QUALIFICATIONS
The following table is general carrier info. Pay attention to the qualifications listed in red on the job info page for that job’s specific qualifications/requirements
| Pre-Qualifications | |
| Minimum Age | 21 |
| Minimum Experience (tractor Trailer/OTR) | 3 Months in the last year of recent T/T experience 6 months in the last year of recent T/T experience for the Non-Union Romulus – Chicago positions * As long as the years worked is greater than the time off they will consider the Driver’s application * Training does not count * Local experience will count * Will accept military experience if they have a DD214 proving the experience |
| Moving Violations (max in 3 year period) | No more than 6 points on MVR (Michigan Points scale, see info file for breakdown) |
| DOT Recordable Accidents | No Rollovers in last 5 years (At Fault) |
| 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 safety terms from last job |
| Felony Convictions – How old must they be? Based off the conviction date? What are the “silver bullets”? |
All reviewable (strong focus on theft, drugs and violent crimes) |
| Misdemeanors- How old must they be? Automatic DQ’s? |
All reviewable (strong focus on theft, drugs and violent crimes) |
| DUI/DWI- What is the max number and what time frames do they need to fall outside of? |
No DUI’s in the last 5 years |
| Is Haz-Mat Required? Is there a grace period for driver to obtain it? |
No |
| Reimbursed for Haz-Mat? | NA |
| Haz-Mat Pay Info | NA |
| Other Endorsements Required | NA |
| Long Form Physical Required Up Front? | Yes |
| Drug Testing | Urine |
| Other Automatic DQ’s. | No failed drug tests |
BENEFITS
FULL UNION BENEFITS PACKAGE (CHEROKEE)
401K RETIREMENT PLAN
Benefits include:
Competitive Salary
Medical, dental, life and disability insurance
401(k) plan
Flexible spending plan
Paid time off
Promotion from within
U-SAV Program – Discounts on Fuel, Cell Phones, Hotels & Much More.
NEXT, GO OVER EQUIPMENT INFO
EQUIPMENT INFO
You’ll be running late model tractors, 2 years old or less with manual and some automatic transmissions. So an auto restriction will be accepted if there are automatics available. Top speed is governed at 63 mph.
The trucks do not have APU’s or cameras and are not assigned. So slip seat is the only option.
Riders and Pets are NOT allowed.
NEXT, GO OVER CARRIER INFO
CARRIER INFO
Universal Logistics is a well established company, founded in 1932 and based out of Michigan. They currently offer Regional and Local Shuttle routes for company solo drivers delivering dry van freight. Hauling for Ford and FCA plants in the area.
| Presentation | |
| Sign-On Bonus | None at this time |
| Driver Types | Company Solo |
| Hiring Area | See Information Sheet |
| Types of Runs | Local Shuttle Runs Regional |
| Type of Freight | Dry van 48′ and 53’s They are hauling for Ford and FCA plants in the area |
| Type of Equipment | Late model tractors (Autos) * No cameras in trucks |
| Transmission Type | Manuals, some autos Will take a Driver with an automatic restriction if there is an automatic available |
| Average age of tractor | 2 years |
| Governed Speed | 63 mph |
| Is truck permanently assigned to the driver? | Slip Seat |
| Can truck be taken home for time off? | No |
| Is truck equipped with Invertors / APU’s? | NA |
| % of Drop and Hook | 99% |
| % of No Touch | 99% |
| % are Haz-Mat Loads | 0% |
| Union Information | Name of Union – The Union is Teamsters 299 Probation period is 120 days After 120 days, Drivers are in the union Union dues are $40.00 per month |
| Pay Scale (Solo) | See Info Sheet |
| Type of Driver Pay | Local – Hourly or Daily Regional – Per Mile |
| When are drivers paid? | Weekly |
| Primary Running Areas | See Information Sheet |
| Average Miles per wk. | 50-60 hours per week |
| Average Length of Haul | 10 miles |
| Home Time / Days Out | See Information Sheet |
| Average Weekly Pay | 1000-1100 per week |
| Rider Policy | No |
| Pet Policy | No |
| Paid Orientation | Yes, depends on starting wage |
| How long is Orientation | 1 day |
| Orientation is held where? | At Detroit Terminal |
| What day does orientation start / end? | Any |
| Type of drug test? | Urine |
| Lodging Provided (Where will the driver be staying?) | No |
| Meals Provided (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner) | No |
| Travel Provided (Bus / Plane /Car Rental) | No |
| Benefits Information | Full Union Benefits package Cherokee |
ORIENTATION INFO
Orientation will be 1 day long and held in Detroit, MI. It will be paid depending on starting wage. Lodging, travel and meals not provided.
UPON COMPLETION OF THE PRESENTATION, RETURN TO THE CLOSE