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Tucker Freight Lines

For quite some time I was upset that I was "let go". In forethought, it wasn't a bad thing. 
It's not a bad company and you have to make the best out of every aspect of your role. Like most jobs, there's going to be aspect that your not going to like and there's people that your not going to want to work with but it you approach everything as an "opportunity to provide a service" and not " being made to do this" you'll do fine. Individuals get too wrapped up in the negativity and gossip. Focus on the common goal at hand any you will prosper. 

I started out dispatching for Open Deck in Burlington, Iowa. It was the first time that I had dispatched so it was a scary first few months. It took me a lot longer than anticipated to get the "hang" of things but I figured it out. My last year with them was spent being the Afterhours fFleet Manager for opendeck. I struggled at first but I had a pretty good support system and ended up prospering. 

Just focus on the common goal and stay away from the negativity and you will be fine. 

Tucker Freight Lines stands as a shining example of what it means to lead with integrity, purpose, and heart. With deep roots in the transportation industry, Tucker is far more than a freight company—they’re a people-first organization built on unshakable core values: Safety, Service, Positive Attitude, and Respect. These aren’t just words painted on a wall; they’re the principles that guide every decision, every delivery, and every interaction.

From top to bottom, the Tucker team lives and breathes these values daily. Whether it’s going the extra mile for a customer, prioritizing safety on the road, or fostering a culture of positivity and mutual respect, Tucker Freight Lines sets the bar high.

Much of this success can be credited to the incredible leadership of AJ and Sauny Tucker, whose dedication, vision, and unwavering commitment to their people have shaped a company culture that feels like family.

I have been in the trucking industry for over 7 years now and I can honestly say that Tucker has been the best company I have ever worked for. I was skeptical as always when I first started at Tucker, but shortly after, I began to see that this company was different from others. My past jobs always had too many chiefs and not enough Indians. (So many supervisors, expecting way too much out of associates below them).  This is not the case at Tucker.  We all pitch in and work towards the same goals, whether you're a driver, shop tech, accountant, and up to the president and CEO. Tucker has some of the best drivers in the industry and have the passion for being a truck driver and they make my day, every time I get to run into one around the yard/building. 

I just celebrated my 1 year anniversary with Tucker (which the company acknowledged with a shout out and card..simple things like this make them stand out.) I count my blessings daily to have found Tucker. I (seriously) enjoy my work, being in the office around my co workers and hope this will be the company I retire from.
The owners,  A.J and Sauny Tucker as well as the management, are kind and supportive in ways I never imagined possible in a workplace, even as we continue to grow  the support doesn't change. It truly feels like one big family.. but in a good 'not fighting with your brother or sister' kind of way!

There is a lot of shadiness. Communication is only good if you screw up then they will team up to let you know. If they screw up, they won't take your call and hide their head in the sand. The pay to contractors is very unstable. Rates change without warning. If you ask, they try to make you feel like you shouldn't ask at all. It always feels like they are hiding something. Office employees are extremely inexperienced and uneducated in transportation. Its a very frustrating atmosphere.  Be very careful if you lease a truck from them. Calculate your payments to see what you are actually paying for the truck. And look at your maintenance account and what what happens if you leave. 

What is the best part of working at the company?
Great organization, fantastic people, very well run.  Bad timing from a life standpoint on my part.

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
They were in a very rapid growth period at the time

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Like a family reunion every day.

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
Typical IT Director job.. just very fast paced and kept you on your toes.  They rely heavily on and were attempting to leverage technology to the fullest extent

They treat drivers horribly if you don’t run at least 10 hours and 45 minutes of your clock every single day they don’t care what is in front of you and what light saw you down if you do not drive at least 500 miles a day they will be on you they are passive aggressive nosy all up in your business they don’t keep their promises on home time or time off if you have any unexpected family emergencies they will be nosy about it and if they don’t think it’s important enough no punish you for it

My time at Tucker was great. While I no longer work there due to health issues, I have nothing but good tgings to say about Tucker. The owners are great people who take care of their employees and often go above and beyond what any other company would do. The starting pay was great and there were "per mile" bonuses at 2500 and 3000 miles that added up quickly. 

Their equipment is top notch and you are treated with respect and not just as "driver number 150". 

I would recommend them to anyone looking for a driving job.

Having been in a variety of transportation related roles in my past and at companies both tiny and large, I can say with confidence that TFL is the most dedicated to it's employees and their families.  We strive to give everyone the best work-life balance and bend over backward for our people.  Our core values of Safety, Service, Positive Attitude, & Respect are reflected in every decision we make and how we represent ourselves to our customers & communities.

Tucker is a great company to work for. Family oriented and really care about their drivers. Tucker has a very balanced work/home life. They understand when your kids are sick or have a doctors appointment without having to feel guilty for it. I was new to the transportation industry before working here and I feel like I have learned a lot, and met awesome people at the same time! I don't dread coming to work everyday and feel worthy for my work. 

Top Job Titles	Average Salary
Truck driver 391 salaries reported	$105,000 per year
Local driver 54 salaries reported	$23.61 per hour
Driver manager 8 salaries reported	$51,250 per year
Fleet manager 5 salaries reported	$50,000 per year
Account manager 12 salaries reported	$54,250 per year

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