4 Reasons to work for KLLM (For new drivers)

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

My IG is @Big_Smooth_Truckin for any video idea, suggestions, or questions.

[@lacothans1191]

Just completed 2 weeks at KLLM Academy in Lancaster, Texas. Great people. I had my CDL all ready. Had not driven in 4 years. 9 day refresher with a beginner class. 4 days orientation. Away from home for 16 nights. KLLM put me up & fed me 3 meals a day. Private room with cable TV & maid service. Requested 1 week at home & then OTR with trainer for 6 weeks. Here we Go.

[@lacothans1191]

Will be posting updates on my channel as I gain knowledge.

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

That is awesome!

[@lacothans1191]

Takes 1 week for hair follicle drug test result. Paid $250 with Gift Card. Paid $225 when orientation complete. $125 on EFS Card. $100 on first paycheck. $800 / week with trainer. Before taxes & elected benefits. I chose best medical, driver's defense legal, disability & vision. Approximately $85 / week. 40 documented backs required with trainer. Do Not end up on Bonehead Truckers.

[@cristian81g23]

Is KLLM a 3rd party test company ?

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

@@cristian81g23 Nope! If you go to school and pass with them, you work with them right after school! There is a year contract, however.

[@MrGrislyTooth]

Drove for KLLM for a little over a year and I loved it there and will definitely look at going back to them if i decide to go back OTR again.

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

What made you decide to leave?

[@CartierJay]

aye bro i passed my cdl test yesterday, i have orientation monday morning, thanks for all the advice you gave me.💯

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Congratulations bro!! That's what's up. I'm glad I was able to help bro, keep me updated on how things go with the trainer

[@My_Life_in_USA]

whats in kllm better than in swift ? just try to figure out wich company chose, for first look they are both pretty much same

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Probably too late, so I apologize. But KLLM pay is much much higher and the hometime is unmatched. I get 2 days off every week I work and paid for. So if I work 4 weeks, I get an 8 day vacation, $100 a day, so $800 to be off. My buddy at swift said he barely makes enough to want to go home

[@julianop.4241]

Man I just quit Western Express so I can start with KLLM, out of nowhere this video shows up! Good timing! Haha

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Oh wow! I hope I was able to assist on your decision bro. I personally really like Kllm.

[@julianop.4241]

@@bigsmoothtruckin yes I've been studying about KLLM for the past month or so and the numbers are really good haha. And your videos definitely help and makes me more confident about this company!

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

I'm glad man. I just want to be as honest as possible and help people make the best-informed decision. If you have any questions just ask.

[@Dabigmothertrucker]

How it’s going bro . I just applied and speaking to my recruiter now

[@gregoryjeffries884]

A few of the truckers who recently worked for KLLM complained about the dispatchers. Things such as unreasonable expectations, bad attitudes, and a very lazy night shift. Will you speak on your experience whenever you have time? Thanks

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Absolutely! I'll definitely make a video on that. My experience has been different

[@newimage9547]

good video.. im leaving to go to their school in Indiana this Saturday.. im looking forward to it

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

That's awesome, bro! I was just up there at that terminal.

[@Ohiostategenerationx]

If I get to get on that would probably be my school as well. I live in Ohio so I would be able to drive up there.

[@shaunmckenzie1775]

I work 4 days on and 3 days off a week with FFE at $26 hr.

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Nice! That's what's up. I know you enjoy that home-time! How many hours a week??

[@shauantachisolm6799]

Great video! My Sister and I will be starting soon!

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Awesome!! I love that! Will yall be a team or solo? Also, I'm curious if yall live in the same house. If so, yall are about to run that money up!! Haha. I hope all goes as planned🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@johnfisher1982]

I'm 58 years old and drove for Schneider out of Memphis way back in 1988 when I was in my twenties, and I drove those horrible cabovers with the big blind spot on the right side. They wouldn't let me run out West, solo, and almost every load they gave me, I had to hand unload myself or hire a lumper to do it. All they ever gave me were short loads and boxes of toilet paper and tissue paper and many other things that weren't on pallets. I know KLLM has refer units, and of course, the tractors are much nicer now. My question is, do you have to unload any freight by hand? I'm approaching retirement and wanting to work for KLLM. I'm from Jackson, at their main terminal.

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Wow, this is incredible. You've experienced a lot. To answer your question, no. We do NOT touch any of the freight ever. We'd throw a load lock on there, and that's about it. They always unload us, and if there's a lumper fee, they pay for it (if you're a company driver)

[@choodatrucker]

Good info. I just passed my permit. Next is my Dot physical. kLLM.

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Yes, Sirrr! Time to collect! What company were you with before?

[@choodatrucker]

@@bigsmoothtruckin Nobody. This is my first time. Kinda worried about dot physical etc. Passing it.

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Oh, that's awesome. It's never too late to get into it. I assumed by your name that you were a trucker already, haha. Well, I pray you get it, bro. you got this🙏🏽

[@choodatrucker]

@@bigsmoothtruckin Yeah man im claim it by making a page and name already Lol Thanks, bro.

[@steveedelen3251]

Got a request for ya. A video that explains how the reserved parking system works and how to use it at truck stops like pilot.

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

That's a good idea. I never pay for reserved parking so I'll have to figure that out first, lol.

[@steveedelen3251]

@@bigsmoothtruckin good point… how bout a video about how to always ensure u have a place to park when u run out of hours? It looks like I’m gonna be out there soon. Lack parking is one issue that has me nervous. Had a few bad experiences in the past. That and making myself not be lazy when it comes to feeding myself real food. I’ll be 43 in April…. Got to be healthy.

[@austindillard279]

I’m about to test out Wednesday this week. This academy has been pretty good. Ready to get out on the road with a trainer

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Yes sirrrrrrr!!! Good job bro, gotta get that moneyyyyy. It's fun out here on the road, and the pay is great.

[@My_Life_in_USA]

whats in kllm better than in swift ? just try to figure out wich company chose, for first look they are both pretty much same

[@My_Life_in_USA]

whats in kllm better than in swift ? just try to figure out wich company chose, for first look they are both pretty much same

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

There might not be too much difference in terms of pay, but our home time is paid for. And the stigma around swift is bad bit other than that, I don't know too much about swift. They are a big company so I guess that's good. I've only worked for KLLM so I don't know what's different or better unless you can tell me about them and I can compare those facts to us

[@MrzBetsy92]

Is the training paid or unpaid?

