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 old |
| Minimum Experience (tractor Trailer/OTR) |
EXPERIENCED 3 months current verifiable OTR experience in a TT in the past year AND completed an accredited school carrier training program (must have proof) OR 1 year verifiable OTR experience in a TT in the past 3 years. Experience can be a combination OTR/Regional/Local. OR 6 months verifiable local experience or a combination of OTR/Regional/Local in the past year AND at any time completed an accredited school (must have proof) or a carrier approved training program * Must have graduated an accredited school, attended a company approved carrier training program or as of Feb 7,2022 received an EDLT certificate of training in accordance with 49 CFR 380.503 and the facility be on the Training Provider Registry (TPR) * Experience MUST have been in a Class A tractor, towing a 40′ trailer(s) or longer. * Jobs must have also required a Class A CDL * Must currently live in hiring area. * If a drivers address / state does not match their license they will have to change that before onboarding. MILITARY SERVICE: Must provide a copy of DD214 or service within the last 3 years (from date of application) Active military reservist date of service must be verified same as normal employment Non active reservist must provide an NGB Form 22 showing dates of service if service was within the last 3 years from date of application If DD214 not available, provide a copy of the separation document with separation status |
| Moving Violations (max in 3 year period) | Seat belt violations count as moving violations. |
| Accidents | All accidents. Non-preventable accidents listed by an employer or PSP will not need review unless it is a fatality. Any accident with a citation in the previous 5 years is subject to Safety review. All preventable accidents within the last 3 years and all fatality accidents are subject to Safety Review. * See MVR Point System located on the information sheet |
| PLEASE NOTE | An applicant with more than 5 points total, within the last 3 years, is not eligible for hire. The conviction date, not the violation date, is used when determining the points within the 3 year period. * Please see the MVR Point System in the Information sheet below as a guide |
| Moving Violations | MVR requirements are based on our point system |
| License Suspensions | MVR requirements are based on our point system |
| Maximum Major Moving Violation (in the last 3 years) | MVR requirements are based on our point system |
| Major Moving Violations- that are automatic DQ’s | Passing a school bus Reckless Coasting out of gear Leaving the scene of an accident Speeding – 20+ Violate out of service order |
| Max. Number of Jobs- in the last 3 years | Cannot have five or more jobs within the past year No more than 9 jobs in the past 3 years |
| Policy Against Unemployment- even if it is accounted for | 12 months within the previous 36 months Any applicant totaling 12 months unemployment in the past 36 months must have been employed as a Class A driver within last 6 months immediately prior to applying. |
| Policy on Terminations | Will review Need 6 months of safe Driving after a termination for safety |
| Felony Convictions – How old must they be? Based off the conviction date? What are the “silver bullets”? |
No drug/possession charges in the last 5 years All other felony convictions must be reviewed by Safety or the Compliance Manager. * Go by the conviction date * Will accept a Driver that is on parole, as long as they have a travel letter and I need good notes on the felony |
| Misdemeanors- How old must they be? Automatic DQ’s? |
No drug/possession charges in the last 5 years and no more than 2 in a lifetime No domestic charges * Go by the conviction date * Will accept a Driver that is on parole, as long as they have a travel letter and I need good notes on the felony |
| DUI/DWI- What is the max number and what time frames do they need to fall outside of? |
None in the past 5 years Only 2 in a lifetime * Go by the conviction date |
| Is Hazmat Required? Is there a grace period for driver to obtain it? |
Not required |
| Reimbursed for Haz-Mat? | Yes |
| Other Endorsements Required | No |
| DOT Physical Requirements | Met Express will allow a driver with a 2-year medical card that has at least 6 months remaining before expiration to use this physical for hire. The information will also need to be verified through their MVR details. The driver must send the medical card and long-form to drugtest@pamt.com for review. Make sure drivers understand they are to send the med cards to medical and not to you. Drug screen will be done at onboarding |
| Drug Screening | Urine |
| Other Automatic DQ’s | No registered sex offenders Failing a drug/alcohol test |
BENEFITS
MEDICAL/DENTAL/LIFE INS
PAID ORIENTATION/TRAINING/VACATION
MATCHING 401K RETIREMENT PLAN
Coverage will begin the first day of the month following 60 days of employment
NEXT, GO OVER EQUIPMENT INFO
EQUIPMENT INFO
You’ll be running Freightliner Cascadia’s, all automatic, 2021 or newer. They’ll be governed at 62 mph on pedal and 64 mph on cruise with a PassSmart of 67 mph for 30 minutes per day.
All trucks are assigned and can be taken home for time off. Met Express does not have a place for parking so you may use truck stops, mall parking lots, etc. and any cost for parking is on you.
All trucks are equipped with 1500 watt inverters and Park Smart (which is the same as APU) as well as a refrigerator, flat screen TV and Sirius XM. You will also be provided with an EZ Pass, EFS Fuel Card and Qualcomm with NaviGo Navigation.
Riders and Pets (one dog) allowed from day one. Riders must be a family member who is at least 18 years old and there will be a $5 per week charge.
Cameras are front facing and event only.
NEXT, GO OVER CARRIER INFO
CARRIER INFO
Met Express is an established company founded in 1930. They currently offer Regional, Dry Van routes for Solo Company Drivers.
