QUALIFICATIONS
The following table is general carrier info. Pay attention to the qualifications listed in red at the top of the job info page for that job’s specific qualifications/requirements
| Pre-Qualifications | |
| Minimum Age | At least 21 years of age |
| Minimum Experience (tractor Trailer/OTR) |
12+ Months of Verifiable Class-A Tractor-Trailer Experience Applicants with more than 12 months of verifiable experience within the last three years qualify as a first-seat driver A standard NFI road test is required for all applicants ***Must have valid CDL in current state of residence. *** Gaps exceeding 90 days may be acceptable with safety management review and approval. *** Must be T/T AND 48′ or 53′. Similar experience to the position the Driver is applying for will also be considered. *** Military driving will not count towards experience |
| Moving Violations (max in 3 year period) | No more than 2 in the past 3 years |
| DOT Recordable Accidents | No more than 2 in the past 3 years No rollovers or ran off the roadway accidents |
| Incidents (max in 3 year period) | No more than 3 in the past 3 years |
| Ticket / Accident / Incident Combo | No more than 3 in the past 3 years |
| Maximum Major Moving Violation (in the last 3 years) | No more than 1 in the past 3 years |
| Major Moving Violations- that are automatic DQ’s | No careless or reckless in the past 5 years Applicants with 2 or more DUI’s, DWI’s, Reckless and or Careless driving charges or any combination of such, must have both charges in excess of 10 years from date of application and show no other patterns of habitual behavior involving alcohol or drug related offenses. |
| Max. Number of Jobs- in the last 3 years | No more than 8 jobs in the past 3 years (layoffs won’t count towards job count) 1 of which must be for a period of 6 months or longer Orientations, (where the Driver decided not to hire on) do not count towards the Driver’s job count in the past 3 years |
| Policy Against Unemployment- even if it is accounted for | All periods must be verified |
| Terminated Applicants | No terminations for accidents ever Other safety related terminations are case by case |
| Felony Convictions – How old must they be? Based off the conviction date? What are the “silver bullets”? |
Any offenses not disclosed by the applicant will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis by NFI Security, NFI Safety, or an authorized NFI Security designee. |
| Misdemeanors- How old must they be? Automatic DQ’s? |
Any offenses not disclosed by the applicant will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis by NFI Security, NFI Safety, or an authorized NFI Security designee. |
| DUI/DWI- What is the max number and what time frames do they need to fall outside of? |
Must be outside of 5 years Applicants with 2 or more DUI’s, DWI’s, Reckless and or Careless driving charges or any combination of such, must have both charges in excess of 10 years from date of application and show no other patterns of habitual behavior involving alcohol or drug related offenses. |
| Is Haz-Mat Required? Is there a grace period for driver to obtain it? |
Yes |
| Reimbursed for Haz-Mat? | Yes |
| Other Endorsements Required | Varies per account |
| DOT Physical Requirements | DOT Physical & Capability Test done prior to orientation |
| Drug Screening | Urine |
| Failed Drug/Alcohol Test | Lifetime DQ |
BENEFITS
MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION INS.
COMPANY PAID LIFE INS.
PAID ORIENTATION, TRAINING AND HOLIDAYS
401K RETIREMENT PLAN
Benefits available first of the month following 60 days of employment.
NEXT, GO OVER EQUIPMENT INFO
EQUIPMENT INFO
NFI runs late model Volvo and Freightliner sleepers, mostly automatics governed at 65 mph on cruise and 62 on pedal. They are assigned and must be parked at designated areas for time off.
The trucks will have an APU and inverter. They are only single bunk and do not come with an installed refrigerator but there are plugins and a place for a refrigerator if the driver brings their own.
Riders over 18 are allowed. Pets are NOT allowed.
Riders over 18 are allowed. Pets are NOT allowed.
NEXT, GO OVER CARRIER INFO
CARRIER INFO
NFI Industries is a well established family owned and operated company founded in 1932. They offer 100% dedicated routes for solo drivers and teams.
NEXT, GO OVER ORIENTATION INFO
ORIENTATION INFO
Orientation will be held on the road test date or on the day of hire at the terminal.
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