NATIONAL CARRIERS

National Carriers is NOT accepting TRAINEES with ANY criminal history at this time.

The following table is general carrier info. Pay attention to the qualifications listed in red at the top of this page for this job’s specific qualifications/requirements

Pre-Qualifications
Minimum Age	At least 21 years of age
Minimum Experience (tractor Trailer/OTR)	TRAINEES MUST possess a CDL and have completion of at least 120 hour school in the past 6 months with NO carrier between school and applying with NCI. CRITERIA FOR BRINGING ON TRAINEES -Good safety record – no preventable accidents or moving violations in a lifetime -Good work record – no long term unemployment and no job hoppers. As a rule, we will work with any student who has 6 or less jobs in last 3 years -NO Criminal history or drug or alcohol violations in a lifetime -Not currently under contract to any carrier -Good attitude. They won’t work with anyone who is making demands on the front end -Reasonable expectations – They get a lot of these folks thinking they are going to make $2k a week. Not feasible *** NCI WILL NOT ACCEPT A TRAINEE THAT WENT TO METROPOLITAN TRUCKING SCHOOL   * See the Trainee tab on the information sheet for details   EXPERIENCED 1 year OTR experience in the last 3 years 6 months experience in the last year is acceptable, but must include completion of a student training program either at any carrier having a known, structured, driving program of at least 120 hours or a certified truck driving school. Requires Certificate of completion OR Contract if subsidized by other carrier. * Local experience does not count * Applicant must be able to read and   speak the English language fluently enough to converse with the general public , understand highway traffic signs and signals, respond to official inquiries and make Entries on reports and records. * Driver cannot be under contract with another carrier.
Moving Violations (max in 3 year period)	No more than three (3) non-serious moving violations within the past year No more than three (3) violations with the past three (3) years
Policy on License suspensions	None in the past 3 years if related to DUI, DWI or any accident or moving violation Suspensions for Child Support or lack of liability insurance OK as long as Driver has proof the issue has been corrected
DOT Recordable Accidents	No more than three (3) preventable, non-reportable accidents within the past three (3) years
Incidents (max in 3 year period)	No more than 3 in the last 3 years
Ticket / Accident / Incident Combo	No more than 3 minor moving violations PLUS 3 minor accidents within the last 3 years. All incidents on DAC and PSP are counted
Maximum Major Moving Violation (in the last 3 years)	None
Major Moving Violations- that are automatic DQ’s	No serious moving violations in the past three (3) years, such as: Violations for reckless or careless driving Violations for hit and run              Violations for leaving the scene of an accident Violations for speeding in excess of fifteen (15) mph over the posted speed limit License suspension or revocation from any state for a driving violation A reportable, preventable accident
Max. Number of Jobs- in the last 3 years	No more than 6 jobs in the past 3 years No more than 2 jobs in the past year
Policy Against Unemployment- even if it is accounted for	Must have documentation to account for all gaps exceeding 180 days Driver declaration OK for anything less than 180 days
Terminated Applicants	Case by case * No terms for safety
Felony Convictions – How old must they be? Based off the conviction date? What are the “silver bullets”?	All case-by case but generally no violent in the past 10 years and no sexual in a lifetime No drug or alcohol conviction in the past 5 years No drug or alcohol convictions involving a CMV lifetime All probation etc (Off Paper) needs to be more than 5 years * Go by conviction date
Misdemeanors- How old must they be? Automatic DQ’s?	No sexual in a lifetime No drug or alcohol conviction in the past 5 years All probation etc (Off Paper) needs to be more than 5 years * Go by conviction date
DUI/DWI- What is the max number and what time frames do they need to fall outside of?	None in the past 5 years No more than 1 in a lifetime A failed alcohol/drug test is a lifetime DQ * Go by conviction date
Is Haz-Mat Required? Is there a grace period for driver to obtain it?	Hazmat is not required, but preferred They will pay for any costs related to acquiring
Reimbursed for Haz-Mat?	Yes, once driver is hired
Haz-Mat Pay Info	$50.00 extra per load
Other Endorsements Required	TWIC is required They will pay for any costs related to acquiring They will help the Driver get it
DOT Physical Requirements	They will accept a current card as long as it has > 6 months remaining before expiration. If not, driver MUST have DOT Physical by NCI at Orientation.
Drug Screening	Urine

