owner operator driver

truck driver

logistics coordinator

marketing coordinator

inside sales manager

Bolt Express

     Bolt Express to me is not the ideal company to work for if you want to be an expedite cargo van driver.  I worked for a fleet owner who I was very happy with and greatly appreciated my work, yet Bolt didn't.  There was always constant micromanagement, and were treated as though you needed to be constantly watched, even after showing them that you were doing your job and making your stops on time.  They also tried to blame you on things that was beyond your control.  For example, they tried to blame me when I was due to make a pick up while a severe winter storm came through the area which crippled the area and I didn't feel safe to drive, treated me as though it was my fault for the weather.  They were not very empathetic in those circumstances.  You do sit more than usual with them, and the pay isn't enough to make a living on.  You do have control of when you want to take time off, or need a break, and can pretty much take a break wherever you'd like.  The job also helped me to be a better professional driver, which enabled me to take my career outside of Bolt.  I strongly reccommend not working for them due to the lack of pay, disrespectfulness, and micromanagement.

typical day at work answer phones and emails consistently, build orders based on customers information, dispatch trucks on those orders, learned how to use slyectus, spot quote shipments, quote domestic air shipments, use of DAT and internet truck stop; Management was lacking very disorganized, micromanaged, had to cover up lies and shipments for management, co-workers were friendly and joking, some let their title get to their head, had to do extra work due to some co-workers lacking in multitasking,  hardest part of the job of was dealing with disorganization, covering for co-workers and management, enjoyable part was the multi-tasking, making money, working with the customers, staying busy,

If you show up with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn new skills and apply yourself, you will enjoy being a part of this team. 

The hardest part of the job is that we are providing customers with transportation services for shipments that have very little room for error. The customer is already anxious and sometimes angry by the time they have to call us for help. It can be challenging but our drivers are awesome and we are trained to find a solution for our customers no matter how difficult it may be. It can be very rewarding when you help someone out. 

I have seen a lot of my coworkers get promoted over the past 5 years so there is definitely an opportunity for career advancement. 

The management team is great and very supportive as long as you have a positive attitude and help your team in anyway you can. They also go out of their way to try and make this fun. 

We have a lot of good people working here and driving for us!

What is the best part of working at the company?
Always took good care of me as a driver believe it or not as a trucking company they really don’t lie to you I was a company driver I’ve got nothing but good things to say about that

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Nothing as a company they never really stressed me out they were always on top of everything and took care of everything they were supposed to

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Excellent They always went above and beyond to take care of their drivers

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
They plan their loads very well you have ample time to get to your destination as they get to know you they give you loads based on your drive style excellent working for them

When I started working at Bolt Express 7 years ago, I hit the jackpot. Employees are truly valued and appreciated and their input and ideas are always listened to. Regardless of job title, everyone is treated equal and important. If you didn't know who our executive team was, you couldn't pick them out. They consider themselves equal and your job just as important as theirs. The culture is like no other, we are all one big family. We work hard and play hard. Offsite & onsite activities, potlucks, holiday celebrations, raffles,  paid day off for your birthday and generous sick and vacation time are just some of the extra perks.  Bolt also gives back to the community by giving to many local charities and sponsoring families during the holiday season. I could go on, but I will end by saying Bolt Express is the best place to work, hands down.

I have worked for Bolt for almost 6 years now. 4 OTR and 2 local. Overall I have been pretty happy with them. The truckload dispatchers are awesome, they take into account your needs and try to balance your needs with the needs of our customers! When I was OTR if I needed time off they did their best to accommodate me and get me a load home! They have newer trucks that are in good condition and if there is a problem the shop they have takes care of it right away! If I had one complaint it is a lack of communication from the management to the drivers, other than dispatch we have very sporadic communication from management about what maybe happening within the company. But it is still a great place to work!!

What is the best part of working at the company?
Independence and freedom
If you are willing to work and establish yourself that way you gain alot of independence and freedoms

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Other drivers on the road "on there phones" oblivious to the others around them

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Becoming much closer as they continue to get more and more people that respect p ect one another and reach out to help one another

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
I try to work the entire 14 hours however
Traffic, fuel, and other drivers around me play a big part. 
We do however make our own hours as long as we deliver on time consistently

I love bolt! They gave me a chance with no prior experience and even went out of their normal schedule for shifts for me which was such a blessing because i wouldn't have been able to work there otherwise. My supervisor is awesome, and very knowledgeable with anything logistics. Fun atmosphere, of course every job is going to have a bad apple or to but for the most part everyone there are fun to work with and helpful. My only knock, is the pay. I match the pay here vs other logistic companies and it just doesn't add up. Besides that, i would recommend this job to anyone.

I was on both the safety team and the tracking team. The safety team was amazing, but the moment a raise was mentioned I was then making to much to stay in that dept. It was a ploy to be moved to tracking which is a nightmare job with high stress, very low support and the other departments treat you like dog feces. I eventually left because the rate was so below what a tracker actually deserves. Many amazing employees are making so below their earnings it's comical and get zero recognition. The drivers also do not get paid enough for their work and the start up fees, even though lowered recently, trap fleet owners in a never ending spiral of debt.

No matter how long you've been driving you'll make the same as a new driver fresh out of school. Prepare to sit a lot of you do the laredo runs. If you're new to trucking they are ok, but if you're experienced and you don't want to make much money go for it. Safety will badger you to death over all the noise makers they have super sensitive set on the trucks and cameras ( yes pointed in the cab too and sound recordings). They hold back 3 weeks on pay so if you hire on better buy plenty of ramen noodles to eat until you get that first paycheck because they won't give you any money other than the orientation pay until then. No forced dispatch so if you don't want the load don't take it!

Top Job Titles	Average Salary
Owner operator driver 10 salaries reported	$1,500 per week
Truck driver 1 salary reported	$60,000 per year
Logistics coordinator 4 salaries reported	$41,875 per year
Marketing coordinator 1 salary reported	$18.50 per hour
Inside sales manager 1 salary reported	$54,814 per year

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