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Melton Truck Lines, a 2021 Military Friendly® Employer, conducted a driver wide survey which found an increase in tarp pay would be the most meaningful pay increase. This new tarp pay will take effect on February 2nd, 2021, and will impact their existing and future drivers.
Vice President of Safety and Human Resources, Lisa Mason, said, “We are excited to announce this pay increase because our drivers deserve it! Tarping is the most strenuous part of our job, and we want our drivers to be rewarded for it. This tarp pay increase is in response to the many surveys we’ve seen and driver conversations saying a tarp pay increase would be the most meaningful pay increase. There is not another carrier out there that rewards their drivers with this amount of money for tarping, and it’s because of our driver’s efforts that allow this significant change to happen.”
Over the last 67 years in business, Melton Truck Lines has a proven track record as an industry leader in pay. After doubling their tarp pay to $100 per load, this increased compensation translates to an additional $10,000 or more annually for all drivers, new or experienced.
Founded in 1954, Melton Truck Lines has grown to be a premier flatbed company, employing over 1,350 of the best professional drivers available. The company continues to convey an attitude and feeling of family. The gleaming fleet of new, blue Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks proudly serves customers from coast-to-coast and strives to remain ahead of the competition with top-notch drivers, customer service, and safety programs as well as state-of-the-art equipment and communications techniques.
TransAm Trucking, Inc. recently announced a three cent-per-mile rate increase for both existing and new Independent Contractors. Independent Contractors with TransAm Trucking will now start at $1.07 per-mile loaded & empty. TransAm also recently implemented an accelerated rate increase for Independent Contractors with an increase of five cents-per-mile after the completion of six months of continuous service. Within six months, drivers’ businesses could be earning $1.12 per mile loaded & empty. This is on top of the many other business earnings bonus opportunities that TransAm offers their Independent Contractors. 
“We are thrilled to implement a rate increase for those Owner-Operators who choose to contract their business with us,” said Pamela Caraway, Director of Recruiting at TransAm Trucking. “This is a well-deserved rate increase that recognizes drivers for their dedication and service.”
TransAm Trucking, Inc. was founded in 1987 and operates a fleet of over 1,000 tractors and over 1,900 trailers out of its headquarters in Olathe, Kansas. TransAm also maintains fully-staffed terminals in Rockwall, Texas and Tampa, Florida. TransAm Trucking offers over-the-road, regional, dedicated, and local driving positions.
CRST The Transportation Solution, Inc. has announced the largest increase to its team driver pay package in company history. Aimed at achieving industry-leading pay, this change will increase CRST’s team over the road driver base earnings by over 30%.
Effective May 2nd, 2021, this pay increase will focus on ensuring that every over the road driver in the team fleet has a strong compensation package that grows quickly to match their experience and expertise. Experienced drivers can expect to earn $.60 CPM or more, and can quickly grow these earnings to $.85 CPM. In addition, new CDL holders will earn four increases within their first year, aggressively growing their base earnings by over 60% during this time, with eligibility to more than double their earnings after the first year.
“Our success starts with our drivers—they are fundamental to everything we do, and we are proud that our new pay package vaults CRST into the top tier of companies across the industry. Our drivers make us a leader in transportation and logistics, and they should get paid what they deserve.” said CRST's President & CEO Hugh Ekberg. 
In addition to this significant driver pay increase, the CRST team over the road division continues to make program changes to increase driver career satisfaction. In 2020, they announced weekly home time opportunities, which are now available in 25 major markets across the US. The Health Sciences over the road fleet, known for their special handling of life saving medicines and the COVID vaccine, recently announced a pay increase that brings earning potential beyond $.80 CPM.
Across all divisions, CRST is offering many of their driving partners the option to choose increased home time packages, dedicated routes, and career opportunities as independent contractors. Professional drivers, at any stage of their career, can find the driving position and the support they deserve, for a long-term career at CRST.
Roehl Transport will increase truck driver pay for a second time this year. These increases will add between $4,000 - $6,000 or more to most company drivers’ annual pay. The pay increases will be effective May 24th and apply to company drivers in Roehl’s Refrigerated, Flatbed, Van, Curtainside, and Dedicated Divisions.