[@jasonforsyth2530]

I called KLLM yesterday, and they only allow people in midwest states into their academy. I’m in TN, they said to call back when I’ve been in a truck by myself for 3 months.

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Must have to be a surrounding state. I live in Louisiana (at the time of hire), so you must need to live closer to the terminal. Which kinda makes sense because you'd need the license of whatever state you're in. I'm not sure of many companies in TN, and I wish I could recommend a company. Try mayhe TransAm or TMC. I don't know much about them, but it's worth a shot. Just do your research bro, don't rush into a company

[@outdoorwrangler8720]

Like the intro, congrats on the land. Gopro would be good, you could do some time lasp video of driving. Stay safe.

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Oh that's a great idea! And I appreciate that bro! Thank you.

[@MarkOPolo456]

KLLM sounds like a great company.

[@jamesgrandt8194]

They ALL sound great until you are on their payroll. Even JB Hunt.

[@firstlast-fj9ln]

Bull. He got paid for this video. Get you out there you may never go home

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

​@firstlast-fj9ln Mane!! I hope so! I can't wait to see the money they're paying me for this video. You better not be pranking me😏And here I was thinking I was helping for free, I'm glad they're paying new drivers to make videos and edit them while on the road. When should I expect them to send the money?

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

​@jamesgrandt8194 Well the goal is to get you out there so they make them sound good. That's why I'm giving my personal experience. There are plenty of companies out there, the biggest goal is to get your CDL to start a career. And my goal is to give help people make an informed decision on their own with further research. But I can only talk about the company I've worked at, and so far it's only KLLM

[@jeromeschulze4500]

Companies will tell u anything to get u on and lie to u .

[@jujujones2501]

KLLM sounds good that hometime pay bruh i dont hear another company does that. Oh nice you live in MD im from Jersey east coast 🎉🎉🎉

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Facts bro, I never heard another company doing hometime pay either. I'm from Louisiana originally but yes sirrrrr, up in MD now. Been to Jersey a few times!

[@jujujones2501]

@@bigsmoothtruckin That's what's up bro

[@dondraebailey3231]

Question. When u get home time, do they pay for your trip back and forth? Or does it come outta your own pocket? I’m 20 years old and thinking about going into trucking

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

For details, you can shoot me a message in Instagram, and I can send an audio message or call, but nothing comes out of your pocket trip wise, but it's depends on where you go. It's hard to explain. I do plan on making a video in depth if you want to wait, but most people call. I hope this helps🙏🏽but yea, as a company driver, nothing leaves my pocket unless I'm buying food or something

[@charliemike7474]

hey great information really appreciate your crystal detailed break down, yeah I agree kllm. sounds good I've been looking around everyone says the same. days off 2xwk,and cpm is above average and equipment is good fridge etc , question do they hire off the east coast ???do u take your truck home for home time ???? thanks appreciated

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Most definitely! I do my best. And I believe they do hire out of east coast but I don't know if they do for the school. And they let you take the truck home if you live far enough from the terminal. So I do take my truck home each time.

[@KennySangRV]

Whats your driver code just applied. And how often do you drive at night and how often do you get multiple stops? Im dry van heard the refer be hard to sleep in can hear how loud they be at truck stops. Also how soon do they require you to request time off and whats the trucks governed at? Thanks for all the information btw. Been helpful

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

My driver code is my name and truck number Name: Ty-Gee Truck #: 13817 Night drive is 40/60 but if you know how to fix your clock, you can drive in the day almost all the time. I rarely drive at night unless I pick up a late load from someone else. The reefer isn't as loud as you'd expect, it doesn't bother me or most people I talk to. And 7 days before your off time is what they ask. We are Governed at 62mph pedal 65mph cruise 67-70mph pass-smart (30min)

[@Bonkiepoo]

Just submitted my application 💪🏾

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Yes sirrrrr!!!! I hope you're successful!

[@randomlyentertaining8287]

Alright, ALRIGHT. I'll consider KLLM lol Seriously though, I'm a dude that has done nothing related to trucking and am looking at getting into it as the most entry of entry level people. No permit, CDL, xp, nothing. You already answered quite a few of my questions but I have some more. 1. Holidays/vacation time? 2. Are all their trucks automatic? 3. I know you can have extras on a CDL, like doubles or hazmat. Any of those required? 4. How much of the work is no touch and/or hook and drop? Most of the companies I've seen advertising all no touch and high rates of hook and drop either require a few years of experience or have bad reputations. 5. Distance to and from work. I live in southcentral PA. Pittsburgh and Harrisburgh are each two hours away so I'm not very close to any place I'd imagine a company would have a terminal. Would they hire someone that lives that far away? I live in a location where bringing a semi-truck up is simply not viable, though there is a lot nearby (which I assume is automated since there is no guardhouse) where I see a lot of trucks, with and without trailers, parked that might be viable for leaving the vehicle for a couple days. I'm sure I have more but that's it for now. I know it's a lot to ask a random KZbinr about but I've read the comments sections and you seem to be really good at talking with prospective drivers and answering any questions they have and I imagine I wouldn't get too much, if any, half truths from you as compared to someone whose job is to talk possible drivers into joining up. Thanks for any and all help you give.

