***NEXT ORIENTATION FOR TRAINEES IS 7/29/24. MAKE SURE YOUR DRIVERS ARE AWARE OF THIS WHEN APPLYING.***
***NOT ACCEPTING FEMALE TRAINEES AT THIS TIME***
QUALIFICATIONS
National Carriers is NOT accepting TRAINEES with ANY criminal history at this time.
The following table is general carrier info. Pay attention to the qualifications listed in red at the top of this page for this job’s specific qualifications/requirements
| Pre-Qualifications | |
| Minimum Age | At least 21 years of age |
| Minimum Experience (tractor Trailer/OTR) | TRAINEES MUST possess a CDL and have completion of at least 120 hour school in the past 6 months with NO carrier between school and applying with NCI. CRITERIA FOR BRINGING ON TRAINEES -Good safety record – no preventable accidents or moving violations -Good work record – no long term unemployment and no job hoppers. As a rule, we will work with any student who has 6 or less jobs in last 3 years -NO Criminal history or drug or alcohol violations -Not currently under contract to any carrier -Good attitude. They won’t work with anyone who is making demands on the front end -Reasonable expectations – They get a lot of these folks thinking they are going to make $2k a week. Not feasible * See the Trainee tab on the information sheet for details EXPERIENCED 1 year OTR experience in the last 3 years 6 months experience in the last year is acceptable, but must include completion of a student training program either at any carrier having a known, structured, driving program of at least 120 hours or a certified truck driving school. Requires Certificate of completion OR Contract if subsidized by other carrier. * Local experience does not count * Applicant must be able to read and speak the English language fluently enough to converse with the general public , understand highway traffic signs and signals, respond to official inquiries and make Entries on reports and records. * Driver cannot be under contract with another carrier. |
| Moving Violations (max in 3 year period) | No more than three (3) non-serious moving violations within the past year No more than three (3) violations with the past three (3) years |
| Policy on License suspensions | None in the past 3 years if related to DUI, DWI or any accident or moving violation Suspensions for Child Support or lack of liability insurance OK as long as Driver has proof the issue has been corrected |
| DOT Recordable Accidents | No more than three (3) preventable, non-reportable accidents within the past three (3) years |
| Incidents (max in 3 year period) | No more than 3 in the last 3 years |
| Ticket / Accident / Incident Combo | No more than 3 minor moving violations PLUS 3 minor accidents within the last 3 years. All incidents on DAC and PSP are counted |
| Maximum Major Moving Violation (in the last 3 years) | None |
| Major Moving Violations- that are automatic DQ’s | No serious moving violations in the past three (3) years, such as: Violations for reckless or careless driving Violations for hit and run Violations for leaving the scene of an accident Violations for speeding in excess of fifteen (15) mph over the posted speed limit License suspension or revocation from any state for a driving violation A reportable, preventable accident |
| Max. Number of Jobs- in the last 3 years | No more than 6 jobs in the past 3 years No more than 2 jobs in the past year |
| Policy Against Unemployment- even if it is accounted for | Must have documentation to account for all gaps exceeding 180 days Driver declaration OK for anything less than 180 days |
| Terminated Applicants | Case by case * No terms for safety |
| Felony Convictions – How old must they be? Based off the conviction date? What are the “silver bullets”? | All case-by case but generally no violent in the past 10 years and no sexual in a lifetime No drug or alcohol conviction in the past 5 years No drug or alcohol convictions involving a CMV lifetime All probation etc (Off Paper) needs to be more than 5 years * Go by conviction date |
| Misdemeanors- How old must they be? Automatic DQ’s? | No sexual in a lifetime No drug or alcohol conviction in the past 5 years All probation etc (Off Paper) needs to be more than 5 years * Go by conviction date |
| DUI/DWI- What is the max number and what time frames do they need to fall outside of? | None in the past 5 years No more than 1 in a lifetime A failed alcohol/drug test is a lifetime DQ * Go by conviction date |
| Is Haz-Mat Required? Is there a grace period for driver to obtain it? | Hazmat is not required, but preferred They will pay for any costs related to acquiring |
| Reimbursed for Haz-Mat? | Yes, once driver is hired |
| Haz-Mat Pay Info | $50.00 extra per load |
| Other Endorsements Required | TWIC is required They will pay for any costs related to acquiring They will help the Driver get it |
| DOT Physical Requirements | They will accept a current card as long as it has > 6 months remaining before expiration. If not, driver MUST have DOT Physical by NCI at Orientation. |
| Drug Screening | Urine |
BENEFITS
MEDICAL, DENTAL, PRESCRIPTION AND LIFE INSURANCE
MATCHING 401K
PAID VACATION, ORIENTAION & TRAINING
INSURANCE AVAILABLE AFTER 90 DAYS/401K AFTER 1 YEAR
NEXT, GO OVER EQUIPMENT INFO
CARRIER INFO
National Carriers was founded in 1968 and has grown into a diversified motor carrier servicing all 48 states.