“Because we’ve been adding driving teammates and winning new lanes from customers, we’re able increase our driving teammates’ pay,” said CEO Rick Roehl. “Our drivers are leaders in pay, productivity and safety, and our second increase in compensation reflects our commitment to Driver Success.”
Roehl’s Accident-Free Pay increase was effective in February. At that time, the company also announced a significant increase in home daily trucking jobs. Unlike most local trucking jobs, Roehl’s home daily jobs offer regional pay plans so Roehl drivers get a great combination of more pay and more home time.
The company is also increasing owner operator and lease operator compensation. On top of an excellent sliding mileage compensation package, owner operators and lease operators who partner with Roehl get B.O.S.S. benefits that include business advisors, a top fuel surcharge program as well as additional support.
As one of North America’s largest, safest and most successful trucking companies, Roehl Transport provides flawless transportation services to customers across the United States. The company employs experienced truck drivers and offers paid CDL training for people who want to be truck drivers with a variety of fleet and home time options such as national, regional and dedicated positions. More than half of Roehl drivers are home at least every week. The company also offers a lease purchase program for those who want to own their own trucking business.
National Carriers, Inc. named Eugenio (Gene) Solis as 2020 Driver of the Year during a teleconference with 2020’s eleven other Driver of the Month award recipients. The award recognizes the driver who excels in three core categories: customer service, safety, and attitude.
Gene entered the running by winning National Carriers’ Driver of the Month back in back in July, 2020. Gene is a National Carriers company driver who transports frozen products throughout the United States. He currently lives in Corpus Christi, Texas. He joined National Carriers in May of 2018. Upon being named, Gene was presented a check for $10,000 among other Driver of the Year gifts.
“Every year, all of our Drivers of the Month are deserving to win this prestigious award. But there can only be one winner. Gene Solis is the consummate professional Driver. He is safe, productive and always willing to lend a hand.
We are proud of all our professional drivers, but Gene is truly the 'Elite' of the 'Elite Fleet'," proclaimed Jim Franck, President of National Carriers, Inc.
National Carriers is a diversified motor carrier servicing all forty-eight states in the continental United States with transportation offerings that include refrigerated, livestock, and logistics services. Established in 1968, National Carriers®, is one of the nation's oldest, most respected, and safest carriers. NCI delivers everything you’d expect from an elite carrier! Rewarding careers are available to owner operators as well as company drivers, both regional and OTR routes, for those who qualify. At National Carriers, a “family atmosphere” is more than a smiling face.
National Carriers, Inc. has named Drivers of the Month for the fourth quarter of 2021. Bob Boldra, Chris Creech, and Kenneth Covington have each been named as recipients of a $1,000 bonus and are now finalists for 2021 Driver of the Year. The winner will be named during a banquet in Arlington, TX this April at the Bob Duncan Center.
Spokesman Ed Kentner expressed the appreciation National Carriers feels for each driver. “These three dedicated drivers are leaders in our fleet. They go above and beyond expectations concerning safety, customers service, and maintaining our company reputation. We are delighted to recognized them as the elite of our fleet.”
Former high school coach and teacher, Robert “Bob” Boldra. Jr., was recognized as October Driver of the Month. A native Kansan, Boldra is quickly approaching his fifth anniversary with the “Elite” fleet. He is a company driver operating within the Hide division where he delivers cattle hides from beef processing plants in southwest Kansas to a tannery in northwest Missouri.
Company driver Christopher “Chris” Creech was chosen as the November Driver of the Month. The Missourian has driven for National Carriers since December of 2016. Working on a dedicated customer account within the Midwest states, Creech hauls refrigerated freight.
Kenneth Covington was recognized as December Driver of the Month. A lease owner-operator, Covington makes his home in Tennessee. Joining the “Elite” fleet in August of 2009, he transports refrigerated products for National Elite Transportation. Nearing two million safe miles with National Carriers, this marks the second time in his career he has been a finalist for Driver of the Year.
