Big mistake...

Well, Well, a voice of our future, no responsibility, accountability. To be correct, I do believe that even if you get fired, the contract is still in effect and they can go after you for the payment. After all he got the training, it was his responsibility to ensure he had all the pertinent information before signing that contract. He knew full well that CRST was a team only company, and yet he signed on anyway. From his initial post I get the impression he just wants a easy job and be home every day. Took the training and now wants a way to relieve himself of his obligation. My opinion is try talking to CRST, if that does not work then grow a pair and fulfill your obligation. It has only been a few months, not enough time to get used to it.

 

"Lisa, if you don't like your job, you don't strike: you just go in every day and do it really half assed. That's the American way." –Homer Simpson

 

I don't understand the position that following the contract is immoral. Every contract I read when I was looking into it myself had 2 options. First option is working x amount of time OR a second option of paying x amount.
In answer to the op I suggest trying a different division that allows solo run. If the company is unable or unwilling to get you in a solo division then take the second option. Go find another company and pay CRST what you owe them.

-Steven

 

He didn't realize sleeping in a moving truck is very difficult. Not really his fault.

 

[QUOTE Not really his fault.[/QUOTE]

I like that one. Then I just have to ask, whose fault is it? Is it the companies? Or maybe it was his for not going with another company which does not team? But, since he was man enough to sign on the dotted line, maybe he needs to man up and find a responsible solution to this problem. Although, I find it hard to believe that one can not get acclamated to sleeping in a moving vehicle. After all we are human, and humans are known for being adaptable to different situations.

 

Just put in apps with other companies, they WILL call crst, then crst will call you to see what's up. That's when you tell them and give them a heads up. When you find a better company, go with it. If you have to pay crst back, do it. It may suck at the time, but at least you'll be happy and safe. There's tons of "good" companies out there who are a better fit for you, just find it, and find it before something bad happens. Melton runs a lot in your area, Jordan does, Paul Trans does, has dedicated around there and their otr does a lot, swift has a terminal there, lone star, ummm, Keim ts, shoot. I can't think of them all atm, but research everything. This forum has a lot of experienced and willing drivers to help you out. Sometimes you gotta bite the bullet to get things to go your way. It may take time, but it's worth it. Be patient and up front with your company and the ones you apply to. Accountability and responsibility go hand in hand, and usually if you are up front, things are a lot easier for you. Keep your head up driver.

 

Your attitude is exactly the reason a handshake doesn't work anymore. I sure hope we never have dealings.

Op entered the contract because he thought it was in his best interest. He admits it was a mistake and I give a lot of credit for that. My bet is he will try and make it right.

 

It is so interesting how people seem to separate a "company" from an individual. A company is not a living entity. They are nothing more than a person or group of fellow humans aligned to accomplish certain goals.

He didn't make an agreement with a "company." He made an agreement with people. Good, bad, or otherwise, he needs to work things out with those people. Why does he owe anything to them? Because he agreed to it. He should absolutely exercise his rights of the agreement and if the situation changed and he cannot fulfill his portion, go back to the negotiating table if they are willing to do so.

All I am saying is honor your word to the greatest extent possible.

Honor - Doing what you say you will do
Duty - Fulfilling the obligations you agreed to
Integrity - Doing the right thing
Respect - Treating others will dignity, empathy, and kindness

Without these basic values it is hard to be an asset even to yourself, let alone anyone else.

When you pattern your life after these types of qualities, you will find doors open and you will have success not otherwise realized. Not to mention a clear conscience.

Sorry for the preaching, but we need more honest and upright people in our society and hopefully this will help at least one person. Even if it is only me.

 

This is the type of thing I am referring to. Rollin Coal agreed to take a load and did everything in his power to honor his side of the agreement.


http://www.thetruckersreport.com/tr...249731-hypothetical-question.html#post4002783

 

What this dude said, it's obvious. There's no breaking this contract. Dude is going to pay or drive for CRST, both options are allowed under the contractual agreement. Some people can't sleep in a moving truck, team driving isn't something everyone can do. CRST is a crap company that gets idiots to agree to work for them in exchange for training, then uses them for low cost labor on team freight.

If OP keeps driving, he gives CRST cheap labor. If OP quits, he pays CRST for their training. It's a win win for CRST, so don't feel sorry for them. It's a company who's goal is to use new drivers as cheap labor and drive them hard by teaming, they don't deserve pity.

OP don't listen to these idiots, you do what's right for you. The world isn't going to play fair with "Honor, Duty, Integrity and Respect" (did you rip that out of a 5th grader's essay on work ethic..?). Go make as much money as possible for the people that will hopefully treat you something like a person. You're going to be alone on this job, you need to look out for numero uno, because you're just a driver to companies.