Schneider

There is hourly pay for all time logged on line 4. OTR is $10/hr, dedicated is usually higher. There might also be load pay. Usually whatever the gross number the recruiter gives you is pretty close to what you'll be making.

It's a solid gig, you should take it. After some time, you might find someplace that suits you better, but having some experience will make.landing that gig easier.

Good luck.

 

"Pumpkin", eh? Thinking about Pumpkin, ( Green Bay?) you must be a Yooper, and I envy that. Schneider has been around darn near the longest of all carriers. I pulled a LOT of containers out of Ft. Howard Paper, Pumpkin City, or it was. Years ago, Schneider was THE company to work for, as "Schneider Transport", the union part. Then "Schneider National" came around, non-union, and some say the reputation was tarnished. Plenty of hassles there, and not sure Schneider even has a union now. They consistently get awards and quite possibly, one of the most respected names in trucking in America today. I say, you can't go wrong with Pumpkin.

 

Well, welcome to the Big Orange.
A couple of things.....
First, I'd be finding out the breakdown of the pay. .43 and 1800 miles is awfully thin, there's got to be more to it.
Second, you should find that the training is very good, and the trainers are patient. Also, you're right, there's no need to spend 2 months "training" in a truck. That portion is usually only 4-6 days depending on how you're dispatched.
Third, pay close attention to the tablet training and ask as many questions as you need to. It's a valuable tool, but it can be a bit intimidating. Your OTR trainer will be able to help you a lot with this.
Finally, when you're out on your own, do yourself a big favor and take the time (maybe 10 minutes or so), to plan your trip. ESPECIALLY how to get in and out of where you're going. You'll find that with retail locations, there's going to be a right and a wrong way to get in and out. Bring up the satellite view on Google Maps and you'll see which way you need to be oriented and which side of the building you need to approach from. In the next few days go to your local Lowe's, Home Depot, Dollar General, etc and drive around back where the docks are and you'll see what I mean.

Good luck and we wish you the best. Be patient with yourself and with the task at hand and you'll be fine.

 

A few observations:
1800 miles a week is on the low side. If it is a 'dollar store' run (and it sounds like it is..), there should also be unloading fees included, since you'll be spending several hours a week lumping freight and NOT driving. How much extra will THAT include?

So in the end, it boils down to this: Are you ok doing a job that is half driving, and half heavy labor? If you are, this could be a good opportunity. The pay ain't great, but you WILL get a lot of experience in backing into difficult spaces, and you'll get home on a regular schedule. If nothing else, doing this for a year or 2 would at least show future employers that you are a serious and experienced driver.

 

I missed that bit. Sounds like they aren't sure about you, and want to find out how desperate you are. They may even be giving the trainer a dedicated lumper by having you ride along, making HIS bottom-line better. Still if you really have ZERO experience, this is probably the best you'll get in today's market. And it will probably be a crappy experience, too, but you WILL learn the important thing quicker than those guys who just drive long-haul do.

Welcome to the world of trucking....

 

I don't know what he means either. What you outlined is exactly what will happen to all inexperienced drivers.
However, you will be shocked and amazed at the number of people who show up with a CDL who can't drive. It was truly astounding to me.

 

Sounds like a good place to start. I wouldn’t worry too much about the pay, your first year should focused on the experience more than the pay. The better paying jobs will come later.