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Wow, there's a lot to unpack, lol. So, here goes nothing. 1.) Holiday pay, yes, which ones, I'm not quite sure because I'm still new, but they do let most drivers off during Christmas, but I don't know if it's vacation time or not for it, but definitely extra pay of you worked it. 2.) Yes, all are automatic 3.) The only requirements are combinations, general knowledge, and airbreak, and for enforcements, you only need tankers (which is easy) 4.) Drop and hooks are completely random. If they say maybe 40/60 for me personally, others may be more or less. But 99% no touch freight. The most you'll have to do is put up a load lock, which takes a few seconds, which I showed in one of my videos. 5.) That's really dependent on your specific living situation. If you can bring just the truck home and not the trailer, that is an option (that's what I do), but I can't confirm entirely since I'm not familiar with your home area. I really hope this helps. Thanks for leaving a comment, bro🙏🏽

[@randomlyentertaining8287]

@@bigsmoothtruckin Well hot damn, I figured you'd reply but not in such a clean fashion. Thanks mate, this has helped a lot. I do want to keep looking but since I first saw this video, the thought keeps running through my head that I'm probably not gonna find a better starter job out there. Really, long as the company pays for my CDL and I can get 700-800 a week (at least for a while) I'd be a happy boy cause that'd be enough for me to keep up with bills and such and then if things didn't work out, I'd at least already have my CDL and a year or whatnot of experience to put towards the next job. Of course it'd be nice to start with a company and end up staying there for 30 years but that'd really mostly be a bonus. It is encouraging to see you have less a years XP and still be making 1,500ish every week The no touch part is also what I'm mostly hoping for. I wouldn't really mind sitting around for a while waiting as long as it wasn't nothing stupid like an entire day cause that's just silly. I mean, I got my little home away from home in the back so it's all good. I'm looking to quit my current job because I'm outside for 90% of the day (8 to 5/6/7) and while I make 1k a week, I'm just tired of working for 2 hours, walking 2,000 yards (my job involves walking between 3 to 7 miles a day in heavy vegetation) in 91 degree heat and feeling like I've worked for 10 hours and walked 20 miles. Hell, even when my work involves standing around for 5 minutes outside it feels like I'm dying. Ain't bad in winter or early spring but that's only half the year. So one of the biggest pros I see is not having to deal with that stuff nearly as much. Didn't mean to ramble but here we are lol Thanks again.

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Hey, no problem, man, and I'm not a big texter, so I tried my best, haha. But as far as pay, if you work hard enough, you'll only see $600-$800 on your home time, lol. I'd say my minimum AFTER tax is $900, and that doesn't happen often. But as far as sitting, I'm the same way, as long as I get paid and can start driving, I don't mind sitting with the TV, game, bed, microwave, airfryer, refrigerator, and ac in the back haha. And the days you do sit, the rest of the week pays for it. I look at it like they said I have a day off, lol. And if you do wait too long for a load, they pay you for it. I'll likely go more in-depth on that when I make a video or go live. And yea, I've NEVER helped put stuff in the back. The most I've done was add that load lock, and I don't often have to do that. Oh, and the only time you HAVE to walk is bringing paperwork, going shower, or because you've been driving all day and WANT to walk, haha. Oh, and the final thing, I'll say, DEFINITELY do your research on all companies. KLLM seems like the best starter company for me and a lot of others, but I would for sure say check out other companies as well to make the best informed decision, I don't get paid to promote KLLM, I just genuinely see a lot of good with them for new and experienced drivers. (I also started not knowing anything about trucking, no permit, or anything) Good luck bro🙏🏽

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

@randomlyentertaining8287 Oh, and I appreciate the comment, brother! If I do anything in a clean fashion, I feel good😌😂

[@randomlyentertaining8287]

​@@bigsmoothtruckin That's the feeling I got. I couldn't imagine that the company was paying a trucker with a 500 subscriber youtube channel (not an insult by the way, small channels almost always feel more "real" to me so I trust them more lol) extra to promote them. And about texting, I write my comments on a computer so I got a proper full size keyboard and since I'm a gamer and a writer (non-publishable works), I know to use it well ha I'm also actually in the middle of watching some team drivers give their review of PAM and then gonna move onto Roehl and TransAM. I've also thought of a couple extra small questions. I knew I'd remember more XD 1. A classic. CB radios. Do they prove and/or allow you to have one? I wouldn't be using it to yap all the time but it'd feel weird to be a trucker and not have one lol 2. City driving. It'll happen sooner or later but I was kinda curious with how many times they ask for you to drive through things like suburbs or outer cities. Loads gotta go where the load needs to go but I'm mostly just curious. 3. The application process. Obviously, I live quite a bit from any of KLLMs offices. For my current job (which is four hours away), I did a phone interview. What does KLLM do?

[@TRUCKINGWITOCI]

I started with .32 cents so this sounds like a great company.

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Oh wow! Yea, so far, I don't really have any complaints. How long have you been driving for?

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Also, which company?

[@LiekTH]

Good info bro! From MD too, but working with Prime. Looking into other options in case I want to switch it up in the future, and found this info really helpful 😎 Prime pay is 0.55cpm solo 0.33cpm team (66 split) & 72% revenue leasing - all I can say is your pay always comes down to how many miles your fleet manager can steadily give you - getting good miles makes or breaks the experience as a company driver

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Man you said it best bro! Im glad my video was even a little helpful bro, I appreciate you for watching.

[@erivera0270]

@@bigsmoothtruckin Thank you both! I was thinking of joining Prime, but I have to say this video has me thinking twice. I live in NJ and moving to FL soon.

[@JavierRodriguez-rg2bc]

Prime don’t have load ray now

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

@JavierRodriguez-rg2bc I heard that same thing, but I also heard the opposite, so I won't speak on that, lol.

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

@erivera0270 No problem, man! I hear mostly good things about Prime, but I can only speak from my experience on KLLM. So far, I'm loving my decision to go here. And KLLM hired a girl I know from Florida, so you should be good! I'm not too sure about NJ

[@philipdru9290]

How much night driving do you have to do? And, how many miles a week are you averaging?

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

I rarely drive at night. It's all about how you work your hours, to be honest. And I'll be uploading another pay video real soon to show.

[@TabbFromPhilly]

I'm a California. I should be done with truck school tomorrow.. KLLM is probably the first company I will apply to. All I do is work and come home. I want to get on the road and get my experience, and make money.

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

That's all, bro, nothing short from it. I think kllm is a great starter company and maybe even a company to stay with long term. I would suggest calling and making sure you would work with them after finishing trucking school. They do have a terminal in Cali, so that's good.

[@TabbFromPhilly]

@@bigsmoothtruckin I need to get enorsements, . That will hold me back though.

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

For what? The only endorsement needed for kllm is tanker, and that's the easiest endorsement in my opinion

[@MikeThaPhilosopher]

Are the hours different for regional drivers?

