truck driver

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Day & Ross

Typical day at work is not to bad once u get the hang of it problem is the lack of training… there slogan should be “if you can’t swim you gonna drown”… first off they throw u on the road with literally not training they just give u a road test train you for like five minutes on the in truck computer and basically tell you to ask your “drive manager “/operator Any questions you have…problem is they do not have any training themselves and brush u off or get upset when u do ask them questions…they don’t really want u to call them at all for anything really… so they create a toxic environment so u won’t call them… I guess that makes there job behind the desk easier…so good luck with that… they pay is off balanced from week too week due to how they add up the miles… but it all evens out after every two weeks I guess… the benefits are very good but u will not have time to go to any appointments because u get back different days every few weeks u are out so hometime if very inconsistent… the actual pay is ok but the time you are out don’t really make it worth while , but that’s otr life I guess… the trucks are clean and reliable.. I recommend this job to anyone who is trying to learn the logistics of otr because u will get thrown to the sharks and be forced to on your own… im basically ready to become a owner operator with what I learned so I guess it’s cool but if u are a slow learner good luck because after two or three minutes the driver manager will do anything they can to make u not want to call and ask for help due to lack of training 

Day and Ross companies use an Artificial Intelligence monitoring system that watches and listens all the time the truck is on.  It can store up to 100 hours of continuous video, and has live feed capability (per camera system company's own advertising).   A third party company monitors the surveillance system, as well as the employer.  The system will audibly warn of whatever it thinks you are doing wrong, although it is hard to hear what it is saying.  This, according to Day + Ross management, is of great benefit to the driver.  Its surprising that this system isn't advertised in the job listings.
  My manager and his boss are very good and helpful people, and it seems most of dispatch people are very good.  Maintenance shop is very attentive to any reported issues with equipment.  Safety does a good job, and are friendly and helpful.  Everyone at Day + Ross are friendly and helpful.  The pay is pretty good too.  If it wasn't for the driver surveillance/ management system, this company would possibly rate 4 stars.  Lower management can't be blamed for systems and policies implemented by upper management or ownership.

Just as the title implies: They do the BARE minimum (less if they can) instead of what it can be or should be.

Management (especially mid level) are incompetent and placed in position by the buddy system. Even when they have a trained and experienced professional as employee under them, they will always choose their buddies instead.

Of course, they will always ignore, discard or steal ideas or advice from said trained or experimented professionals.

Seams that Higher level of management lives in a dream world where how people smell, inclusion and other stuff are more important than training, equipment and employees.

Training and procedures are amateurish , non written (of course) and varies to hide mistakes, lacks or feel of the day.

On the fiscal exercise 2023-2024, employees received a 0% salary increase, Nothing, nada! AN absolute SHAME for ANY employer, especially in this inflation  time and after all the sacrifices the employee did during COVID.

They can spend a fortune on useless things while not spending a cent on what is truly important (ex salaries). They wonder why good employee leave the ship.

Agencies (mostly foreigners) compose 90% of the basic staff, which is useful to prevent union to get in and scramble information.

To all drivers…they use you like a disposable rug. It’s an illusion to believe that the company management has your back. They don’t make way to help you succeed. 

No open two way conversation for performance review. No opportunity to rebuttal wrongful accusations. Hard work and been praised multiple times for job well done won’t save you from being kicked out once you make a few minor mistakes. They will be replace you without a warning. They want you to report all issues no matter how small, but trust that they will use them to retaliate against you. Keep your mouth shut will be the way to go!

The pay rate was good however it’s difficult to get consistent higher mileage. Lots of wait time between loads and live unloading. 14 hour clock often runs out before drive time runs out. 
Loads only available in the morning. If you waited a whole day and got a short run, most available driving hours will be waisted until late next morning with new assignment. 
0.88/mile looks to be a good rate initially for a company driver position and if you prefer taking it easy; not for drivers who want to maximize their earning potential.