| PRESENTATION | |
| Sign On Bonus | None at this time |
| Driver Types | Student Trainee / Must have valid CDL Company Solo Company Team Dedicated (based on domicile) |
| Types of Runs | OTR Regional, Dedicated |
| Type of Freight | Refrigerated |
| Type of Equipment | 2019-2021 Kenworth T-680’s Currently have a fleet of over 800 trucks All Trucks equipped with APU’s, refrigerators, Blue tooth and double bunks * Cameras – Front facing event only |
| Transmission Type | Automatics Manuals |
| Average age of tractor | 0-3 years old |
| Is truck permanently assigned to the driver? | Yes, no slip seating |
| Truck Speed | 68 MPH |
| Can truck be taken home for time off? | Yes |
| Is truck equipped with Invertors / APU’s? | Yes ThermoKing APU 2500 watt invertor |
| % of Drop and Hook | 50% |
| % of No Touch | 100% |
| % are Haz-Mat Loads | 10% |
| Trainee Pay Scale (Students) | While completing on road training, student drivers will be paid $100 per day. Up to $700 per week. Student must be on truck and available to work in order to be compensated. |
| Pay Scale (Solo) | $.50 CPM per mile on ALL dispatched miles (loaded or unloaded) PLUS $.03 CPM average accessorial pay PLUS $.04 CPM bonus potential. Bonus is paid quarterly. Totals up to $.57 CPM to start. Plus $.01 CPM increase at 6 months, 12 months, then at the 2,3,5, and 7 year anniversaries. |
| Pay Scale (Team) | $.58 per mile split + $.03 CPM average accessorial pay PLUS $.04 CPM bonus potential. Bonus is paid quarterly. Totals up to $.65 CPM. Plus $.02 CPM increase at 6 months, 12 months, then at the 2,3,5, and 7 year anniversaries. |
| Type of Driver Pay | Household Mover Guide |
| When are drivers paid? | Company Drivers and Students are paid every Friday |
| How are drivers paid? | Direct Deposit |
| Pay Increase | 6 & 12 month anniversary, then at 2,3,5 and 7 year anniversaries |
| Primary Running Areas | OTR – ALL LOWER 48 STATES SW REGIONAL – TX, OK, LA, AR, MO, IN, IA, NE, IL, KS, CO, OH, NM |
| Average Miles per wk. | OTR: 2600-2800 miles per week Regional: 2200 – 2400 miles per week Team: 4500 – 5000 miles per week |
| Average Length of Haul | OTR: 750 miles Regional: 400 miles |
| Home Time / Days Out | 1 day off for every 6 days out (up to a maximum of 4 days) OTR: Out 3-4 weeks Regional: Out 10-14 days Dedicated – through the house weekly, 2 days off every 10-14 days |
| Average Weekly Pay | $1200.00 – $1400.00 + Gross Earnings per Week Average Regional Drivers will run fewer miles but have a higher assessorial due to more multi-stop loads. OTR Drivers will have higher miles and fewer stops. |
| Driver Vacation Info | After 1 year of service, the Driver is eligible for 5 days of paid vacation After 5 years of service, the driver is eligible for 10 days of paid vacation and is eligible to take a pay-out option place of the actual time off |
| How is Driver Vacation Calculated? | Tenure Paid based on 52 week average earnings |
