Disclaimer: Smith training is a safety course aimed towards enhancing your awareness. You'll be asked to describe what's in front of you and what's ahead of you, signs, pedestrians, etc... you'll also be requested to remain in the center lane while leaving space between yourself and the vehicle in front to always leave yourself an out. The test is performed within a passenger shuttle van, though some companies may place you in an actual truck with a trainer. Once you complete the course, request a form stating you passed the Smith training and send it to your insurance company, I believe your insurance should see a 5-10% discount due to taking a driving safety course.
Werner is an excellent company. You went through Allentown, which is tied with Indy as the worst terminal in the fleet. (It’s old and they’ve been talking about trying to get it rebuilt/renovated). Joliet, Atlanta, Omaha, etc are amazingly nice and have great hotels. Werner pays $650 a week during training, even if you’re waiting for a trainer in the hotel. That will cover your food costs. Also, you can do multiple CBTs at one time. Use multiple devices and you can do different ones at the same time.
Haha I just experienced part of the Werner Enterprises last week. I was in Allentown Pennsylvania. Stood at the Ramada. Some pros and cons with Covid-19. Con no complentary breakfast, pro no roommates. I drove up with a rental car from Massachusetts. A 5 hour commute became a 10 hour commute due to the massive snow storm. I got stuck in snow twice. The Ramada wasn't plowed. Two young guys helped pull me out and bring me to the hotel. Allentown was slammed with 2 feet of snow!! I was sent home because of my medications. Werner put me on a medical leave for 30 days. My primary physician has been playing patty cake with Werners DOT physician. The simulator gave me crazy nausea. Being the trucks were yet to be plowed out. We had to improvise; we did the pre-trip and in cab on simulator. They eventually were able to get the trucks plowed out and allowed us to complete our backing, 90 degree angle, and offset test. Mike Berg and Perry were really cool instructors. If I would to go back Safety explained I would've to take a greyhound bus. HELL NA!! I will never take a greyhound bus ever again!! If I take a rental they will only reimburse the amount of the bus fair. Time will tell.
Please "Like" the video if you found it helpful so that UA-cam can recommend it to others who are looking to join Werner Enterprise. Thanks in advance.
My orientation was at the Omaha terminal. No breakfast at the hotel, the class was very disorganized and taught by an instructor who never drove, out drug tests were delayed till the next week. It was a mess. I came on as an experienced driver, and was promised a sign on bonus. Never got it and my driver leader didn’t care to help. They gave me a truck that was wrecked and the interior was trashed with pet damage, my driver leader didn’t care to help. After having driven for the orange company, Werner has been a huge disappointment.
I'm not surprised. Word from friends that are dying to leave Werner have told me a truck driver that only has 2-3 months was made instructor at the Allentown, PA terminal (apparently he walks around pretending to be a veteran driver). The truck I was assigned smelled like an ashtray. I sprayed it down with "Keep Out" animal odor eliminator and the smell surprisingly went away after a week. I gotta get on top of my content creating and make an official Werner Review video.
2021 Disclaimer: Due to Covid-19, you will not receive a roomate and the cafeteria will no longer serve breakfast in the morning. (Information received from student drivers joining Werner Enterprise, Ramada Inn, Allentown, PA).
I never got hair removed from my head, but seeing how much hair is required, I wouldn't let them touch my head hair if you have a short haircut. If you have long hair, you should be okay. The research I have done states the test can only retrieve your past 3 months.
Thanks for all of the helpful information. I to will be attending Roadmaster Truck Driving school for Werner in Georgia. I was wondering if you knew how much is their tution if you want to pay out of pocket.
I attended New England Tractor Trailer Training School, I don't have an answer. I can say though, I left Werner Enterprise and have plans of joining Crete Carrier which has a pretty good reputation. I'll put it to the test and upload personal feedback to my channel in the future. What I can say is this, if you plan to work for Werner, don't concern yourself with "How much I have to pay for school", Werner has a tuition reimbursement program for individuals whom attended a truck training school. After your first month with Werner, they'll begin to pay you $250 per month towards your tuition reimbursement until your debt is paid.
Do u gotta get your own D.O.T. Physical done before going or do hey do that for you? And is it difficult? I'm not worried about drug test cuz I don't do no drugs
The company you join will either set an appointment with you over the phone (so you could get it done locally in your home town) or if their a big company they will have you tested during orietation. Every new company you join will issue you a new medical card. The payment for the medical card and appointment is paid by the company.