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National Carriers is a diversified motor carrier servicing all 48 states in the continental United States with transportation offerings which include refrigerated, livestock, and logistics services. At National Carriers, our mission is "to be the safest, most customer-focused, and successful motor carrier in our class."
National Carriers, Inc. has named Craig Petty as their January Driver of the Month.
“Craig personifies the ‘Elite Fleet’ with his professionalism and safety. We are all proud of what he has accomplished,” said NCI President Jim Franck.
As January’s Driver of the Month, he will receive a $1000 award and is now a finalist for the 2022 Driver of the Year contest which earns the winner a $10,000 bonus.
Petty is quickly approaching his eighth year driving at National Carriers. He provides dedicated service to customers within the state of Texas.
In response to being recognized for his efforts, Petty shared, “I was blown away when I was notified! I work hard, but I never thought I would have a chance of being named Driver of the Month. I appreciate the recognition from the management team. When I called my wife, she was so excited. From top to bottom, National Carriers is one big family. Our company is a well-oiled machine. If you have a problem with anything you can talk to someone in the office or shop and they will help. I believe if you enjoy what you do, you will never work a day in your life. And I enjoy what I do each day.”
About National Carriers, Inc.
National Carriers is a diversified motor carrier servicing all 48 states in the continental United States with transportation offerings that include refrigerated, livestock, and logistics services. At National Carriers, our mission is "to be the safest, most customer-focused, and successful motor carrier in our class."
Being part of the Elite Fleet® means enjoying a career worthy of your skills and commitment to excellence. We believe long-term success is waiting for you at National Carriers®, one of the nation's oldest, most respected, and successful carriers. Learn about our exciting opportunities for owner operators as well as company drivers. If you are interested in leasing a truck, National Carriers® Leasing Division is the ideal partner to help you get started.
National Carriers, Inc. has named Mindy Parson as May Driver of the Month and Derius Jordan as June Driver of the Month.
Irving, TX, For Immediate Release - National Carriers, Inc. has named Mindy Parson as May Driver of the Month and Derius Jordan as June Driver of the Month. Both have received a one thousand dollar bonus and are now eligible to be named 2022 Driver of the Year. The Driver of the Year will receive an additional ten thousand dollar bonus.
Director of Media, Ed Kentner expounded, “Both Mindy and Derius perform their job at a high level. Putting the motoring public’s safety first, each has achieved our highest rating in customer service. It is work ethic such as this that allows our company to live up to the name the ‘Elite’ fleet.”
After eleven years as an administrative assistant in an auto part manufacturing plant, Parson was a victim of corporate downsizing. As a single parent of grown children, she felt the call to do something completely different in the workforce. The state of Tennessee offered grants for displaced workers, one of which provided for Class A CDL training. With the desire to explore the country combined with the thought of solitude without a boss looking over her shoulder, she eagerly enrolled. Once she completed her schooling, she combed through online advertising to find the right trucking company for her.
“I chose National Carriers, because they offered paid training and it felt like they had a family-oriented workplace. Once I was trained, I got my own truck and traveled the country. Over time a dedicated route near my home became available and I signed up for it. I drive six to seven days a week regionally. I am very happy with my work situation,” shared Parson.
Derius Jordan also joined National Carriers as a trainee. A friend had recommended that he call National Carriers and apply.
“NCI was the first company I called. Recruiter Dena Moore immediately made me feel comfortable. My trainer taught me the ins and outs of the business during our time together. After operating a company truck for several months my driver manager helped me get into the truck leasing program. The lease is great. I stay out four to six weeks at a time. While working here I have found that everyone talks to everyone and you can speak to the management if you have a problem. No one bothers me if I don’t bother them,” he explained.
About National Carriers, Inc.
National Carriers is a diversified motor carrier servicing all 48 states in the continental United States with transportation offerings which include refrigerated, livestock, and logistics services. At National Carriers, our mission is "to be the safest, most customer-focused, and successful motor carrier in our class."
