, maybe not, but I get a descent wage and I am keeping in mind I am still learning the trade. As for Roehl making money off the deal they probly do, but thats how ANY company makes money and they need to make money to keep the tires rolling.
The bottom line is, would I be better off or happier driving for Swift or Werner?
Im paying my dues getting some miles behind me and not worrying about get $250 for a weeks work like I have read about so many times. Say what you want but the Roehl honor program is the best thing out there for a NEW driver.
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