@@katieperkins04 I won't have the time to create the video. I'll share a few recommendations. Work Preperation: Travel Bag 6 days worth of work clothes, 4 Days worth of go out clothes (If you're planning to check the city out, party or check out the mall across the street from Ramada Inn if you go to Allentown PA), Bedding bring Twin Size bed covering, covers and Pillow, I highly suggest a cushion to place over the mattress in the truck when you go out for training. Conditioning be prepared to be away from home for almost 2 months, sleeping in a truck is an adjustment which will cause fatigue and stress at the start of your training until you adjust. Boundaries check people when necessary, (Example: My trainer was playing Football over the radio, I politely asked him if he had headphones, that I really dislike listening to sports, news or religious things; he respected what I said and never turned the radio on for sports), Lastly, protect your license at all times, if you don't like a situation or are concerned about safety, stop the truck and switch seats with your trainer. Your Trainer or Fleet manager has no power to fire you, don't let them bully you into doing something you're concerned about.
Even if you have experience you still have to complete classroom training. Technically, classroom training = orientation. I believe there were adjustments made for experience drivers, a few shortcuts, but that's about it. No experience means you'll receive the full virtual and hands on training.
3 months back. Suppose to be more efficient than Urine Sample. Careful if you aren't sure. Word is if you test positive, Werner will feel as though you've wasted their time and they'll make sure to share the results with all other trucking companies.
@@chefteddibo220 There are "Hair Follicle" home kit test you can purchase and perform on yourself. Disclaimer: The test also detects misuse of prescription medication. Being a person that sweats a lot can cause inconclusive results delaying your training date further back.
I worked for Werner, briefly, in 2006. At the time they had more drivers than they did trucks. When you finished orientation you went on to a waiting list to get a truck and for every day they didn't have one for you you were paid 50 bucks. Didn't make any sense to me because despite not having the trucks they were still having orientation every single week so there were some who had been waiting a few weeks and others that had been waiting a few days
Can you take your personal vehicle there instead of a rental or bus? If so, would there be a safe place to park it while out on the road with your trainer?
I explain the pro's and con's in a video called, "Werner Orientation Money Hacks"; I recommend reading the comment disclaimer considering recent changes based on Covid-19 policies. The answer to your question is Yes & No. The hotel has space to park, their terminal where you must go every morning doesn't have space. The only reason I would recommend a personal vehicle is if you have an Uber or Lyft account and plan to collect extra money on top of orientation money. If you take your personal vehicle (DON'T TELL ANYONE), simply save your gas receipts and claim a friend, wife or gf dropped you off and request a refund on the gas receipts (If anyone finds out you brought your personal vehicle you won't get a refund). There are complications. Not everyone comes back to the same terminal where they received orientation after training, (you may have to coordinate with your trainer before your training ends to find a way to get you back to the terminal, that's assuming you receive a cooperative trainer) otherwise you'll have to figure out a strategy for picking up your vehicle. (I'll have to make an updated version of "Money Hack" for drivers that are starting now).
Personally I downloaded an app called, "DMV GENIE", studied and paid $5 Air Brakes, $5 Combinations, $10 General Knowledge at the DMV, received my golden rods and turn them in to receive a permit. I went directly to NETTTS New England Tractor Trailer Training School. When you receive help from companies to receive a permit and license, you'll likely be required to sign a contract that will feel as though you're getting a bargain, but will later realize you're stuck receiving below minimum wage for 1-2yrs depending on your contract. If you break the contract due to poor treatment and being overworked (which will likely happen), you must pay them back for every penny for them training you. I once spoke with a roomate that stated his license was paid through an unemployment agency and he doesn't have to pay them back (possibly something to look into before paying out of pocket or taking a government loan). Also, if you pay for school, WERNER has a tuition reimbursement program that will pay $250 after your first month, every month until your school tuition is paid.
I highly recommend to either find out if your state would pay for your trucking license through unemployment agencies or if you are eligible for financial aid if you can't pay up front. It's a lot better to owe student loan money than to get caught up in a bind with a company contract. When you do a contract with a company, you'll get paid less, and you'll get the worst runs.