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

What hours are you referring to? If you mean how many hours you're allowed to work each day, yea, that goes for every position

[@MikeThaPhilosopher]

Thanks for your response man! Just seeing this.. I meant how many hours does a regional driver typically drive per day compared to an OTR driver

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Ahhh, okay. With that, it'll be the same allowed hours, but it depends on the account, to be honest. I wish I had a specific number but some might drive the full 11 hours while others might only need to drive 8 hours to make it on time. But you can definitely expect to be driving the full 11 hours some days.

[@underated_2975]

What about dedicated or regional routes

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

They have quite a few. If you want information on a specific one, I can help a bit, but I should be making a video on that soon.

[@joycharles1055]

I wanna go otr 1yr straight no home time

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Well my friend, if you did that, you'll make a whole lotta money. Because you still will get paid hometime so that will be an extra $1,400 every 7 weeks on top of the miles you ran

[@TheTruthseeker707]

What’s up bro. I met you in the cold storage in the Mclane of Illinois. Hope all is well.

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

All is great. I posted a picture of us on IG haha. Hope all is well for you as well, safe travels bro!🙏🏽

[@TheTruthseeker707]

@@bigsmoothtruckin Nice 👍

[@RyanDoonan]

I love how companies give drivers more training do you know if kllm would help if I have 6 very small minor incidents with objects cause no one would touch me cause of the incidents from keller

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Same

[@Jessicaahudsonn]

Hi, can you tell me how far back the hair follicle goes? I was an on and off smoker but decided to give it up to get my CDL. I am 4 months clean and start class within the next 2 weeks. I dont want to ruin this as this is what I plan to do for the long run. Thanks!

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Well the hair folical won't stop you from going to other companies, just KLLM. The pee test will stop you from all companies. I believe it goes back 3 months but I tell people 6 to be safe. I hope you pass it🙏🏽if you feel too nervous, maybe ask them to wait a little while if possible because of a "family emergency" maybe

[@Jessicaahudsonn]

@bigsmoothtruckin thank you so much for responding to me. I'm praying I pass, but I will get my own test before risking it. I just wanted to double check if it was 3 or 6 months. I've heard many different things so I'm nervous.

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

No doubt bro, I'm here to help so I try to always respond. I fear if I get too many people watching lol, that's a lot to respond to. But I definitely understand that fear bro, I can imagine it's nerve wrecking. But I pray you pass bro, seriously🙏🏽Like you should literally pray on it, so many times we say we pray but don't actually do it. I hope you pass bro, for real🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@llll-po2pf]

@jmhud89ks wait atleast 6 months. We had a guy fail who said he last smoked 3 months prior

[@philipdru9290]

I was a regular smoker, until I decided to quit my corporate job and go back into trucking after my divorce. I shaved my head, quit smoking weed and 90 days later applied for a mid sized company that does hair follicle testing. My hair had grown 1.5 inches and I passed with flying colors. No need to wait 6 months if you’re willing to shave your head.

[@hemipee9827]

Bro im at DG private fleet right now. Man this shit hell, just been here for 3 months. Im looking into KLLM right now …are they No Touch? Thats what i need

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Oh yea I saw videos on DG, yall get to it lol. But yea. KLLM no touch freigh. The most we'd do is put a load lock up. Other than that, I just back to a dock, get loaded, back to the next dock, get unloaded

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

What's the pay that way?

[@marlo8929]

I just found your videos and you have good info. Does KLLM hire from all 48 states? I live in Nevada and need a refresher.

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

We drive in all 48 states, I'm not too sure if we hire through each state, unfortunately. You could ask a recruiter, but I heard some of them aren't worth a crap either. I'll try and find out for you. How much experience do you have previously?

[@marlo8929]

I appreciate your quick response. I will call KLLM soon. Due to my job i have trouble calling KLLM. I have about 3 yrs experience but unfortunately that was about 10 yrs ago. Thanks again and keep those videos coming.

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

@marlo8929 Thank you, I appreciate it. I definitely will keep them on the way. And hopefully you'll be good, I'm just not too sure about Nevada. We do have a school in Indiana, so maybe that could work

[@will_i_am_legendary]

@@marlo8929what did they say? I live in Vegas. I called a recruiter just over a month ago and asked the same thing…he told me they did.

[@Truckherrr_danii]

Do you guys go to New York? And if so is it forced dispatch to go to new york?

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Short answer, yes. But I don't think we go to New York City, and it's not all of the time. Out of my year with them, I might have gone 5 times, and 2 or 3 of those times were in the country area, which isn't bad. And yes, it's forced dispatch, I believe, unless you're owner op. (I never tried to deny a load, so I assume us company drivers can't)

[@ronnie_fryman]

Are company drivers allowed to take cash advances when they’re on the road?

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

I've never done it, but yes you can.

[@Skullitor]

Does KLLM, offer APUs? Or refrigerators in the truck?

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Yes for both!!

[@n9ne__ether30]

Do they hair test? 😊 thank you for the info! Wish you the best!

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Yea, they hair test for school, then a random pee test every year of 50% of the company

[@Rio-f8j]

So If I Stay Out for 2 Month Straight , thats 8 weeks , So u telling me they will pay me $100 dollars for 8 days that i was Supposed to be Off?

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Actually, you can stack up to 14 days off, so 7 weeks would be 14 days off, and $1,400 paid. If you worked 2 months straight (8 weeks) you'll get paid $1,400 for the 7 weeks you worked but you'd lose the 14 days off and only get the 2 days off because after the 7 weeks it restarts.

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

If you want 8 days off, you only need to work 4 weeks (1 month)

[@Rio-f8j]

@bigsmoothtruckin so I will get paid for the 8 days I was supposed to be off and my Regular Pay right?

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

@@Rio-f8j Yup

[@pgriffin1616]

Quick question.. can I stay out for 2 months straight and accumulate 16 days then take the full 16 or would 16 days off be too long for them?..

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

I have a full video going in-depth. But basically they will only allow a maximum of 14 days off straight

[@michelejonjock5910]

Do they have automatics?

