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Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by newguy1, Nov 18, 2013.

  1. Nov 18, 2013 #1
    newguy1

    newguy1 Bobtail Member

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    I answered an ad from creigslist
    I am start working for a small company (maybe 5 trucks). how can I check them out to see if I will get screwed?
     
    newguy1, Nov 18, 2013
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  3. Nov 18, 2013 #2
    blairandgretchen

    blairandgretchen Road Train Member

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    Oh no. Help guys . . . . QUICK!!

    Craig's list isn't a good start.

    BBB website. Ripoff report. CSA score.
     
    blairandgretchen, Nov 18, 2013
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  4. Nov 18, 2013 #3
    Allow Me.

    Allow Me. Trucker Forum STAFF Staff Member

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    I would start by cruising by their "yard" and observing the operation. Is said yard (assuming they have one) a truck friendly operation ? A shop, business office etc ? With just 5 trucks, they could operate out of the owners house, I suppose, since most of the time the trucks are out running. And he could use a local mechanic to work and service his trucks instead of hiring shop personnel.
     
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  5. Nov 18, 2013 #4
    BuckeyeCowboy63

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    Talk to their drivers. No one can tell u if u are getting screwed but u.
     
    BuckeyeCowboy63, Nov 18, 2013
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  7. Nov 18, 2013 #5
    77smartin

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    Google, research his DOT#...Craigslist seems to be good for local jobs, but those OTR postings always seem a lil bit fishy.
     
    77smartin, Nov 18, 2013
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  8. Nov 18, 2013 #6
    rbrtwbstr

    rbrtwbstr Road Train Member

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    Ask about the turnover rate. That's a telltale sign of a good small company. Our turnover rate is near zero. You don't get a job here unless someone retires or is fired. I waited nearly a year for an opening.
     
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  9. Nov 19, 2013 #7
    pattyj

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    This company will be on the FMCSA website look up their safety score.
     
    pattyj, Nov 19, 2013
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