@@intuitivebreach8969 I already have my CDL. I got it via Roadmaster with and got pre hired by Werner starting in a few days. My question was more about the orientation itself. Will you actually get driving practice in orientation?
@@LinwoodPowell Oh, I see. The only practice driving during orientation will be the "Smith Training" otherwise you'll watch a series of videos in a question answer format. When you complete the videos, drug test, etc... you'll be kept on stand by at the hotel until you're assigned a trainer and your trainer reaches out. When you're finally in your trainers truck, that's when you'll eventually begin driving. (Werner requires you to watch your trainer drive for a certain amount of time. Some trainers may have you drive from the moment you enter their truck due to sleep deprivation; it happens almost all the time, the trainer is expected to pick up a load, drop a load and go out of their way to also pick you up, leaving them almost too tired to watch their new trainee drive. Thankfully the sleep deprivation issue only happens on their first day; they may fall asleep on the passenger seat or may retreat to their bunk bed once they feel like, "Yeah, he's driving well, I can take an hour or two of sleep; he is on the highway after all". Most trainee and veteran accidents happen in the city or in the parking lot when you're backing.
I worked @Werner with dry vans, then @Eastern Freight Ways with flat beds, I then left the industry. Working for someone should always be a temporary pursuit, and working for yourself the end goal (from a financial stand point of course --- I much prefer to look beyond the material and towards the spiritual.) Hbu?
@@intuitivebreach8969 Man you are definitely on the right path , I think similar as well , thanks for replying and sharing. I’m at the beginning stages of trying to decide if this is going to work for me , my understanding is ; get the license , get experience and move on. Werner did reach out to me that they are willing to reimburse me afterwards which sounds tempting as long as it doesn’t come with an attachment situation than why not . I tried to stay positive about this decision, but so much negative surrounds the trucking industry lately, I tried not get to me but not going to lie it’s hard sometimes to ignore. Again thanks for sharing and wish you the best in life.
@@dennisperez2799 Are you doing Roadmaster's with them or reimburse for something else? The trucking industry has it's ups and downs, imo though it was one of the best jobs I have ever done (especially because as long as you have a clean record, you'll go striaght to orientation opposed to an interview where you cross your fingers and hope you're picked for the job --- with a trucking license companies will spam you with emails in hopes that you come work for them). I would spend the majority of my 11hr drives listening to audiobooks; it felt like I was getting paid to learn. I'll admit though, you do have to keep a close eye on almost every single paycheck regardless of company. (PS: When I worked for Werner I made between $900-1000 per week, when I worked at Eastern Freightways I made between $1200-1500 per week --- when I worked for Eastern they paid 48-51cpm per mile and when I left it was raised to 65cpm).
That depends. No matter the company, if you've never done a particular task; you'll be placed with a trainer for at least 1-3 weeks. In my case with Werner, I had OTR experience during training, passed training and because it was a Family Dollar acc, I had to be trained for 1wk. For my current company, I didn't have Flatbed Experience so I was force to train for 3wks, although I had 7months of Regional Experience. If you have OTR experience and apply for an OTR position, you won't be required to have training. (PS: Switching to a local Reefer Hauling company will require Reefer Training 1-3wks and Evaluation before you're sent out Solo).
It depends if you have short hair or long hair. People with long head hair can easily donate, but people with short head hair... Let's just say the person cutting your hair isn't a barber and will likely rush the process. (Extra Information: The hair follicle exam goes back up to 90 days. Body weight also plays a role, because drugs will remain in the person's system for a longer period of time if the person is overweight. Overweight = takes longer for the body to remove all traces. The person in shape or skinny will process drugs out of their body the fastest.) I personally didn't want them messing up my fresh haircut. I'll admit though, I did go to Little Sal's Pizza during Orientation with a date, and the owner decided to offer us free red wine🍷 (still to this day, the best calzones I have ate across the USA).
I don't believe there is a policy against those things. Assuming the tattoos aren't racist in anyway. What can be considered a problem would be Criminal History, Driving Violations, or wearing flip flops at a shipper or customer's facility.
Hey man, I’m coming from nettts! I was thinking about coming to Werner. This is my email. If you can, send anything you can tell me if you don’t mind. I’d really appreciate it. This is a good video! Thanks man
The requirement for Werner is a clean driving and criminal record. If you're good with both of them, then you'll be hired on the spot. I recommend calling their recruiters to set up an orientation date.