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Yup, all of their trucks are automatics

[@michelejonjock5910]

@@bigsmoothtruckin thanks

[@christ_is_coming_back9118]

2000 miles equals 1200 a week. After taxes it’s lower. My first company I netted 1400-1500 in my pocket. Worked 5 days a week, home every night.

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

That's good, you should be happy about that. However, most companies you look at for starter, no experience, is paying so so much less than that, especially if you're reefer or dry van like I am. So although you're making more, doesn't mean everyone can work there. But again. I'm happy for you bro. What's the name of the company?

[@kyariwilliams4486]

What company did you work for?

[@lynntannehill2808]

Do they have cameras in the truck

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Nope!

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Only facing outside

[@sunnyskae]

Does Kllm have tanker?

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Yup! Not a tank trailer, though. But we do haul some tanks in the back of the trailer si they make us get our tanker endorsement

[@kriswhite2295]

When your in training with the trainer, are you out for those weeks straight or do you come home some?

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

It's really up to your trainer to be honest. But me and mine stayed the full 6 weeks straight. I'm glad we did though because I was ready to make more money on my own, plus stay used to it

[@bh2556]

Good video man!

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

I appreciate that bro!🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@5150defiant]

Do they pay You when u take a 34 hour reset?

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

No, because legally, you have to. I don't think any company does.

[@5150defiant]

@bigsmoothtruckin legally u don't have too, the 34 is up to the drivers discretion. It's all about how you're company runs you, I run 31 days straight on recaps all the time.

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Legally you don't have to take a 34, but I just personally take a 34 because I prefer to run hard the beginning of my 70hr clock, and take a break, vs run every day until I go home. So really it's up to personal preferences to be honest.

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

I made the same or similar amount both ways, I just like taking the break to video call loved ones, watch a movie, play the game, or just take some time to myself. Some people rather be distracted by work until they go home. It depends on you and your company

[@itspeter6395]

Do y’all have front facing cameras and how many miles a week and can you take your truck home ?

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Yes, we have front facing cameras, but they only record if something happens like speeding or hitting someone/something. Not just a live constant recording. And if you live over a certain amount of miles away from the terminal yes you can take your truck home. I always take mine home. And as far as miles, I posted a video on how much they paid and I also showed how many miles I run per week

[@itspeter6395]

@@bigsmoothtruckingood to know bro

[@LocdinTruckin]

My guy bought some land that’s wat I’m tryna be how long it take you do that

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Yes sirr, gotta be self sufficient eventually. TMH has plans bro. Been looking into it for a while, but I'd say just a few months. It really just takes a lot of looking around for the best deal and taking it before it's gone. It's getting expensive too fast bro.

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Gotta get some soon

[@LocdinTruckin]

Yeah I feel you TMH definitely has plans. Definitely doing that route man appreciate the vids

[@Mark-kb6mu]

What's going on fam. I been checking out your videos. They are really great. Was wondering if you had any more info on kllm and or there school. And do u get to choose your truck

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

I appreciate that, bro. And you do get to choose your truck in some cases, but not all.

[@Mark-kb6mu]

@@bigsmoothtruckin what's going on with ya today fam. So I filled out a application for the driving academy. And they sent me a offer letter. What does that mean. And they said I would run otr

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

@Mark-kb6mu Spunds to me like that means you're in the door. Fill that out and wait for the next process. That's great news🙏🏽

[@Kintellect777]

i got one more week training then i upgrade im kinda nervous 😭 im like more test but do you recommend going company or lease purchase with kllm ?

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

The test is going to be a cake walk. Just watch your mirrors for the drive test. And if you plan on staying with them 4+ years, possibly lease, if less, definitely company

[@xxlsutigersxx55]

How strict is kllm with their pet policy?? I have a great Dane that weighs around 190 pounds. That's my main factor in deciding what company I want to go with

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

I actually just made a video talking about this but I didn't drop it yet😭But they don't want dogs over I think 80lbs, but if you had him on the truck and he got over 80lbs after then they're like, oh well. But since he's already 190lbs they might not like that. All imma say is, they don't micro manage and never look in your truck. So as long as you aren't having him outside at the terminal, you can likely get away with it, especially if you say you had him on the truck before he got that big lol. But in short, yes if you're slick, no based on what they said. Hard to word in text how they said it in school so I hope this helps. They don't seem strick, though, there are Grey areas as he mentioned to us in class.

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

For more details you can hit me on insta and I can send an audio message 🙏🏽

[@jamesgrandt8194]

Sign with Schneider. One guy I met drove with a goat for a pet.

[@xxlsutigersxx55]

Lol. A goat?? Now that's funny

[@xxlsutigersxx55]

@@jamesgrandt8194 Thanks for the info. I will check it out

[@a87nomsirrah35]

I called kllm two weeks ago and they said that they are not hiring inexperienced hires. They require 6 months experience now a. That is what they told me

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

That's strange, that gotta be either new or a specific reason

[@a87nomsirrah35]

@@bigsmoothtruckin yeah, a petty reason! Another one of their recruiters told me that if I live in a different zip code, I can come on board without experience. But because my ZIP code, they require 6 months experience. Since when does a person's zip code determine how good of a driver a person is?

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

That's wild. A different company told me the same thing. Said I have to live in one of their states, but they travel all 48 states?? Like my license is good in each state, it shouldn't matter

[@a87nomsirrah35]

@@bigsmoothtruckin Yep. The companies that used to pluck anybody off the streets and put em in a truck are now playing these petty games. They r not hiring like they used to, which is ok for people who r already hired. But it's not ok for ppl who r trying to get started - someone like me.

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

That's very true, and it's unfortunate. Unless you have ideal circumstances or pay, it's usually tough

[@arielstrother1]

Do you have manual restriction on your license?

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Unfortunately, yes.

[@lukeskywalker81]

Yo sup bros n sistas , im 6months in with melton flatbed. What type of places do yall deliver 2?

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Mane flatbed is what I wanted to do, bro. That's lit. We deliver all over, Right aid, Hershey, Walmart, o Riley, seems like almost everywhere

[@Rio-f8j]

Do there Trucks Have APU?

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Yup!

