Walmart Private Fleet YouTube Channel

Hey folks, as the title suggests, I've started a YouTube channel on all things relating to the Walmart Private Fleet.

It's mostly intended to be a source of information for those considering a move over to the WMPF, and for those wishing to learn what it's all about. I also try to clear up some of the misconceptions and rumors that are out there. My goal is to provide accurate and useful information on the fleet from someone who actually works there.

Yes, I also solicit referral bonuses there, unlike here where I remain unbiased. My target audience is different there. But that isn't the only motivator. You guys know me as someone who has always liked to offer help, free of charge. That hasn't changed.

These aren't highly polished or produced videos. In fact, most of the time I just stick a camera in my face and start talking. I'm definitely not a natural at it. But I don't think most people care about that, they just want the information. So I try to do that in a very honest and straightforward way.

To be clear, it is not my intention to divert any attention or discussions away from this site. I'll continue to welcome and discuss any topics here, as well.

If any of you are interested, check it out. I appreciate the support.

GetRich@Walmart

Hey, that's very cool man! I dig it!

You're right, no one cares too much about the production quality of a video, as long as it has good information and it isn't blatantly annoying or difficult to listen to. Just make sure you have the best audio quality you can get at the time. Try to avoid echoes or constant noise, like a lot of engine noise.

You might consider a noise-cancelling mic.

Many people, myself included, do a lot more listening to videos than watching.

Very cool!

Just make sure you have the best audio quality you can get at the time.

Unfortunately this is where I probably failed in my current videos to date. With only using my phone, the sound quality is less than ideal. In fact, you can often hear my a/c vents in the background.

I'm completely new at this sort of thing, and learning as I go. It's little more than a pastime when I have a few moments really.

A wireless noise-cancelling mic is a great idea.

A wireless noise-cancelling mic is a great idea.

Yeah, even a Lavalier mic that pins on your shirt with a tiny windscreen for when you're outside might help a lot. There are many options, and you don't have to spend much at all. But it's worth doing a little research into different mics and picking up one or two mid-range quality ones.

The other thing I would recommend is keeping the videos fairly short and focused on a certain topic. People like having a selection of 10-minute videos, each focused on a particular subject. What they normally don't want is 45 minutes of rambling from subject to subject.

If you have good audio and good information that's easy to sift through, people will be happy. But even the most knowledgeable person will find a small audience if the audio is annoying or people can't find the subjects they're interested in.

I subscribed, good info, interesting content.

Turtle, I already stumbled across your videos a few days ago when I was looking for trucking content on YouTube. I think I’ve watched 4 of them so far, the last one being an excellent demonstration of a pre- trip. (Physically touching each and every lug nut was new to me, lol). I thought they were great even though you say your set-up is very bare bones. But everybody loves a man in a uniform, haha. My impression is that you are a natural for it; good voice quality, fluent and conversational. Good work man!

Thanks Rich, great info as always!

And I'm sure you know this already, but you do in fact have to have 30 months of experience. I went ahead and applied anyways having had only 24 at the time, but that's not enough. 4 more months and I will try again.

I watched your complete pre trip video last week. Sound is good to me.

I have a question. Is tearing off your bumper on a rock at a store. No property damage. Would that be considered an "accident" for WALMART?

According to FMSCA it is not. Just worried since Walmart sends that long questionaire to all former and current cdla jobs. I guess Walmart is extremely thorough. MVR isn't good enough. lol

I have a question. Is tearing off your bumper on a rock at a store. No property damage. Would that be considered an "accident" for WALMART?

If you're talking about tearing the bumper off your commercial vehicle, then yes that is absolutely a preventable accident, and must be reported on an application. Anything over $2000 is considered an accident. The property damage to the bumper is sure to be over that.

Walmart cares very much about such accidents since those are the most common behind Walmart stores.