Disclaimer: Smith training is a safety course aimed towards enhancing your awareness. You'll be asked to describe what's in front of you and what's ahead of you, signs, pedestrians, etc... you'll also be requested to remain in the center lane while leaving space between yourself and the vehicle in front to always leave yourself an out. The test is performed within a passenger shuttle van, though some companies may place you in an actual truck with a trainer. Once you complete the course, request a form stating you passed the Smith training and send it to your insurance company, I believe your insurance should see a 5-10% discount due to taking a driving safety course.
Werner is an excellent company. You went through Allentown, which is tied with Indy as the worst terminal in the fleet. (It’s old and they’ve been talking about trying to get it rebuilt/renovated). Joliet, Atlanta, Omaha, etc are amazingly nice and have great hotels.
Werner pays $650 a week during training, even if you’re waiting for a trainer in the hotel. That will cover your food costs.
Also, you can do multiple CBTs at one time. Use multiple devices and you can do different ones at the same time.
I love this guy! Warner just paid for my school so when I finish I’ll be working for them. Thank you
I start this month for training
Railengineer hell yeah good luck bro. Great company
@@ChargedSoulsEnt thanks
Update: I was denied because of two speeding tickets now im qith may trucking
Do they pay for training or do they "Reimburse" it?
You are very nice orientation explainer
Haha I just experienced part of the Werner Enterprises last week. I was in Allentown Pennsylvania. Stood at the Ramada. Some pros and cons with Covid-19. Con no complentary breakfast, pro no roommates. I drove up with a rental car from Massachusetts. A 5 hour commute became a 10 hour commute due to the massive snow storm. I got stuck in snow twice. The Ramada wasn't plowed. Two young guys helped pull me out and bring me to the hotel. Allentown was slammed with 2 feet of snow!! I was sent home because of my medications. Werner put me on a medical leave for 30 days. My primary physician has been playing patty cake with Werners DOT physician. The simulator gave me crazy nausea. Being the trucks were yet to be plowed out. We had to improvise; we did the pre-trip and in cab on simulator. They eventually were able to get the trucks plowed out and allowed us to complete our backing, 90 degree angle, and offset test. Mike Berg and Perry were really cool instructors. If I would to go back Safety explained I would've to take a greyhound bus. HELL NA!! I will never take a greyhound bus ever again!! If I take a rental they will only reimburse the amount of the bus fair. Time will tell.
After this summary..i think I will stick with working at a temp-agency😒😌
They have some road test for CDL drivers and thanks for the videos are very instructive.
Please "Like" the video if you found it helpful so that UA-cam can recommend it to others who are looking to join Werner Enterprise. Thanks in advance.
My orientation was at the Omaha terminal. No breakfast at the hotel, the class was very disorganized and taught by an instructor who never drove, out drug tests were delayed till the next week. It was a mess. I came on as an experienced driver, and was promised a sign on bonus. Never got it and my driver leader didn’t care to help. They gave me a truck that was wrecked and the interior was trashed with pet damage, my driver leader didn’t care to help. After having driven for the orange company, Werner has been a huge disappointment.
I'm not surprised. Word from friends that are dying to leave Werner have told me a truck driver that only has 2-3 months was made instructor at the Allentown, PA terminal (apparently he walks around pretending to be a veteran driver). The truck I was assigned smelled like an ashtray. I sprayed it down with "Keep Out" animal odor eliminator and the smell surprisingly went away after a week. I gotta get on top of my content creating and make an official Werner Review video.
Tell us how u really felt?😁🚚
Thanks for the detailed review!
Actually, this just a "what to expect", I have a review on the way.
Rentals for Enterprise are usually 30 to 40 dollars before insurance anyway.💯
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Thanks for sharing
2021 Disclaimer: Due to Covid-19, you will not receive a roomate and the cafeteria will no longer serve breakfast in the morning. (Information received from student drivers joining Werner Enterprise, Ramada Inn, Allentown, PA).
Just start drinking gallon water a day, work out 30 minutes a day. You will flush your system like that. Also stop smoking
Augustus Petties damn for real
They do hair test
What about the hair test tho??
Thank you 💗
How much hair do they take off your head? Wouldn’t arm hair look further back because you don’t cut it?