[@elainerobinson214]

Hey, I am new here and just happened upon your channel. I am looking into KLLM and PAM. Do you have to work 7 days a week? Do they consider religious reasons for not working 7 days?

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Good morning. I never heard of Pam. Unfortunately, most, if not all OTR (Over The Road) companies will require you to work all 7 days. I keep the Sabbath, but as a trucker I still have to drive during, unless I'm on home time. If having the sabbath off is a necessity, I would look into a local company or a company like TMC. They are a flatbed company, however. But they work 5 days and off on the weekends. That's a company I've been considering going with. I hope this helps. You can reach out for further details or more questions. Sorry for the late response.

[@xoEverx]

Were you able to find out anything on the way they treat felony’s? Or which ones they won’t hire? Great vid BTW.

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

I'm on the phone with them now to find out, bro

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

I had totally forgot, my bad. But I'll have the answer in about 5 minutes

[@xoEverx]

@@bigsmoothtruckin you good thanks!

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

​@@xoEverxjust asked and they said it's within a certain amount of years and what you did. But he said usually no one thing will disqualify you. And they do hire fellons so yea bro. Just go ahead and apply and see what happens🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@xoEverx]

@@bigsmoothtruckin if I’m fresh off a charge do I have to wait a few years or is it just case by case?

[@Sbjoe410]

Will they hired recent graduates? I just got my Cdls

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

I think it depends on which state you live in

[@blu6278]

Do you get to pick your truck and do they only have automatic?

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

They only have automatic, unfortunately. But they have freightliner, KW, and peterbuilts

[@blu6278]

@@bigsmoothtruckin ok so you can pick the brand truck you want?

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Some people get the option but I didn't. I'm glad though, because I originally wanted the KW but now I LOVE my freightliner

[@blu6278]

@@bigsmoothtruckin that's what's up, am a KW fan. appreciate the reply.

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Yea KW is nice. And no doubt bro🙏🏽

[@louiemontana4547]

How big is kllm trucking company

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

"KLLM Transport Services sets course to become largest US refrigerated carrier" "The 52-year-old trucking company is well on its way to that goal. KLLM Transport currently runs 2,700 tractors and roughly 3,800 trailers. Community college partnerships with dedicated KLLM Transport driving academies help ensure a reliable supply of drivers to keep the fleet moving. As a result of its purchase of Frozen Food Express, the company operates 14 refrigerated warehouses, and more are in the planning stages." That's what I found on Google, but yea, it's pretty big.

[@santrellgillie6404]

Is it a pain to do reefer?

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Not at all. It's super simple and you hardly mess with it

[@itspeter6395]

What’s the speed governed at KLLM ?

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

62mph pedal 65mph cruise 67-70mph pass-smart

[@isafalaniko3260]

Thank you 🙏🏽

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

You are so welcome🙏🏽

[@Wizpopper]

Hey man I’m trying to get in trucking and get into that Cdl training , can I contact you?

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Most definitely, bro. My Instagram is @Big_Smooth_Truckin I'll try and answer any questions you have

[@info_fox]

Are they still trying to lure you into a lease purchase?

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Not me personally, no. Did they used to? I would get irritated by that smh.

[@autobarry]

Do you get a weekly pay guarantee?

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

You get paid weekly for sure (if you worked at least a day in that week), but OTR drivers do not have a guaranteed minimum pay. I don't know which one you were asking, so I said both, haha.🙏🏽

[@bck2thelobby_328]

Do they hire out of California?

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Short answer, I believe so. But you can call a recruiter to be certain. I know we do have a terminal out there so I would assume so

[@hamdylila4697]

My friend. I am from Egypt. How I can apply join with kllm company? I have cdl 5years experience...? Are they will accept persons outside usa drivers?

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

I'm not sure, you would have to call and ask how that works🙏🏽I hope it works out

[@francorama]

Do you guys hire out of the California area?

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

I'm not sure, we do have a yard out there so I'd assume so. You'd have to ask a recruiter to be certain, but I hope so.

[@jayjayjay5905]

Do they accept SAP drivers that are on step 6 on clearinghouse

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Unfortunately, I'm not too sure what that is, bro

[@jayjayjay5905]

@@bigsmoothtruckin it’s that clearinghouse program for drug and alcohol the fmcsa opened up

[@upinsmokedre420]

What’s good bro Baltimorian here are you still with this company? I’m looking to start with a company myself changing careers path as I will be retired from Comcast also where are they located?

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

You might have to call them to see if you're eligible. I'm originally from Louisiana, so that's why I was able to join. They're based out of Mississippi. But good for you, bro! I think changing careers can be a great idea if you're willing to be away from home in the beginning. Trucking can also be a challenge for some.

[@saidkhalamahmed5439]

Swift transportation starting .70 per mile no exp. northeast regional

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

That's love. But the training isn't all that from what I hear, and SWIFT have a bad name within truckers lol.

[@saidkhalamahmed5439]

it all depends on who's training you and yeah I knew they had a bad reputation when I went with them, don't get too caught up with that monkey see monkey do thing with swift bro, they pay well and since I've been out here running, I've noticed everybody else in the ditch besides swift, I never seen a swift truck in a ditch. They also have many perks that other trucking companies don't have like terminals and a variety of different trucks.

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

I talked to a SWIFT driver and he said starting is .50cpm?

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

But I agree, I dont listen to others (but I do pay attention) But thats why I like KLLM so much, the perks, terminals, different trucks, hometime etc. I see a lot of SWIFT trucks out on the road so I know its a big company. If its a good company, I dont know personally, but I always encourage everyone to do peoper research. I only speak on KLLM because thats who I'm employed by at the moment.

[@saidkhalamahmed5439]

Facts! they start .70 on a special account called VA95 running mainly northeast

[@williamc.seniorsiii3449]

Do kllm hire drivers from Miami, FL?

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

I'm not too sure, you'd have to call a recruiter to be certain. I think you can, either them or FFE (A sister company) because the girl that told me about KLLM was with FFE and they go to the same school so you might be able to.

[@ashantaoconner7886]

What is the requirements for people who just graduating from another driving school ? Do you have to have experience? are can you start without experience

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Yes you can start without experience if you have your cdl already, I'm not sure what the requirements are, however. There was two women in my class that got their cdl and no experience so it's definitely possible

[@mikel6237]

KLLM told me they don't hire recent graduates with CDL..

