Schneider Bulk

Thanks for input the 6 days off is critical to me. I have another phone conversation this Monday and making a decision between SNI bulk or TMC flatbed. Its been my understanding recruiters lie obviously so when she told me these numbers I was a little concerned. Current driver input is appreciated.

 

Once you do tank you'll be glad you did.
Most of the time shippers are glad to see you and waiting is cut down.
Flatbed is a lot of work for nothing most of the time.
Nothing like throwing chains/tarps in the winter months with the wind howling.
Plus DOT messes with Flatbed way more..they can ALWAYS find something wrong with the load.
I never was hassled by them when I pulled tank..sure I was stopped but usually was sent on my way.
I've done chemical and Foodgrade..and wouldn't hesitate to go back at anytime.

Remember you're new and pay will be low the 1st year..but after that you can write your own ticket.
Just something to keep in mind.

 

I'm interested in Schneider Bulk as well: This job is posted in Michigan. Is all this legit or is there some gotcha's after training?

Eligible CDL Driver Applicants

• Experienced truck drivers
• New Class A CDL holders

Truck Driver Pay & Benefits
Full-time CDL drivers are eligible for:

• Up to $75,000 per year* (up to $0.51 per mile*)
• $5,000 sign-on bonus for experienced drivers
• $2,500 sign-on bonus for inexperienced drivers
• Up to $6,000 tuition reimbursement available for qualified drivers
• Mileage and accessorial pay plus potential $0.02/mile performance bonuses
• 6 preferred days off each month
• Detention pay after the second hour
• Paid orientation and training
• Hazmat endorsement reimbursed with receipt
• Medical, dental and vision insurance plus flexible spending options
• 401(k) savings plan with company match
• Paid time off

Here's another one of the 13 jobs available in my area, so even non bulk looks encouraging.


Truck Driver Pay & Benefits

Full-time CDL truck drivers are eligible for:

• Up to $60,000 per year*
• $7,500 sign-on bonus for experienced drivers
• $5,000 sign-on bonus for inexperienced drivers
• Mileage, stop-off and unloading pay plus potential $0.02/mile performance bonuses
• Up to $6,000 tuition reimbursement available for qualified drivers
• Paid orientation/training
• Paid time off
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) savings plan with company match

Anyone knows how the sign on bonus is doled out?
Also how's the 401K work?
Trucks have APU's?

Any input would be appreciated.

 

it accurate, but a key thing is the words UP TO. Bulk doesn't have APU's but as part of the work needs to idle, so there are no restrictions on idling.

Sign on pays out usually on a 45 day from contract is 20% then at 90 days after that payment is another 20% then 6 mmonths after the first payment is 20% then the final 40% at a year from the first payment.

401K matches up to 6% with different percentages for each percentage increment. like 3 and 4 % pays xyz etc. , full vestment at 3 years then you own it all.

tuition reimbursement pays out on the 17th of the month at $150 no tax, for as long as you are meplyed by them upto whatever amount your tuition was.

 

Only thing that is a lie is the 75k... you will make around 45k +/- depending how much time you take off or get laid over.

 

Thanks Mickeyrat & RZ. Only thing that's discouraging is the $45k annual. Is that related to the recent problems of implementing I believe it was called "workflow". I've been trying to follow the forums to learn if things are settling down.

So tough trying to figure out who to try to start with in this industry.

 

I don't know of ANY company where a new driver earns more than 45k their 1st year.

 

Its still better than you will make at a lot of other companies.

You really need to look at that first year as experience for your resume and the doors it opens...

 

AND establish a good record for safety.

 

Not really. The Van division has been on Workflow for 3 or so years. While workflow is new to Bulk, the problems it has is mostly related to turn-by-turn direction and that vital information related to equipment did not transfer from the old system to workflow and dispatch became centralized out of Green Bay. Consequently, SNBC lost a number of clients, but it is working diligently to get them back. In addition, loads tend to slow down during the fall and winter months and pick up in spring and summer.

Like rz14nj says, you need to look at the first year as the time to gain experience. If you're looking for the first year to be profitable, then trucking isn't for you. I have friends who graduated truck driving school with me (December, 2014) who have been through 2 and 3 companies, thinking the grass is greener on the other side. It's not. SNBC is a good company to start with. No other company is going to let you drive a tanker as a recent grad. It's not going to be a path of roses, but if you stick with it, show a positive attitude and maturity, and don't try to BS anyone, you will find SNBC to be a good place to start. Every company has its bad side and SNBC isn't an exception. But, my experience has been that only those who come into it with unreal expectations are the ones who first crack and quit.

And remember; once you have your X endorsement, and TWIC, all kinds of doors open up. Also, Schneider's tanker training is widely recognized as the best. One of my classmates from the STA, for personal reasons, could not begin work with SNBC. Eagle Transport (a company that requires 1 yr. experience minimum) picked him up for a local route out of Charleston with only having completed SNBC training.