I never got hair removed from my head, but seeing how much hair is required, I wouldn't let them touch my head hair if you have a short haircut. If you have long hair, you should be okay. The research I have done states the test can only retrieve your past 3 months.
Thanks for all of the helpful information. I to will be attending Roadmaster Truck Driving school for Werner in Georgia. I was wondering if you knew how much is their tution if you want to pay out of pocket.
TOMEKA WARD call CreteCarrier. You’ll be better off
I attended New England Tractor Trailer Training School, I don't have an answer. I can say though, I left Werner Enterprise and have plans of joining Crete Carrier which has a pretty good reputation. I'll put it to the test and upload personal feedback to my channel in the future. What I can say is this, if you plan to work for Werner, don't concern yourself with "How much I have to pay for school", Werner has a tuition reimbursement program for individuals whom attended a truck training school. After your first month with Werner, they'll begin to pay you $250 per month towards your tuition reimbursement until your debt is paid.
@@richardbrown4201 is Crete Carrier a trucking school program
TOMEKA WARD I know they hire some students right out of school. Give them a call
Tomeka ward what did you decide to do I’m supposed to start with Roadmaster march2020
This hair follicle test how far does it go back , I've heard 6 months
3 Months
Whst do you think is a good amount of money for me to be comfortable while im at orientation an training?
Orientation & training money is pretty good and steady. When you're solo is when paychecks will have you scratching your head in confusion.
😆🤔 ok
Do u gotta get your own D.O.T. Physical done before going or do hey do that for you? And is it difficult? I'm not worried about drug test cuz I don't do no drugs
The company you join will either set an appointment with you over the phone (so you could get it done locally in your home town) or if their a big company they will have you tested during orietation. Every new company you join will issue you a new medical card. The payment for the medical card and appointment is paid by the company.
Hey what do you recommend on your first day.
Well I appreciate it. This is my first time. So everything is over whelmed and a lot to know.
@@katieperkins04 I won't have the time to create the video. I'll share a few recommendations. Work Preperation: Travel Bag 6 days worth of work clothes, 4 Days worth of go out clothes (If you're planning to check the city out, party or check out the mall across the street from Ramada Inn if you go to Allentown PA), Bedding bring Twin Size bed covering, covers and Pillow, I highly suggest a cushion to place over the mattress in the truck when you go out for training. Conditioning be prepared to be away from home for almost 2 months, sleeping in a truck is an adjustment which will cause fatigue and stress at the start of your training until you adjust. Boundaries check people when necessary, (Example: My trainer was playing Football over the radio, I politely asked him if he had headphones, that I really dislike listening to sports, news or religious things; he respected what I said and never turned the radio on for sports), Lastly, protect your license at all times, if you don't like a situation or are concerned about safety, stop the truck and switch seats with your trainer. Your Trainer or Fleet manager has no power to fire you, don't let them bully you into doing something you're concerned about.
I appreciate it.
Great video
Do you need your cdl. Or will they accept you with a permit
You would have to call and find out, "866-924-8479", I had already obtained my license before joining Werner.
What if you already have your class A CDL With no experience Do you still have to do the classroom training
Even if you have experience you still have to complete classroom training. Technically, classroom training = orientation. I believe there were adjustments made for experience drivers, a few shortcuts, but that's about it. No experience means you'll receive the full virtual and hands on training.
How far back does hair sample look for
3 months back. Suppose to be more efficient than Urine Sample. Careful if you aren't sure. Word is if you test positive, Werner will feel as though you've wasted their time and they'll make sure to share the results with all other trucking companies.
@@intuitivebreach8969 Ok thank you, well by the time I start ill be like 93 95 days clean
@@chefteddibo220 There are "Hair Follicle" home kit test you can purchase and perform on yourself.
Disclaimer: The test also detects misuse of prescription medication. Being a person that sweats a lot can cause inconclusive results delaying your training date further back.
@@intuitivebreach8969 ok thank you I use a Tylenol with codeine once for severe back pains I should be good
@@chefteddibo220 Lol! on your comment. Question; you're a chef? Me too.
I worked for Werner, briefly, in 2006. At the time they had more drivers than they did trucks. When you finished orientation you went on to a waiting list to get a truck and for every day they didn't have one for you you were paid 50 bucks. Didn't make any sense to me because despite not having the trucks they were still having orientation every single week so there were some who had been waiting a few weeks and others that had been waiting a few days
Um...that was 14 years ago right? Lol!
