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Mister Newbie; CTX (Detroit, Michigan area) used to sign-on pickup trucks. Thanks, HotFr8Recruiter

Tennesseahawk; It is true that one of his trucks did over $3000 that week. That was an exceptional week. Most of our straight trucks will average anywhere from $1500 to $2250 per week, depending on: the driver's availablity; the equipment availability (breakdowns) and load availability. You...

PitDog; Carriers who do not run Canada may take a look at you. Thanks, HotFr8Recruiter

Sharkman; Most companies will require Class C with Hazmat. Check with Oklahoma on their requirements for "commercial" vehicle operations. They may require a "chaffeur's license". HotFr8Recruiter :)

Generally a felony may prevent you from getting into Expediting. Most Expediters require drivers to enter Canada thus the need for a clean slate. Misdemeanor convictions are usually acceptable. Thanks, JM HotFr8Recruiter :+

JG; Drivers operating vehicles with GVW in excess of 10,000 lbs. are required to log. Drivers of vehicles transporting placardable amounts of hazardous materials are also required to log regardless of GVW. The state of Alabama requires all commercial vehicles to log (any vehicle with signs)...

XX; If the owner of the vehicle is intending to DRIVE any vehicles, he or she must also be qualified as a driver. As far as workers comp, rates vary by state and also type of driving position. Workers comp is generally quite expensive. I can remember WC being as high as 14.6% a few years ago...

Steph66; I'm sorry about your son-in-law's accident. I would suggest that your son-in-law apply to the various companies that he is interested in, attaching to the appication a copy of the accident report or an "accident detail" sheet explaining the circumstances. Crashes happen. (Safety people...

BlueJay; Continue to browse the various forums and classified ads here on ExpeditersOnline. Every once in a while you will find a current owner-operator wishing to get out of the business, willing to help finance a van or straight truck. Many carriers will accept an older vehicle (less cost)...

Mr Ed; ABC is correct that most carriers can get by with a DUI older than 5 years. Most carriers don't care about past failed businesses but may ask about bankruptcies on an application. Good Luck! JM/HotFr8Recruiter

PeachyPoo; You need to not only look at DeadHead pay, percentages or miles, BUT also layover time. Many of the "larger" carriers can promote lower deadhead percentages but never mention the 1, 2 or 3 day layovers in their "slow" areas. Many advertise DeadHead pay but neglect to mention that it...

Ted (BigBear) You should have no problem being qualified with your verifiable experience. As ABC said, check with the carriers first, perhaps by applying online, or by meeting with a recruiter from prospective companies. Premium Transportation Logistics would be interested in a D unit from the...

BanditMan; I would suggest checking with the potential carriers on your list. Many hiring requirements are driven by the carrier's insurance company. Insurance companies will generally require at least 1 year experience in the type of vehicle you intend to operate, some have as much as two...

Louixo; Great topic - Each company has it's own set of hiring guidelines. Some of these guidelines are driven by the insurance companies. Hiring guidelines used at Premium Transportation Logistics are: * Driver must be 25 years old. * Must have current DOT Physical and wallet card (less than 6...

Carstea; I will be preparing handouts to give to those who attend my seminar - "What is Expediting?" I intend to speak on not only what expediting is, but some tips for being successful at it. Topics will also include specing a truck, dispatch procedures, and a variety of other info to help a...

DaveKC; "Ask the Recruiter", to the best of my knowledge, was not intended to be a place for the four of us to recruit drivers. In fact, if I recall, the idea was to remain annonymous (as far as which company we work for) and simply answer "general" type recruiting questions. Since it is now...

In response to message #0 In Response to "Just Add Rubber" on EO Profile of Premium Transportation Logistics Last quarter, after doing fuel tax reports, the "D" units averaged 94.7 cents per mile, all miles. Take into account though that we allow our contractors to deadhead home or whereever...

RE: how can i get in touch with truck owners looki THE Crazyhorse; Most companies depend on the fleet owners to recruit their own drivers. If a recruiter has a driver looking looking for a fleet owner, the recruiter will refer them to each other. I myself have always tried to match drivers...

JR- Last quarter, after doing fuel tax reports, the "D" units averaged 94.7 cents per mile, all miles. Take into account though that we allow our contractors to deadhead home or whereever, if they wish. Those miles are included in the reports. On the back hauls, we do publish 70% pay, but...

JustAddRubber; Thought I would make some slight adjustments to ABCWine's response. Most 20' - 24', 2 axle straight trucks (broke in) average about 9 to 10 miles per gallon. New trucks, until about 50,000 miles, slightly less. He is correct on mileage for 3 axle units. On box selection, keep...