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Yea if you're a new graduate, you need 3 months experience from what I was told. They only hire new in certain situations or if you don't have your CDL

[@AnthonyConner]

Can you take your truck home for home time

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Yup, if you live far enough from the terminal

[@truckernamedbounty1921]

You have a new subscriber

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Appreciate the support

[@brothercozz9366]

Good video sir, what's the training pay ?

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

It depends on which location you go to but for Jackson we got $800 a week

[@PlayMakerKev]

Do KLLM have dedicated or regional?

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Yes, for both. I'm not sure how many or which ones because I'm OTR, but I know we have quite a few.

[@PlayMakerKev]

Thanks for the reply bro.. Keep up the good work and content!!💯

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

No doubt bro!

[@choodatrucker]

Did you go company? Or lease opp?

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Still company, I want to get familiar with everything first.

[@choodatrucker]

@@bigsmoothtruckin oh ok i feel. That's the route ill do as well starting out

[@jayg7677]

Bro , did you have a roommate when you were training?

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Yea, we all had a roommate while in class. Most of us actually got along with our roommates. I didn't want to either, but at the end of the day, it was coo. My roommate had a ps5, so we just chilled and studied and played Call of Duty in free time. Sometimes, we played music and left the doors open and watched the game with the other classmates. If your group is coo, it works out fr.

[@jayg7677]

@@bigsmoothtruckin, 1 more question bro , since you’ve had your own truck, how many times have you been drug tested??

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Just once. DOT requires every trucking company to drug test 50% of the company each year at random. So every year, you'll have a 50/50 chance of getting drugged tested.

[@elbassaraghii5744]

Paid hometime is the best one

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

I agree 100%

[@Willy800-s9n]

I don't mind they pay me bottom of the barrel just let me get the experience... I'm single & grateful.....

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

And KLLM, don't pay the bottom of the barrel, so if you're willing to, you'd be more than happy here, bro. And that's good, always good to br grateful🙏🏽

[@Willy800-s9n]

@@bigsmoothtruckin I'll let you know when, I get my permit and see who's willing to train me and I'll work for the company.

[@jamesgrandt8194]

If a company tells you that their drivers are their top priority, they are lying. Straight up.

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Eh, debatable. It could be for a selfish reason. Prioritizing your drivers means protecting your company's name and money. It's the same with most of any large company that isn't family owned. It's just life. But I prefer a company that at least stresses safety and "pretends" to care over a company that you can easily see that no one cares. From fast food, to trucking, to major corporations. If you aren't family, you're often looked at as another number.

[@jamesgrandt8194]

If any trucking company does not admit that making money is their top priority, they are lying to you. Period. Maybe in 2023 now that there is a driver shortage

[@randomlyentertaining8287]

@@jamesgrandt8194 And the best way to make money is to have drivers that feel valued by the company and are willing to go the extra mile. Good companies have learned by now that; Valued worker = productive worker = more money Yeah, there's still some shit companies but they're falling away more and more every year.

[@jamesgrandt8194]

@@randomlyentertaining8287 . I have heard that same "our drivers are our top priority" BS from Schneider, USA Truck, US Express and JB Hunt. USA Truck wanted me to learn from an older driver how to keep false logs to drive beyond the 10 hour limit. JB Hunt wanted me to turn in my tractor if I wanted to have more than 24 hours home time. Schneider was irate because I stopped after dozing off at the wheel and took a safety break. All they care about is making money. They may be adjusting their rhetoric now there is a driver shortage, but that line " no load is worth dying over" does not reflect the attitude of dispatchers. I finished my driving career hauling yachts and boats. Other than for boat shows, I was free to take my own sweet time delivering. My only criteria was to call ahead 24 hours for offloading. Best job I ever had.

[@davidturner9529]

Yes, can I work Six days if so ❓

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

No, you have to work at least 7 days to get time off. But that's actually very short for a company ORT driver. Most have to work a minimum of 2 weeks to 21 days to get time off.

[@davidturner9529]

How do truckers bath or Maintain their Laundry

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Truck stops have showers, KLLM mostly goes to pilot and the showers are really nice, clean, and spacious. As far as laundry, you can wash there (and pay) or have enough clothes to either last you until you get off the truck or make it to a KLLM terminal where they have free showers and laundry

[@robertstanley3406]

Hey Big Smooth I’m headed to Indiana this month can I make money running one week at a time? Family man here but willing to run the two weeks out at a time? Thanks!

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

It sucks to be gone from home more than a week but I would HIGHLY recommend 2 weeks out. More time home (4 days and $400 bucks), more miles for the 2 weeks, and paid to be home. I tried to stay out one week to test it and it still took 10 days to get back home because it's hard to find small loads in 7 days away and back, and no hometime pay since it wad less than 14 days on the road. Definitely 2 weeks, at least.🙏🏽🙏🏽💪🏽

[@robertstanley3406]

@@bigsmoothtruckin thanks man! Keep doing your thing and stay safe. God bless

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

@robertstanley3406 thanks brother!! Likewise!

[@itspeter6395]

Do KLLM do dry van and how much is pay ?

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

We have some dry van but not many. And I uploaded a detailed video on pay on my channel, check it out and let me know if you need more information on it.

[@prettynatural1973]

Thank you

[@Melser626]

Javion Magee worked for this company .. the man who lost his life and KLLM didn’t do anything about it

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

From my understanding and research, he appeared to have taken his own life, unfortunately. It's a very sad thing to see, especially as another black man, myself. Although it would be nice for KLLM to do something, I can't expect anyone to do anything specifically for it. No one can be the blame for their own actions. What we need is more mental health options for people, especially truck drivers. As a previous trainer, one of my students became super depressed once he got on the road. It's tough being a truck driver out here alone. I hope everyone involved heals from this traumatic situation.🙏🏽

[@johansolis29]

I sent you a DM with some questions🙏🏽

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

I responded bro🙏🏽

[@Sbc644]

Fedex will start you at 80-90 cents per mile. The problem is getting consistent loads.