@@55fiddy5 Yes sir!! One would assume that this is NOT the case heading into 2020
@@leir2005 That's what I keep hearing! Werner is a good company!
Can you take your personal vehicle there instead of a rental or bus? If so, would there be a safe place to park it while out on the road with your trainer?
I explain the pro's and con's in a video called, "Werner Orientation Money Hacks"; I recommend reading the comment disclaimer considering recent changes based on Covid-19 policies. The answer to your question is Yes & No. The hotel has space to park, their terminal where you must go every morning doesn't have space. The only reason I would recommend a personal vehicle is if you have an Uber or Lyft account and plan to collect extra money on top of orientation money. If you take your personal vehicle (DON'T TELL ANYONE), simply save your gas receipts and claim a friend, wife or gf dropped you off and request a refund on the gas receipts (If anyone finds out you brought your personal vehicle you won't get a refund). There are complications. Not everyone comes back to the same terminal where they received orientation after training, (you may have to coordinate with your trainer before your training ends to find a way to get you back to the terminal, that's assuming you receive a cooperative trainer) otherwise you'll have to figure out a strategy for picking up your vehicle. (I'll have to make an updated version of "Money Hack" for drivers that are starting now).
Do they help you get your permit?
Personally I downloaded an app called, "DMV GENIE", studied and paid $5 Air Brakes, $5 Combinations, $10 General Knowledge at the DMV, received my golden rods and turn them in to receive a permit. I went directly to NETTTS New England Tractor Trailer Training School. When you receive help from companies to receive a permit and license, you'll likely be required to sign a contract that will feel as though you're getting a bargain, but will later realize you're stuck receiving below minimum wage for 1-2yrs depending on your contract. If you break the contract due to poor treatment and being overworked (which will likely happen), you must pay them back for every penny for them training you. I once spoke with a roomate that stated his license was paid through an unemployment agency and he doesn't have to pay them back (possibly something to look into before paying out of pocket or taking a government loan). Also, if you pay for school, WERNER has a tuition reimbursement program that will pay $250 after your first month, every month until your school tuition is paid.
SO.....what about driving classes. Do they offer those?
I highly recommend to either find out if your state would pay for your trucking license through unemployment agencies or if you are eligible for financial aid if you can't pay up front. It's a lot better to owe student loan money than to get caught up in a bind with a company contract. When you do a contract with a company, you'll get paid less, and you'll get the worst runs.
@@intuitivebreach8969 I already have my CDL. I got it via Roadmaster with and got pre hired by Werner starting in a few days. My question was more about the orientation itself. Will you actually get driving practice in orientation?
@@LinwoodPowell Oh, I see. The only practice driving during orientation will be the "Smith Training" otherwise you'll watch a series of videos in a question answer format. When you complete the videos, drug test, etc... you'll be kept on stand by at the hotel until you're assigned a trainer and your trainer reaches out. When you're finally in your trainers truck, that's when you'll eventually begin driving. (Werner requires you to watch your trainer drive for a certain amount of time. Some trainers may have you drive from the moment you enter their truck due to sleep deprivation; it happens almost all the time, the trainer is expected to pick up a load, drop a load and go out of their way to also pick you up, leaving them almost too tired to watch their new trainee drive. Thankfully the sleep deprivation issue only happens on their first day; they may fall asleep on the passenger seat or may retreat to their bunk bed once they feel like, "Yeah, he's driving well, I can take an hour or two of sleep; he is on the highway after all". Most trainee and veteran accidents happen in the city or in the parking lot when you're backing.
Thanks 4 info
@@intuitivebreach8969 Due to Covid-19 no SMITH training until future notice.
It’s been 2 yrs hows life now ? Better or wish you were doing something else ?
I worked @Werner with dry vans, then @Eastern Freight Ways with flat beds, I then left the industry. Working for someone should always be a temporary pursuit, and working for yourself the end goal (from a financial stand point of course --- I much prefer to look beyond the material and towards the spiritual.) Hbu?