MEDICAL, DENTAL, PRESCRIPTION AND LIFE INSURANCE
MATCHING 401K
PAID VACATION, ORIENTAION & TRAINING
INSURANCE AVAILABLE AFTER 90 DAYS/401K AFTER 1 YEAR

NEXT, GO OVER EQUIPMENT INFO

National Carriers was founded in 1968 and has grown into a diversified motor carrier servicing all 48 states.

PRESENTATION
Sign On Bonus	$3000 Sign On Bonus for Experienced Drivers ONLY! $300/month for 10 months First installment paid with orientation pay
Driver Types	Student Trainee / Must have valid CDL Company Solo Dedicated (based on domicile)
Types of Runs	OTR Regional
Type of Freight	Refrigerated
Type of Equipment	2019-2021 Kenworth T-680’s Currently have a fleet of over 800 trucks All Trucks equipped with APU’s, refrigerators, Blue tooth and double bunks * Cameras – Front facing event only
Transmission Type	Automatics Manuals
Average age of tractor	0-3 years old
Is truck permanently assigned to the driver?	Yes, no slip seating
Truck Speed	68 MPH
Can truck be taken home for time off?	Yes
Is truck equipped with Invertors / APU’s?	Yes ThermoKing APU 2500 watt invertor
% of Drop and Hook	50%
% of No Touch	100%
% are Haz-Mat Loads	10%
Trainee Pay Scale (Students)	While completing on road training, student drivers will be paid $100 per day. Up to $700 per week. Student must be on truck and available to work in order to be compensated.
Pay Scale (Solo)	$.50 CPM per mile on ALL dispatched miles (loaded or unloaded) PLUS $.03 CPM average accessorial pay PLUS $.04 CPM bonus potential. Bonus is paid quarterly. Totals up to $.57 CPM to start. Plus $.01 CPM increase at 6 months, 12 months, then at the 2,3,5, and 7 year anniversaries.
Pay Scale (Team)	$.58 per mile split + $.03 CPM average accessorial pay PLUS $.04 CPM bonus potential. Bonus is paid quarterly. Totals up to $.65 CPM. Plus $.02 CPM increase at 6 months, 12 months, then at the 2,3,5, and 7 year anniversaries.
Type of Driver Pay	Household Mover Guide
When are drivers paid?	Company Drivers and Students are paid every Friday
How are drivers paid?	Direct Deposit
Pay Increase	6 & 12 month anniversary, then at 2,3,5 and 7 year anniversaries
Primary Running Areas	See job info pages
Average Miles per wk.	OTR: 2600-2800 miles per week Regional: 2200 – 2400 miles per week Team: 4500 – 5000 miles per week
Average Length of Haul	OTR: 750 miles Regional: 400 miles
Home Time / Days Out	1 day off for every 6 days out (up to a maximum of 4 days) OTR: Out 3-4 weeks Regional: Out 10-14 days Dedicated – through the house weekly, 2 days off every 10-14 days
Average Weekly Pay	$1200.00 – $1400.00 + Gross Earnings per Week Average Regional Drivers will run fewer miles but have a higher assessorial due to more multi-stop loads. OTR Drivers will have higher miles and fewer stops.
Driver Vacation Info	After 1 year of service, the Driver is eligible for 5 days of paid vacation After 5 years of service, the driver is eligible for 10 days of paid vacation and is eligible to take a pay-out option place of the actual time off
How is Driver Vacation Calculated?	Tenure Paid based on 52 week average earnings
EZ Pass provided	Yes
Pre-Pass Provided	Yes
Toll Cards Provided (Which toll cards?)	All tolls paid for company drivers
Type of Fuel Card	Com Data
Layover Pay	$10.00 per hour, not to exceed $50.00 for 24 hours
Dock Detention Pay	Starts after 2 hours; $10.00 per hour after 2 hours, paid automatically IF driver arrives at or prior to scheduled pick-up delivery time
Multi-Stop Pay	$20.00 per stop, excluding first and last stop
New York City	N/A
Safety Bonus	$50 for clean Level 3 road side inspection
Rider Policy	Yes; Starts day 1 $130.00 per year Year runs February-January (Must renew each year) Must be over 5 years old *** Trainees are required to be in a truck (by themselves) for the 1st 90 days after they get off the trainers truck
Pet Policy	Yes; Pets under 40 lbs Dogs only, no Cats $500.00 per pet (Non-Refundable) Can pay $100.00 per week until paid in full
Is there 24 hour dispatch?	Yes: 24/7
Does driver have routing / fuel stop flexibility?	Routing and fuel solution are mandatory
Qualcomm Provided	OBC is through Blue Tree
Idle Air Policy	Tractors with APU goal 10%
Max. Idle Air %	APU – <10%
Is per diem optional?	Yes
Paid Orientation	Yes – $250 for 3 days
How long is Orientation	3 days long
Orientation is held where?	Irving, TX
What day does orientation start / end?	Typically Monday – Wednesday, but can start as late as Wednesday of each week and completed by Friday
Lodging Provided (Where will the driver be staying?)	Yes; Single Rooms LaQuinta South, Irving, TX
Meals Provided (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)	Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Travel Provided (Bus / Plane /Car Rental)	Air Travel is provided at no cost to the driver. Rental car provided if available in lieu of air fare.
Insurance Starts When?	After 90 days of employment
Single Non Smoking Cost per week	$40.00 per week
Family Non Smoking Cost per week	$110.00 per week
Single Smoking Cost per week	$50.00 per week
Family Smoking Cost per week	$120.00 per week
Vision Insurance	Included in weekly cost above
Life Insurance	$25k Policy Employee Only: $2 per week. Employee + Spouse ($10k) + Children ($5k) = $3 per week  $50k Policy Employee Only: $4 per week. Employee + Spouse ($10k) + Children ($5k) = $5 per week  $100k Policy  Employee Only: $8 per week. Employee + Spouse ($10k) + Children ($5k) = $9 per week
401 (k) Retirement Plan	Eligible after 1 year of employment NCI matches up to $.25 of each dollar contributed (up to 3%)