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

@Sbc644 Yea, that seems to be common with higher paying jobs is consistency. That's another reason people come to KLLM. We have slow moments as well, but generally speaking, it's consistent.

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

@@Sbc644 That's much higher than I would have guessed. That's actually pretty cool

[@jimdango123456]

The yard dog isn't leaving the trailers high. Other drivers are responsible for that. The yard dog has a hydraulic 5th wheel that lifts trailers up and down. All the yard driver has to do is hook up airlines, pigtail and go. There's buttons inside the cab to raise and lower 5th wheel, and release the king pin. If drivers would lower the landing gear to about 2 inches off the ground and drop the airbags to lower it, you wouldn't have that problem.

[@achaosg]

Its a leaver to lower and raise the 5th wheel and yes the 5th wheel is air release.

[@The_One_Over_There]

@@achaosg it depends, I've worked with a few a few and most of them had them operated by a switch, Like a toggle switch. Some others had a lever, But i've also seen them with buttons. I guess it depends on the model

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Unfortunately, that is not always the case. I cant drop the airbag in my truck, same with all KLLM trucks so our trailer wouldnt be so high to where i would miss the whole kingpin. Some yard dogs raise the 5th wheel and lower the landing gear further then drop the trailer as "jokes" for drivers. When its just barely high, i can see that being the drivers fault. But not always.

[@achaosg]

@@bigsmoothtruckin I have never seen that anywhere in my 8 years of driving or saw a switcher doing it intentionally. I was also a switcher for three years. The only time we get out to raise or lower the landing gear is because the fork lift operator inside the warehouse asked us to do it because their may be an issue with the dock plate and it leveling off in the trailer. Its a rare occurance and is usually done with containers. Last thing we wanna do is keep climbing out a truck to mess or crank the landing gear when you move 80 trailers or so a night on a 12hour shift with a big warehouse and yard and only 2 or 3 spotters working it and moving about the same amount of trailers. Ditch the conspiracy.

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

@achaosg2161 Well, maybe it's something these newer guys are doing. We were warned about it in school and I saw it myself. If/when I see it again I'll record it. Why would a driver do all that work just to raise it that high? I had to ask a yard dog to raise a trailer so I could lower the landing gear of a FULL trailer, no driver had access to it before me. I'm new to driving, I couldn't even think to make something like that up. I'm glad you never had to go through it.

[@deechy]

Man I was looking into this company and was thinking about it but then I realized this is the company “Taemon Blair” was working for when he was killed in his truck ..and Karmeisha Thomas .. 2 black truckers under the age of 25 with very suspicious deaths that are both unsolved til this day . Be careful with them bro

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

I couldn't find who blair had worked for but that's sick. Thank you so much for sharing that bro🙏🏽I feel like they should have told us about this in school. Thank you for making me aware of this. Hopefully the company specifically had nothing to do with this, but I'm 100% keeping an eye out. And I always keep some kind of protection if you understand. Blessing to you bro, thank you again🙏🏽

[@johnpeterson5836]

Hello

[@millionmiler]

Yeah you can become a 9 million mile driver with driving for 35 years at KLLM

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Awesome! I saw a 2 million mile driver already, pretty crazy. 9 million is insane

[@leepialong]

i dont know why so many new drivers like OTR over local. Local trucking isn't bad and they accepts new drivers like OTR companies.

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Yea I would like to be local in the future, I just personally like OTR because unless you have experience or your own truck, you make a lot more OTR from what I've seen in my area at least. But I'm always told the money will almost always be better OTR besides a few exceptions. Also you back up more locally, which is the easiest way for a trucker to hit something, so OTR gets you used to backing without doing it all the time. A lot of local companies also require at least a year + OTR before hiring you for local.

[@leepialong]

@@bigsmoothtruckin how much do get paid doing otr? A lot local companies are willing to take fresh CDL drivers regardless of the 1 yr requirements posted on the site. Most local drivers starting with 80k+

[@leepialong]

@@AndriaSmith-gp6ms food service like Sysco, us foods, Pfg, McLane etc... Or the driving program in LTL such as fedex freight, old Dominion, Estes, and xpo. These will take no exp or fresh out of trucking school. Both industries are paying 80k+

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

That's what's up. Those (from my knowledge) pay so much because it's touch freight (meaning unloading the truck yourself for those who are new) so they can pay 80k+ but that's great money! And I put a pay video out but it's 70k+ first year. 99% no touch freight. But if you're willing to do the work, local is definitely good money in those cases🙏🏽I want everyone to do proper research. I say how KLLM is good from my experience, but other companies are definitely great options!!

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

@AndriaSmith-gp6ms the money looks to be decent, but I've only driven for KLLM so I can't speak too much on other companies. Maybe I'll start to interview some drivers one of these days

[@donjulio4025]

get into trucking for the money? there's no money in trucking, divide your hours into the money. people get into trucking because they just have a love for big truck.

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

This comment makes no sense. What do you do? Do you know what the average two income households make? Truckers make more than most other jobs in America. You can love a truck all you want. Most people will not leave their families to be with a truck if they don't make money. FYI My hours into money puts me at about 28 dollars an hour (not including bonuses and paid home time) The median number Americans make is about 55k a year. And that's usually after some time working at a place. Most trucking jobs start at that or higher. 🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@dannymar2806]

can i have a pet or the wife ride w me after a few months/training? if you mentioned that ..sorry i missed it.

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Absolutely! You can have pets and family. I met a guy who's wife and son lives on the truck with him.🙏🏽

[@dannymar2806]

​@bigsmoothtruckin alright cool. Thanks for quick response. Like most im sure..im a little weary (alot) weary about doing otr. We're in our 50s and never been apart very long.

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

Oh wow! I can definitely understand that. The pay might be different (less, likely) but I have heard of a company that trains 2 students at once (so 3 people on one truck) and if she don't like driving, she doesn't have to after yall pass but that way yall can learn in school together. I apologize for not being able to remember which company that was. But yea, at KLLM you can definitely have your wife tag along for the ride🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@warhorn1160]

Not a bad company but don’t care for auto trucks. Like my 18sp too much

[@bigsmoothtruckin]

I can definitely understand that, especially with the power