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Howard Sheppard

HS isn't well known in my area, so I took a bit of a gamble talking them. Right from the start, they were very straight forward and didn't try to BS their way into recruiting me. Every step of the way, from the flight to their terminal, through the end of my training and going solo, I have been treated with nothing but respect and the pay is well worth it. By the same token, you should be prepared to return the attitude and not slack off.

The only time there was an issue, it was not being paid my full orientation pay, which was a clerical error due to some special circumstances. When I brought this up with the VP, there was no questions asked or trying to delay the issue. He fixed it right away. Yes, it was a mistake, but the way it was handled quickly and fairly is what matters most. If you are looking to drive for a place that makes trucking a profession and not just a mere job, this is the place for it.

I would get to work at 3 am and wait until 4am when they would let you out the gate. I would go to the pit that I was suppose to be at and wait for the back hoe operator to load the dump truck and then take it to the assign blender. It was always like a race with the other drivers they would almost run you off the road if you drove the speed limit. Dispatch would count your money such as put you in a pit that did not make that much and put the people that he like on the big money making runs. Dispatch talk to you any kind of way by calling you raciest remarks such as gal and boy. When in training if you did not drive fast like the older drivers they would leave you and you would be lost trying to find the pits. If you were late to work they would give your assign truck away and did not even tell you.

Worst job I have had.in the container division they will take 500 out of your check when you start. They will tell you that you will get it back but don't believe that.did not get mine back.the pay is low but they will cut your already low pay as a punishment for something they say you did.they right you up and will give you a fine if the GPS on the truck says your speeding. They have a person that sits and watches the cameras to try to catch you doing something so they can cut your already low pay.they have what seems like a lot of fatality accidents for a company there size.just google them and it will show you some of them. They are greedy taking money from there drivers and one day it will come back on them. They really don't care about there drivers. Wish I had never went to work there. My advice is to NOT work for them.

If you're just getting into truck driving then this would be a good place to get your feet wet. And that's where the good ends. You start off in the oldest, filthiest, most raggedy truck on the yard. Inside of the trucks are a cesspool and will need extensive cleaning just so you wont catch a disease or ruin your clothes. Expect to get up at 2,3,4 o'clock in the morning and not get home til 6-7 pm. You're paid by the load and it's not much. 500 a week isnt much considering how many hours you put in. You get 3 paid days off a year and if you get scheduled to work on a weekend day, they'll use your vacation day if you  cant work that weekend.  The trucks constantly break down and you will sit hours on the side of the road ,unpaid,  waiting on a mechanic.  Avoid this place unless you're desperate for a job

This is a good company to work for if you're looking for little overtime, family friendly, and easy work. If you want something done, just go to your supervisor and they will do it for you. Employees find it easier to have someone else do the work for them. Management is decent in a sense. Upper management could be better. With the company being family oriented, they have the issue of family and friends being a part of upper management and they won't reprimand as needed because of this. If they state they'll get back to you, don't expect it. People talk, so if you don't want anyone knowing anything about your personal life, this should be the last place to tell anyone. The employees there are major gossips.

I worked at HS for two years and I’ve learned a lot . The pay was 500-900 a week bring home . I rarely seen a check over 1000. Everyone in the front office talked about me like a dog. It’s no loyalty at this company and the pay is horrible. I used to work all day and night . Barely made enough to pay my bills . I wouldn’t recommend this job to anyone . It’s been 3 years since I’ve been employed there and in glad HS fired me. I’m making waaaaaayy more money now. Almost done paying off my truck .

What is the best part of working at the company?
Great pay, Family oriented environment, Excellent equipment, and flexible dispatch

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Nothing stressful about it, Great working environment. Better to work as company driver than leasing

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Well cultured. Enjoyed working with the staff. 

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
Well planned. No force dispatch. Always have options to fit work life balance. It is all on the driver

This job allowed me to perfect my skills upon just receiving my certificate for truck driving. I gained a lot of knowledge concerning truck mechanics and routes while also enjoying the company staff and co-workers. The typical day at work was going the specified routes of the day and completing the required task. There wasn't anything challenging about the job because I kept an open mind in spite of what could happen that day. I appreciate the first year experience and enjoyed my time there.

Good job stability. As long as you do your job and stay honest, you will always have a job. The only time I have seen anyone fired was for stealing. 

Training and career advancement are almost non existent. There is a degree of OJT for newer employees, However the training is not structured by any means. I've seen the results of this cost the company unnecessary money. they do not post jobs internally. Most of the time they hire from outside of the company. Most of the time employees are not even aware of positions until after they are filled.

Howard Sheppard is a great place to work. There are times hours are long but overall its a very rewarding job. with many perks. The people are great and the other drivers were good. Management is always available and helpful. If you ever need anything they will do there best to help. All the reviews about pay i have seen, you set the scale for your paycheck. if you want to work you can make great money!

I like the recruiter there because she did not blow a lot of smoke like your typical recruiter. Very honest.

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