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Interstate Distributor or KKW Trucking

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by ThisMug, Aug 11, 2016.

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  1. Aug 11, 2016 #1
    ThisMug

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    Hey guys I'm new to the forum. I have a difficult time choosing between two companies. Currently, I have a year of experience as a delivery driver (Dollar General). Live near the zip code of 93101.

    I haven't submitted an application to both companies but I did an extensive research (Indeed,Glassdoor,Thetruckersreport). Interstate got the award for the best fleets to drive for 2016. KKW trucking have the best overall ranking for employment satisfaction. For former or current drivers, what is your advice or recommendations I should work for? I'll provide additional details if needed.
     
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  3. Aug 11, 2016 #2
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    Talk to them both. See what they have to offer. What works for one driver, doesn't work for another...
     
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  4. Aug 11, 2016 #3
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    rpad139 Heavy Load Member

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    I was looking into kkw trucking myself. Spoke to recruiter and they are paying .41 cents a mile, western regional, volvo and kenworth automatic trucks, peoplenet.

    What turned me off was the insurance cost. 80 dollars a week for single coverage. Family coverage probably cost alot more.
     
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  5. Aug 11, 2016 #4
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    If i had to chose between the two. Interstate would be my choice.
     
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    ThisMug

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    Thanks for the replies guys. My real name is Mac BTW. Here my update.

    KKW Trucking: No response

    Interstate
    11 Western regional
    34 cpm
    average 2200 to 2500
    Transition Bonus $1,500
    10 days out 2 days home
    Stay in California

    Schneider
    11 Western regional
    34cpm
    average 2200 to 2500
    11 days out 3 days home
    Must move to Las Vegas, NV to accept position.

    I'm already have 1 year with Schneider. They also offered me the same position BUT I must leave California to move to Las Vegas, NV.
     
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  8. Aug 11, 2016 #6
    rpad139

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    To be honest, thats some really low pay for 1 year experience.
    You should be making at least 40 cents a mile...which is still not enough.
     
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  9. Aug 11, 2016 #7
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    Check it out. I see you live near the santa barbara area.

    Here are some good companies ive talked to before.

    Brent redmond transportation
    .42 cents a mile/western regional
    Small family company/reefer
    Excellent equipment/great benefits
    Based out of hollister, ca

    Its logistics
    .40 a mile/ western regional
    Benefits for single about $40 a month
    Based out of sparks/reno nv.
     
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  10. Aug 11, 2016 #8
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    Dependable highway express
    Western regional/ .44 a mile
    These guys are ltl/truckload/dedicated/port drayage
    Terminals throughout california
    Based out of los angeles, ca
     
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  11. Aug 11, 2016 #9
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    Ive never worked for these companies before. Give them a call and talk to the recruiter to get a feel for them.
     
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  12. Aug 11, 2016 #10
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    Thanks man. I'll check them out.
     
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