| EZ Pass provided | Yes |
| Pre-Pass Provided | Yes |
| Toll Cards Provided (Which toll cards?) | All tolls paid for company drivers |
| Type of Fuel Card | Com Data |
| Layover Pay | $10.00 per hour, not to exceed $50.00 for 24 hours |
| Dock Detention Pay | Starts after 2 hours; $10.00 per hour after 2 hours, paid automatically IF driver arrives at or prior to scheduled pick-up delivery time |
| Multi-Stop Pay | $20.00 per stop, excluding first and last stop |
| New York City | N/A |
| Safety Bonus | $50 for clean Level 3 road side inspection |
| Rider Policy | Yes; Starts day 1 $130.00 per year Year runs February-January (Must renew each year) Must be over 5 years old |
| Pet Policy | Yes; Pets under 40 lbs Dogs only, no Cats $500.00 per pet (Non-Refundable) Can pay $100.00 per week until paid in full |
| Is there 24 hour dispatch? | Yes: 24/7 |
| Does driver have routing / fuel stop flexibility? | Routing and fuel solution are mandatory |
| Qualcomm Provided | OBC is through Blue Tree |
| Idle Air Policy | Tractors with APU goal 10% |
| Max. Idle Air % | APU – <10% |
| Is per diem optional? | Yes |
| Insurance Starts When? | After 90 days of employment |
| Single Non Smoking Cost per week | $40.00 per week |
| Family Non Smoking Cost per week | $110.00 per week |
| Single Smoking Cost per week | $50.00 per week |
| Family Smoking Cost per week | $120.00 per week |
| Vision Insurance | Included in weekly cost above |
| Life Insurance | $25k Policy Employee Only: $2 per week. Employee + Spouse ($10k) + Children ($5k) = $3 per week $50k Policy Employee Only: $4 per week. Employee + Spouse ($10k) + Children ($5k) = $5 per week $100k Policy Employee Only: $8 per week. Employee + Spouse ($10k) + Children ($5k) = $9 per week |
| 401 (k) Retirement Plan | Eligible after 1 year of employment NCI matches up to $.25 of each dollar contributed (up to 3%) |
NEXT, GO OVER ORIENTATION INFO
ORIENTATION INFO (NCIORT)
“Orientation is in Irving, TX, and lasts for 3 days. It typically starts on Mondays, but can start as late as Wednesday of each week, and completed by Friday. Orientation pay is $250 for the three days.
“Single room lodging is provided at:
LAQUINTA SOUTH
4105 W AIRPORT FWY
IRVING, TX 75062
“Breakfast, lunch, and dinner will be provided. Air travel is also provided at no cost to you. A rental car can be provided in lieu of air fare.”
WEEKEND EMERGENCY INFORMATION:
STEP 1:
CONFIRM THE DRIVER HAS RECEIVED THEIR ORIENTATION INFORMATION BY 5:00 p.m. EST ON FRIDAYS!
MAKE SURE THE DRIVER IS CHECKING THEIR SPAM IN THEIR EMAIL!
STEP 2:
IN THE EVEN OF AN EMERGENCY OVER THE WEEKEND, PLEASE HAVE THE DRIVER CALL THEIR RECRUITER, WHICH WAS GIVEN TO THEM IN THE ORIENTATION INFORMATION.
MAKE SURE THE DRIVER LEAVES A MESSAGE AND THEIR CONTACT INFO!
USE CODE ‘CREORT’ IN MAPPING FOR ORIENTATION LOCATIONS
UPON COMPLETION OF THE PRESENTATION, RETURN TO THE CLOSE