NEXT, GO OVER ORIENTATION INFO

“Orientation is in Irving, TX, and lasts for 3 days. It typically starts on Mondays, but can start as late as Wednesday of each week, and completed by Friday. Orientation pay is $250 for the three days.

“Single room lodging is provided at:

LAQUINTA SOUTH
4105 W AIRPORT FWY
IRVING, TX 75062

“Breakfast, lunch, and dinner will be provided. Air travel is also provided at no cost to you. A rental car can be provided in lieu of air fare.”

WEEKEND EMERGENCY INFORMATION:

STEP 1:
CONFIRM THE DRIVER HAS RECEIVED THEIR ORIENTATION INFORMATION BY 5:00 p.m. EST ON FRIDAYS!
MAKE SURE THE DRIVER IS CHECKING THEIR SPAM IN THEIR EMAIL!

STEP 2:
IN THE EVEN OF AN EMERGENCY OVER THE WEEKEND, PLEASE HAVE THE DRIVER CALL THEIR RECRUITER, WHICH WAS GIVEN TO THEM IN THE ORIENTATION INFORMATION.
MAKE SURE THE DRIVER LEAVES A MESSAGE AND THEIR CONTACT INFO!

USE CODE ‘CREORT’ IN MAPPING FOR ORIENTATION LOCATIONS

UPON COMPLETION OF THE PRESENTATION, RETURN TO THE CLOSE