NEXT, GO OVER ORIENTATION INFO
| Presentation | |
| Sign-On Bonus | None at this time |
| Driver Types | Solo Company Drivers |
| Types of Runs | Regional No further north than lower Maine No further south than VA No further west than OH |
| Type of Freight | Dry Van – Main Accounts; Lowes, Campbell Soup, Walmart, Home Depot, TJX, SAMS, Blue Triton |
| Type of Equipment | Freightliners – Cascadias Sirus XM, Refrigerator, 1500 Watt inverter, Flat Screen TV in truck * Cameras – Front Facing – Event Only |
| Transmission Type | Automatics |
| Average age of tractor | 2021 – 2025 |
| Is truck permanently assigned to the driver? | Yes No slip seat |
| Truck Speed | Pedal: 62 MPH Cruise: 64 MPH Pass Smart: 67 MPH for 30 minutes max per day |
| Can truck be taken home for time off? | Yes Tractor & Trailer Stay together Drivers may park at truck stops, mall parking lots, etc. Met Express does not have a place to park for the Driver *** Please Note that any cost for parking is on the driver, Metropolitan does not pay |
| Is truck equipped with Invertors / APU’s? | Yes – All trucks have 1500 watt inverters Park Smart which is the same as APU – Upgraded new technology |
| % of Drop and Hook | 60% |
| % of No Touch | 100% |
| % are Haz-Mat Loads | 0% |
| Pay Scale (Solo) | $0.68 – $0.71 CPM Average * See Adjusting Pay Scale in their Information Sheet) |
| Type of Driver Pay | Practical Miles |
| When are drivers paid? | Weekly – Friday |
| How are drivers paid? | Direct Deposit Paper check mailed |
| Pay Increase | $0.005 cpm every year |
| Primary Running Areas | See Hiring Map |
| Average Miles per wk. | Regional: 2200 miles |
| Average Length of Haul |
Regional: 100-399 miles |
| Home Time / Days Out | Out 5 days home for 48 break. Will most likely be Sat-Sun but not guaranteed. May need them Saturday mornings or Sunday nights |
| Average Weekly Pay |
Minimum Pay: $1200.00 Can average $1300 – $1450 per week (Gross) * Drivers with a hazmat endorsement will still be paid .10 cents per mile more every time they haul a placarded hazmat load. |
| Driver Vacation Info | 1 week after 1 year 2 weeks after 3 years 3 weeks after 10 years Driver vacation pay is calculated on a 52 week average |
| How is Driver Vacation Calculated? | 100% E-logs |
| EZ Pass provided | Yes |
| Pre-Pass Provided | No |
| Type of Fuel Card | EFS |
| Layover Pay | Yes – Case by case |
| Dock Detention Pay | $15 per hour after 2 hours |
| Drop Pay | $20.00 for in route pick up or delivery other than primary pick up or delivery |
| New York City | No No Driving in 5 boroughs ever |
| Forced Dispatch | Yes |
| Additional Bonuses | Clean DOT inspections pay between $25-$50 |
| Rider Policy | $5 per week for a family member 18 years or older Begins immediately |
| Pet Policy | Starts on day one One pet allowed (Dog only) No deposit |
| Is there 24 hour dispatch? | Yes including weekend dispatch. |
| Does driver have routing / fuel stop flexibility? | Yes – assigned fuel stops and routing No to fuel flexibility |
| Qualcomm Provided | Yes Qualcomm NaviGo Navigation |
| Idle Air Policy | No |
| Max. Idle Air % | Varies |
| Is per diem optional? | Optional – $.10 cpm |
| Paid Orientation | $250 on their first dispatch |
| How long is Orientation | 2.5 Days |
| Orientation is held where? | Bloomsburg, PA |
| What day does Orientation start/end? | Monday – Wednesday Wednesday – Friday |
| Lodging Provided (Where will the driver be staying?) | Yes Motel 6 1 person per room |
| Meals Provided (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner) | Breakfast Lunch |
| Travel Provided (Bus / Plane /Car Rental) | Bus Personal Vehicle – Recruiter or Driver will reimburse for fuel Plane – Recruiter or Driver will be reimbursed * If Driver is flying, they will only need a one way ticket * If Driver is flying, have them fly into Avoca Intl Airport in Wilkes-Barre/Scranton and Metropolitan will pick them up there and bring him to the motel. |
| Insurance Starts When? | PPO – Capitol Blue Cross/Blue Shield Starts after 60 Days of employment |
| Single Non Smoking Cost | $59 per week |
| Family Cost | $107.75 per week |
| Dental Insurance | $3.00 per week – Single $5.75 per week – Family |
| Life Insurance | $15,000 for each driver |
| Vision Insurance | They can get it through Aflac insurance |
| 401K | 401K is available with company match |
ORIENTATION INFO
Orientation will be 2.5 days long, Monday-Wednesday or Wednesday-Friday and will be paid $250 on your first dispatch. Breakfast and lunch will be provided as well as lodging as a single occupancy room at the Motel 6 in Bloomsburg, PA. Travel will be by bus, personal vehicle or plane. If driving you’ll be reimbursed for fuel with valid receipts. If you’re flying you’ll be reimbursed and will only need a one way ticket. You’ll be flying into Avoca Intl Airport in Wilkes-Barre/Scranton and Met Express will pick you up there.
UPON COMPLETION OF THE PRESENTATION, RETURN TO THE CLOSE