@@intuitivebreach8969 Man you are definitely on the right path , I think similar as well , thanks for replying and sharing. I’m at the beginning stages of trying to decide if this is going to work for me , my understanding is ; get the license , get experience and move on. Werner did reach out to me that they are willing to reimburse me afterwards which sounds tempting as long as it doesn’t come with an attachment situation than why not . I tried to stay positive about this decision, but so much negative surrounds the trucking industry lately, I tried not get to me but not going to lie it’s hard sometimes to ignore. Again thanks for sharing and wish you the best in life.
@@dennisperez2799 Are you doing Roadmaster's with them or reimburse for something else? The trucking industry has it's ups and downs, imo though it was one of the best jobs I have ever done (especially because as long as you have a clean record, you'll go striaght to orientation opposed to an interview where you cross your fingers and hope you're picked for the job --- with a trucking license companies will spam you with emails in hopes that you come work for them). I would spend the majority of my 11hr drives listening to audiobooks; it felt like I was getting paid to learn. I'll admit though, you do have to keep a close eye on almost every single paycheck regardless of company. (PS: When I worked for Werner I made between $900-1000 per week, when I worked at Eastern Freightways I made between $1200-1500 per week --- when I worked for Eastern they paid 48-51cpm per mile and when I left it was raised to 65cpm).
were steel toes required or could you wear tennis shoes?
Boricua 🇵🇷...Like myself!! ✌️😎🤙
Do you be on call of duty
*𝕎𝕙𝕪 𝕒𝕞 𝕀 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘 𝕥𝕙𝕚𝕤 𝕨𝕙𝕚𝕝𝕖 𝕀 𝕝𝕚𝕧𝕖 𝕚𝕟 𝔸𝕗𝕣𝕚𝕔𝕒?, 𝕒𝕟𝕪𝕨𝕒𝕪 𝕋ℍ𝔸ℕ𝕂 𝕐𝕆𝕌 𝔹𝕌𝔻𝔻𝕐* !
Do experienced drivers go with trainers?
That depends. No matter the company, if you've never done a particular task; you'll be placed with a trainer for at least 1-3 weeks. In my case with Werner, I had OTR experience during training, passed training and because it was a Family Dollar acc, I had to be trained for 1wk. For my current company, I didn't have Flatbed Experience so I was force to train for 3wks, although I had 7months of Regional Experience. If you have OTR experience and apply for an OTR position, you won't be required to have training. (PS: Switching to a local Reefer Hauling company will require Reefer Training 1-3wks and Evaluation before you're sent out Solo).
What day do u get your first paycheck
Why don’t u recommend head hair?
It depends if you have short hair or long hair. People with long head hair can easily donate, but people with short head hair... Let's just say the person cutting your hair isn't a barber and will likely rush the process. (Extra Information: The hair follicle exam goes back up to 90 days. Body weight also plays a role, because drugs will remain in the person's system for a longer period of time if the person is overweight. Overweight = takes longer for the body to remove all traces. The person in shape or skinny will process drugs out of their body the fastest.) I personally didn't want them messing up my fresh haircut. I'll admit though, I did go to Little Sal's Pizza during Orientation with a date, and the owner decided to offer us free red wine🍷 (still to this day, the best calzones I have ate across the USA).
@@intuitivebreach8969 thanks bro I have dreads so I was wondering what the process would be with longer hair
@@beats995 Your welcome; they'll probably just ask for 1 dread of at least 2-4 inches.
For the rental car did they pay for everything including the deposit?
Yes, they took care of rental and gas payments. Save your receipts.
What is the grooming, piercing, and tattoo policy
I don't believe there is a policy against those things. Assuming the tattoos aren't racist in anyway. What can be considered a problem would be Criminal History, Driving Violations, or wearing flip flops at a shipper or customer's facility.
Hey man, I’m coming from nettts! I was thinking about coming to Werner. This is my email. If you can, send anything you can tell me if you don’t mind. I’d really appreciate it. This is a good video! Thanks man
The requirement for Werner is a clean driving and criminal record. If you're good with both of them, then you'll be hired on the spot. I recommend calling their recruiters to set up an orientation date.
Are you still with werner
No.
Are you still with Werner ,?
No.
Low paying a- company. Sweat shop on wheels
Pobrecito! wha wha whaa! Lol!
55fiddy5 I’m not laying
I’m not lying. My bad
Basically. If you don't keep track of your pay, it will be no different than working 70+ hours for minimum wage pay.