Pretty much a repetitive job. Come in get your route do the route repeat. Your day will be determined solely on how your truck is loaded. One of the main issues is the trucks being loaded poorly. No matter how much you bring it to the attention of managment about how unsafe it is nothing will be done. The work is hard but doable if you have someone with you or if it’s loaded correctly. The pay doesn’t match some of the routes. Some drivers may have a route that travels out of state which is a longer drive after doing back breaking work but you are paid the same as a driver who’s route is around the city and who gets back to the yard well before you do but they are paid the same. The company that had the contract before compensated you well if you had a longer route but Day &  Ross doesn’t feel that they should do the same. Could be a great company if they work out the kinks and get the pay together. And also get those hoodlums in the warehouse to do their jobs correctly. Also management lies and plays both sides so be mindful of that.

What is the best part of working at the company?
The whole staff are kindhearted & very understanding & professional. The work is still "work" but some days are not bad at all. The other days might be a bit fuller, especially during the warmer seasons. But overall a great place to work. They also give you an hour paid lunch as long as you stay on the premises & skip your afternoon 15 min. break.  

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
The physical exercise itself is the hardest part about the job & that would be different for each section of the warehouse. So for me the toughest time of my workday was when Chicago's truck came in & we'd sort & disperse all its contents into the correct route.

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
The environment was a mix of all ethnic backgrounds and diversities. Nopal, Guatemalan, Mexican, Haundorian, Salvadorian, lots of different places & we all got along.

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
Starts @ 6 a.m. lunch begins at 10 & over at 11. You're off at 3:30. Sometimes 4:30.

Typical work day is inconsistent. Not streamlined. No shift schedule or hours set for the ‘hourly’ wage. Running you at their discretion without paying overtime. Avoids providing reason for no overtime pay.
I’ve learned that the accounts in Lancaster, Landisville and Elizabethtown are poorly managed and are not healthy workplaces. Horrible operations. Never saw another driver smiling.
Management is not well trained. no understanding of the nature of a driver’s daily duties in safe practices. Unresponsive administrative departments and human resources. 
Workplace culture is uninviting and is absent of any motivation.
Hardest part of the job was not being able to resign fast enough.
The most enjoyable part of the job was interacting with the customers serviced by the accounts. 

What is the best part of working at the company?
The best part about working at this company is the consistency of work. 

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
The most stressful part about this company is the fact they are unorganized. Customer’s address doesn’t alway be correct. Sometimes loads are booked far out depending on what account you’re on. Last but not lease, the onboarding process is all over the place. Nobody has clarity. Pay is could be better but it’s manageable. 

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
The work environment is very professional. You alway have your few that are messy. 

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
A typical day is like every other day. 
You get your load the day before and you trip plan accordingly.

Head office has no clue how bad some terminals are managed as they base themselves on what terminal's mid and lower management tell them.
Total incompetence of management due to a "buddy" system of internal promotion where competence is replaced by popularity or suck up, resulting in  the exodus of the good employees, fed up of the mess and replaced by temp agency who work hard to do the least possible, giving said mid and lower management opportunities to hide themselves and shift blames on employees or other managers.
Backstabbing and blame shifting rules in reality in most terminals.
BUT if you do only the strict minimum, say nothing, ignore everything and stay under the radar, you will have a long career.

The company does not have their driver's backs. Gave me a truck that was in a incident  prior to me getting it.no inspection of the truck was done after.  I Had a malfunction with the fifth wheel of the truck and was fired. They just handed me a faulty fifth wheel and when it malfunctioned it was my fault. Had the broken pieces of the locking mechanism  and pictures to prove it. Was told I high hooked it. Even after I did three inspections of the trailer (no gap between the plates) and tug test then drove 4 hours down the road. Joke of a place. Management sucks they will schedule you for over lapping drop offs an pick ups. The ladies in the office are amazing and are the Only reason that Branch is still on it's feet.Do not apply. You would be looking for a new job right away. 

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Yard driver 9 salaries reported	$23.11 per hour
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