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 22 years of age |
| Minimum Experience (tractor Trailer/OTR) | A driver must have 1 year of Class A tractor/trailer experience within the past 5 years verified through a motor carrier. Must have driven tractor/trailer 6 months out of the previous 24 month period verified through a motor carrier * Like experience preferred * Will consider local experience as long as it is in a T/T. * Must have a valid Class A CDL issued by his/her State or jurisdiction of domicile within 30 days of hire. * Must have current address on CDL within 30 days of hire. |
| Moving Violations (max in 3 year period) | No more than 4 in the past 3 years No more than 2 in the past year |
| Policy on License suspensions | License suspensions for financial reasons/child support will be considered License suspensions for financial reasons/child support will be considered within the past 36 months (i.e. head-on, rear-end, rollover, ran off road, fatality, lane change/side swipe, hit & run, failed to report, or leaving scene of accident.) |
| Accidents | No major chargeable accidents/incidents within the past 36 months (i.e. head-on, rear-end, rollover, ran off road, fatality, lane change/side swipe, hit & run, failed to report, or leaving scene of accident.) No more than 3 chargeable minor accidents/incidents within the past 3 years or 2 in the past 12 months A history of chargeable accidents beyond a period of 3 years will be reviewed. |
| Incidents (max in 3 year period) | No more than 3 in the last 3 years No more than 2 in the past year |
| Maximum Major Moving Violation (in the last 3 years) |
No serious traffic violations in the past 5 years; Careless Reckless Following too close 15 mph over or greater Hit & run Handheld device Texting while driving Unsafe lane change Truck abandonment U-Turns Dropped trailers |
| Max. Number of Jobs- in the last 3 years | Will review |
| Policy Against Unemployment- even if it is accounted for | Will review |
| Terminated Applicants | No terminations or disqualifications for Assault, Drug/Alcohol violations, Or Theft Unsatisfactory Safety Record terminations will be reviewed. Stable work history and good references are required. * No unauthorized use of equipment reported within the previous 3 years |
| Criminal Convictions – How old must they be? Based off the conviction date? What are the “silver bullets”? |
Any felony conviction within the last ten years will be reviewed on a case by case basis – convictions that show a pattern may eliminate the candidate from consideration regardless of the level of conviction. Patterns older than 10 years will only eliminate a candidate if additional same or similar convictions exist in the recent 10 years. No felony level THEFT related convictions within the last ten years No pattern of drug related convictions; no more than 2 convictions in the last 10 years. Multiple convictions of same or similar nature within the last ten years may eliminate a candidate, regardless of conviction. Misdemeanors will be reviewed on a case by case basis |
| DUI/DWI- What is the max number and what time frames do they need to fall outside of? |
No DUI/Alcohol related conviction within the past 10 years, or more than 1 such offense in a lifetime. No DOT drug and/or alcohol violations. * Go by conviction date |
| Is Haz-Mat Required? Is there a grace period for driver to obtain it? |
Not required Driver should be willing to get certified |
| Reimbursed for Haz-Mat? | Yes |
| Haz-Mat Pay Info | $.01 per mile upon receipt of Hazmat endorsement |
| Other Endorsements Required | TWIC required for Dedicated Flatbed Only HazMat required at the time of hire for Beckman Coulter |
| DOT Physical Requirements | All candidates must pass a new DOT physical from a Koch Trucking approved medical clinic or have 6 months minimum remaining on current physical with a copy of the long form. All candidates must successfully pass a preemployment drug screen. |
| Drug Screening | Urine |
| Other Automatic DQ’s. | No positive drug/alcohol tests |
BENEFITS
COMPANY PAID MEDICAL/DENTAL/BASIC LIFE INS
PAID ORIENTATION/TRAINING/HOLIDAYS/TIME OFF
MATCHING 401K RETIREMENT
Insurance benefits begin on the first day of the month following 30 days of employment. You can choose from Blue Cross Blue Shield medical plans with deductible options of $2,500, $4,000, or $4,500, and additional coverage includes Delta Dental and EyeMed vision. The 401(k) retirement plan starts immediately upon hire, allowing employees to begin contributing right away.
NEXT, GO OVER EQUIPMENT INFO
EQUIPMENT INFO
The Koch Companies fleet of trucks include Freightliners, Internationals, Volvos and Kenworths. All automatics, 3 years old or newer and governed at 66mph.
All trucks are equipped with APU’s and inverters.
Trucks are permanently assigned and most can be taken home for time off. (Best Buy drivers can’t take truck home)
Riders are allowed from day one and must be 12 years old or older. A $10/month fee will be charged and it’s preferable that the spouse does not attend orientation.
Dogs are allowed but must be 30lbs or less. A $10/week fee will be charges as well as a one time fee of $500. Pets not allowed at orientation.
NEXT, GO OVER CARRIER INFO
CARRIER INFO
Koch Companies trucking is a well established company growing since 1978. They offer specialized freight routes for company solo drivers.
