Schneider Intermodal
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I don't think you'll have any issues getting 2,000 miles a week. One thing that's pretty cool about the intermodal work is that they're generally shorter runs going to all sorts of places. It keeps things fresh because it's always changing which helps some people especially at the beginning where monotony on top of other stresses can really wear on you. One thing I'd advise is really paying attention on your pre trip. Those trailers take a lot of abuse so you'll need to make sure everything is in good working order. Other than that, have fun and be safe.
Intermodal:
Transporting freight using two or more transportation modes. An example would be freight that is moved by truck from the shipper's dock to the rail yard, then placed on a train to the next rail yard, and finally returned to a truck for delivery to the receiving customer.
In trucking when you hear someone refer to an intermodal job they're normally talking about hauling shipping containers to and from the shipyards and railyards.
HOS:
Hours Of Service
HOS refers to the logbook hours of service regulations.New Reply:
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So I'm a recent grad and after months of lurking on several forums I decided to start out at Schneider's Regional Intermodal (out of Worcester, MA to be precise). They will be flying me out to Chicago for a 3 week training and orientation on the 28th. I will be working Sunday 6am -Thursday evening. I live 10minutes from the terminal so I'm hoping I'll be able to at least drive home for dinner once or twice a week. Here is a breakdown of the pay: 34cpm $30 per load The detention pay will be $15/hr after 2 hours, $30/hr after 4 hours, $45/hr after 6hours and so on... There will be performance bonuses which I just didn't understand the concept They will pay a "reimbursement" of my tuition at a rate of $150 cash a month They will pay a $2500 bonus at increments of of %20 every 3 months and then %40 at the end of the year (so 500, 500, 500, and then 1000) The estimated milage per week is between 2,200 and 2,500. I'm assuming I probably won't run more than 2,000 on a good week during my first few months. Do you guys think 2,000 miles/week is realistic? I'm definitely not going to retire doing this job, but I think it sounds like a very good first gig. What do you guys think? Am I being too naive? Do you guys have any suggestions, tips, experiences you would like to share to help a rookie out?
Terminal:
A facility where trucking companies operate out of, or their "home base" if you will. A lot of major companies have multiple terminals around the country which usually consist of the main office building, a drop lot for trailers, and sometimes a repair shop and wash facilities.
Regional:
Regional Route
Usually refers to a driver hauling freight within one particular region of the country. You might be in the "Southeast Regional Division" or "Midwest Regional". Regional route drivers often get home on the weekends which is one of the main appeals for this type of route.
Intermodal:
Transporting freight using two or more transportation modes. An example would be freight that is moved by truck from the shipper's dock to the rail yard, then placed on a train to the next rail yard, and finally returned to a truck for delivery to the receiving customer.
In trucking when you hear someone refer to an intermodal job they're normally talking about hauling shipping containers to and from the shipyards and railyards.
CPM:
Cents Per Mile
Drivers are often paid by the mile and it's given in cents per mile, or cpm.
TWIC:
Transportation Worker Identification Credential
Truck drivers who regularly pick up from or deliver to the shipping ports will often be required to carry a TWIC card.
Your TWIC is a tamper-resistant biometric card which acts as both your identification in secure areas, as well as an indicator of you having passed the necessary security clearance. TWIC cards are valid for five years. The issuance of TWIC cards is overseen by the Transportation Security Administration and the Department of Homeland Security.