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Discussion in 'Report A BAD Trucking Company Here' started by bailey, Apr 18, 2010.

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  1. Apr 18, 2010 #1
    bailey

    bailey Bobtail Member

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    Is there even a good company out here? I work for crete and im miserable..scared to ask for anything!!!! Treated like a child..broken promises....i do have a quit date but right now i have to much going on in my life and need the insurance and cant afford to pay full price for 3 mths till a new companies insurance kicks in...i have a sick 7yr old (whom i never see) if somebody knows a good company let me know..(no recruiters please)
     
    bailey, Apr 18, 2010
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  3. Apr 18, 2010 #2
    retribution

    retribution Light Load Member

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    Sad to hear that crete is treating you in such a manner ... Seems alot of companies are kicking there drivers to the curb to save a buck...hope your child gets better and will pray for that...maybe you should hang around and procure a solid job before quiting tho ... It may suck...but may be the best thing for your child for now ... Health insurance is a big deal....just sayin
     
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  4. Apr 18, 2010 #3
    kickin chicken

    kickin chicken Road Train Member

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    Hi Bailey:) Check in our subforum for trucking jobs. I hope that everything turns out just fine.Best of Luck.
     
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  5. Apr 20, 2010 #4
    bowlwinkle

    bowlwinkle Heavy Load Member

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    Could you tell usmore about your problems, I work for Crete and have been getting good miles and not too many issues. Just wondering.
     
    bowlwinkle, Apr 20, 2010
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  7. Apr 21, 2010 #5
    bailey

    bailey Bobtail Member

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    just burnt out...everything seems to be a fight..happy and getting by or miserable and decent good money..those are my choices...life is short...made ALOT more at last company BUT wasnt happy so i left...not saying ccc is a bad company...just tired of fighting for everything!!
     
    bailey, Apr 21, 2010
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  8. Apr 21, 2010 #6
    bowlwinkle

    bowlwinkle Heavy Load Member

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    :biggrin_255: I just don't understand, I don't have to fight for anything. My checks are always on time and correct, no major issues with dispatch or anything. Just what are you having to fight for?
    You should talk with your fleet manager to see if you could get some resolution to your issues. Good luck.
     
    bowlwinkle, Apr 21, 2010
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  9. Apr 26, 2010 #7
    bailey

    bailey Bobtail Member

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    well how long have you been here?? ive been here awhile...its not about the check...its getting home...disrespect...etc...i actually dont fight for anything anymore because i dont ask for anything anymore..i dont remember the last time i was on the qualcomm...not hearing to many complaints from new drivers but hearing alot of complaints from old drivers. we have something to compare it to..it is what it is...i wouldnt just quit with out a secure job waiting. like most i have a house payment in PA and a family and so on..the industry as a hole has taken a dump so hopefully i can get a local job soon...they keep taking away things. most recently the passenger policy..i got rid of my pet only for them to change there mind..im just waiting for the next blow but not much more they can take away..i think they've taken it all away..drive..shut up be greatful :( or we will replace you with a student and profit more
     
    bailey, Apr 26, 2010
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  10. Apr 26, 2010 #8
    Capt._Chaos

    Capt._Chaos Light Load Member

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    Times are tough for the ENTIRE trucking industry- not just at Crete. I'm still young but after 15 years and 1.5 million miles out here I'm one of the 'older' drivers who remembers how much better things used to be when the economy was better.

    One thing to always consider- if a truck driver isn't b!tching constantly you may want to go check their pulse- they may be DEAD. I never had a problem getting home with Crete as good communication goes a long way.

    I drove for Crete for 3 1/2 years until I tried a sales job that wasn't exactly my cup of tea. Then I went to work for Marten Transport- BIG mistake- I'm surprised that I lasted over 6 months there before I left. I'm returning to Crete next week and actually looking forward to it.
     
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  11. Apr 26, 2010 #9
    BIG RIGGER

    BIG RIGGER Road Train Member

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    I'm between jobs right now and my COBRA coverage is much cheaper than when I was working.Obam's stimilus plan pays for most of it so now would be a good time for you to bail.
     
    BIG RIGGER, Apr 26, 2010
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  12. Apr 27, 2010 #10
    bailey

    bailey Bobtail Member

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    you would "HOPE" communcations goes along way.....i dont #####..as i said i dont even talk on the qc anymore...waiting and going back and forth is EXHAUSTING...and im aware of the industry as a hole..been out here a very long time..but alot of the BS isnt necessary...common curtosy...mutual rspect etc...i'll just finish my sentence and find me something local..somebody said they had a fanpage on myspace or facebook or something but it was really a recruiting page..from what im told there not listening to there driver on there ..and thaks for the headsup on the cobra whoever said that..ill definatley check it out and free up the truck for the the new hires
     
    bailey, Apr 27, 2010
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