Being part of the Elite Fleet® means enjoying a career worthy of your skills and commitment to excellence. We believe long-term success is waiting for you at National Carriers®, one of the nation's oldest, most respected, and successful carriers. Learn about our exciting opportunities for owner operators as well as company drivers. If you are interested in leasing a truck, National Carriers® Leasing Division is the ideal partner to help you get started.
Bay & Bay Transportation just gave drivers a great reason to both join the company and stay for the long haul.
Company leadership recently announced a driver pay increase effective December 7th that will provide great reward to both current and new drivers to Bay & Bay. Experienced drivers joining the carrier will now start at up to 0.58 cents/mile, while existing company drivers’ pay has been increased by 0.04 cents/mile across the fleet. Bay & Bay also has one of the top sign and drive lease to own opportunities in trucking! Lease drivers start at 70% of the revenue on the load and new/late model equipment is available (lease trucks are governed at 75 MPH).
In addition to the higher pay per mile, Bay & Bay is offering a $10,000 sign-on bonus for all company drivers joining its fleet.*
“Our drivers are the heartbeat of our organization,” said Sam Anderson, President and CEO. “We have seen over the past months how important our drivers are to keeping America open for business. It’s critical to offer a compensation package that makes this a career, not just a job.”
Known for its culture of strong values and safe working environment, Bay & Bay invites local and OTR drivers to become part of a 79-year tradition of excellence.
“Pay is just one piece of what we have to offer at Bay & Bay,” said Michael Blair, Driver Recruitment Manager. “Drivers also enjoy our state-of-the art facilities, modern equipment, and family culture. We can get you home and help make sure your family comes first.”
Bay & Bay’s respect for drivers shows up in their safety conscious culture, which led the Truckload Carriers Association to recognize Bay & Bay as the Safest Fleet by the for Division IV (25–49.99 million miles). Bay & Bay’s level of safety remains the gold standard in trucking.
Not only is the government (partially) shut down, but now a caravan of truck drivers is looking to shut down traffic around Washington, D.C. -- as part of a bizarre protest against things that are "destroying America."
The group, Truckers Ride for the Constitution, is trying to attract participants for a demonstration on the Capital Beltway starting this Friday.
"Truck drivers will not haul freight! ... Truckers will lead the path to saving our country if every American rides with them!" the group's Facebook page, which had more than 57,000 "likes" as of Tuesday morning, declares.
The truckers reportedly plan to clog the Beltway by driving "three lanes deep" for three days.
So just what do they want?
Their list of grievances is apparently quite long.
According to a report in The Hill, the drivers are complaining about wages, gas prices and federal regulations on their industry. They're also not too chuffed about the debt or the National Security Agency's surveillance practices.
Earl Conlon, who claimed to speak for the group despite other truckers later challenging him, also told U.S. News & World Report that they seek the arrest of members of Congress who have "violated their oath of office."
"We want these people arrested, and we're coming in with the grand jury to do it," he said.
Conlon, though, said the drivers' beef has to do with support for arming Al Qaeda-tied members of the Syrian opposition.
And good luck to anyone trying to pass the protesting truck drivers. Conlon said commuters who want to pass must have a sticker on their window supporting the group.
"It's going to be real fun for anyone who is not a supporter," Conlon told U.S. News & World Report. "If cops decide to give us a hard time, we're going to lock the brakes up, we're going to stop right there, we're going to be a three lane roadblock."
But trucker Greg Ellis, a supporter of the campaign, said Conlon does not speak for them and disputed the claim that anybody would try to arrest officials.
"Nobody is going to try to effect an arrest on congressmen or anything like that," he told FoxNews.com, describing the plans as "peaceful."
The Facebook page for the group, after the article was published, said Conlon "has no authority" to speak on behalf of RideForTheConstitution.org. Without specifying, the statement said the organization did not want to be associated "with anything that is unlawful."
Asked to clarify the purpose of the event, spokesman Peter Santilli told FoxNews.com on Tuesday: "One of our demands is NON-NEGOTIABLE: President Obama must be removed from office for crimes against the United States and all unconstitutional executive orders nullified. How that is accomplished legally is for the legal and constitutional experts to determine."