NEXT, GO OVER ORIENTATION INFO
| Presentation | |
| Sign On Bonus | Depends on the position |
| Driver Types | Company Solo |
| Types of Runs | Regional |
| Type of Freight | Specialized Freight |
| Type of Equipment | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AuFtOuxYp0M&ab_channel=KochTrucking |
| Transmission Type | Automatics * Will take a Driver with an automatic restriction |
| Average age of tractor | 3 years old or newer |
| Is truck permanently assigned to the driver? | Yes |
| Truck Speed | Governed at 66 MPH |
| Can truck be taken home for time off? | Most fleets can take the truck home |
| Is truck equipped with Invertors / APU’s? | Equipped with APU’s All equipped with inverters |
| % of Drop and Hook | 85% |
| % of No Touch | 99% |
| % are Haz-Mat Loads | None |
| Pay Scale (Solo) | $0.56 – $0.58 cpm based on experience |
| Type of Driver Pay | PC Miler |
| When are drivers paid? | Every Friday |
| How are drivers paid? | Weekly |
| Pay Increase | $.01 per mile pay increase per year on driver’s anniversary date. * See Safety Bonus |
| Primary Running Areas | See job description |
| Average Miles per wk. | See job description |
| Average Length of Haul | See job description |
| Home Time / Days Out | See job description |
| Average Yearly Pay | See job description |
| Driver Vacation Info | 0-1 Years: 1.08 hours/week (7 days/year) 1-3 Years: 1.54 hours/week (10 days/year) 4-9 Years: 2.31 hours/week (15 days/year) 10+ Years: 3.08 hours/week (20 days/year) *** Floating Holidays: after 90 days of employment driver earns up to 3 floating holidays per calendar year. Prorated based on hire date. |
| How is Driver Vacation Calculated? | 52 week average |
| EZ Pass provided | Yes |
| Pre-Pass Provided | Yes |
| Toll Cards Provided (Which toll cards?) | Yes |
| Type of Fuel Card | EFS |
| Layover Pay | $50.00 after 24 hours May be applied to hotel/motel |
| Dock Detention Pay | $15.50 per hour after 2 hours from appointment time |
| Multi-Stop Pay | $30.00 per stop Origin and Final stops excluded |
| New York City | $150.00 per load |
| Safety Bonus | $.01 per mile increase per year on Driver’s anniversary date provided safety expectations are met |
| Rider Policy | Begins day one $10.00 per month 12 years old or older Preferred the spouse does not attend Orientation |
| Pet Policy | Pets allowed Dogs only! Eligible accounts: OTR Dry Van, Polaris, Flatbed, Marine, as well as the Dedicated routes as long as the customer allows pets Pets not allowed in Orientation Must be 12 months or older Must weigh 30 pounds or less No aggressive breeds and no aggressive behavior Requires current vaccinations for Rabies, Distemper and Bordetella along with yearly updates Pet kennel required at the time of certification Driver is solely responsible for their pet at all times and must have a leash and/or other control devices on the pet at all times A one time, non-refundable $500 pet fee will be required as well as a $10/week administrative fee |
| Is there 24 hour dispatch? | Yes |
| Does driver have routing / fuel stop flexibility? | Yes |
| Qualcomm Provided | Samsara |
| Is per diem optional? | No per diem |
| Paid Orientation | See Orientation tab |
| How long is Orientation | 3 days |
| Orientation is held where? |
MINNEAPOLIS, MN Specialized Van, Marine, and Flatbed APPLING, GA Club Car Monday’s only * They can do orientation at both locations, however more than likely they will be closer to MN. But as we all know drivers might be turning in equipment, at a friend or family member’s and would be closer to GA for orientation. MN would most likely be preferred just with the freight getting them going after orientation. |
| What day does orientation start / end? | Monday through Wednesday Wednesday through Friday |
| Lodging Provided (Where will the driver be staying?) | Driver will be staying at Hampton Inn & Suites Single occupancy |
| Meals Provided (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner) | All provided |
| Travel Provided (Bus / Plane /Car Rental) | Paid Bus ticket Paid Plane ticket Will reimburse for gas and/or rental with presentation of a receipt |
| Insurance Starts When? | First of the month following 30 days of employment; Blue Cross Blue Shield – $2,500, $4,000 or $4,500 deductible plans to choose from (See benefits tab on their information sheet for more information) Dental: Delta Vision: EyeMed |
| 401 (k) Retirement Plan | Starts immediately (See benefits tab for more information) |
ORIENTATION INFO
Orientation will be 3 days long (Mon-Wed or Wed-Fri) and held in either Minneapolis, MN for Specialized Van, Marine, and Flatbed or Appling, GA for Club Car, which is Monday’s only. You can do orientation at either location, however MN would most likely be preferred with the freight to get you going after orientation.
It’ll be paid out at $1,000 on your first check as part of the transitional bonus.
Lodging will be provided at the Hampton Inn & Suites, single occupancy rooms. All meals will be provided as well as travel by bus, plane or the carrier will reimburse for gas and/or rental with valid receipt.
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