Should you DRIVE for Pepsi?! Local CDL Driver

[@597741876]

Tandems are difficult to slide if you're in a dock that has an incline. The pins will bind up against the sides of the pin holes. Pull yourself to level ground next time and see if that helps. Enjoying the vids. Your doing a great job for the amount of time you've been doing this.

[@Codystruckingadventures]

Jason thank you so much I will definitely do that next time I didn’t know that. That’s why I’m glad the veteran drivers are here to help. I appreciate the tip and for the kind words!

[@d_smoove1204]

@@Codystruckingadventures do you run the same route every week like is it a dedicated route for you or do you never know where your going throughout the week??

[@duroberz8777]

I was a merchandiser for 2 years or so and transitioned into driving for only about 7 months. It was the Dollar General, gas station accounts, so definitely more manual labor. It was a 4 day work-week, no major holidays, for the most part you work alone, good benefits and pretty decent/good pay. I agree with that it's a great company to work for. Somedays I think to myself that I wish I was still driving for Pepsi, but things change. By the way, just came across your channel and love the content. Keep it up!

[@Codystruckingadventures]

Hey thanks for the comment and that’s really cool I hope you enjoy your job and I wish you the best. I’m glad you enjoy the channel it means a lot! Stay safe driving and welcome to the fam!

[@danieljones2730]

Keep the videos coming! Loving all of them so far. Very entertaining and a great view into truck driver life.

[@Codystruckingadventures]

Thanks a lot Daniel I appreciate the kind comment and the support!

[@djtylerojala9910]

Thanks for another awesome video man! I love your attitude and mindset about everything! Much respect! 👍

[@Codystruckingadventures]

Thanks Tyler I appreciate that man!!

[@justinmcnaughton3016]

Dude lol at sysco we gotta break down every single pallet and load every single item on hand carts then wheel them into the stores and put them in separate places. Frozen in freezer cooler in fridge and dry with dry. Some times I open the trailer and pallets have fallen over completely with items everywhere. Your hard day in this video is probably my best day at sysco 😂 I love my job and make great money but damn man if that’s a hard day for you your job truly is amazing!! I agree with what you said though I’m this industry you gotta keep positive. Being angry and negative won’t solve nothing

[@Codystruckingadventures]

I agree man there’s no doubt Sysco is crazy hard work I’ve seen a videos on KZbin and it’s crazy. I would do it but the closest one is like over an hour away. Thanks for watching the videos man! I say go for it man it don’t that much out of my day honestly it doesn’t slow me down at work it’s taking an hour after work to edit and upload but that’s not that bad.

[@Codystruckingadventures]

@markchristian3249 💯💯

[@cdcnd4spd13]

Let us know when you finally get out of food service lol

[@nicholasscott2758]

Those 16.9 pallets are the worst. I’ve had to rebuild one like this in the back of the trailer in the Florida summer for a Winn Dixie. The warehouse left a gap behind that pallet. Then I got to that Winn Dixie and was backing it onto the scissor lift and it fell again 😂. Should have used the belt on my jack but figured it couldn’t happen twice in a day 🤣.

[@SnuffG]

16.9 ain't bad its the fridge mates that suck

[@TJ-100]

This happened to me and I made the warehouse pull it all off to fix it. My supervisor co-signed with me on it & I didn’t care how upset the warehouse workers were

[@Jigsaw_for420]

Keep up the great job I want to become a driver myself

[@Rev1Kev]

Noticed you work for a franchise bottler, by the nice equipment…..lol I’m a fleet mechanic for Pepsi, technically PepsiCo, and their trucking div, New Bern Transport out of Northern Michigan. Most of our tractors have some age, we just retired Model 2000 tractors. Currently our oldest is a 2004, and quite rusty

[@Codystruckingadventures]

That’s wild! Yeah our equipment is nice iq I’ll say that!

[@hdlr0033]

Omg, this has happened to me so much when my company classic beverages, had jarritos, and the warehouse would put loose 24c/s bottles at the button. :/ i don’t know their thought process when they do that.

[@Codystruckingadventures]

I swear it’s intentional lol. It’s a big mess sometimes!

[@hdlr0033]

@@Codystruckingadventures couldn’t agree more

[@Jhan1996]

I'm currently working for BRC(Pepsi) as a Front Line vending merchandiser. Driving a box truck to markets and filling up vending machines. Super great company to work for so far.

[@dbxek]

Love the consistent videos. Gives me something to watch at work (I work at a trucking line as security lol). Great work man, would be cool if you told us about your experience and how you got into trucking, why Pepsi, etc.

[@Codystruckingadventures]

That’s a great idea Tyler on my next video I’ll make sure to go over that and more on what led me to getting my CDL. Thanks for watching my man!

[@justinmcnaughton3016]

I enjoy your videos man! Iv considered making videos myself for sysco but I worry how much time it would take out of my day

[@SawIt0nReddit]

Happy to see you're doing well man. I was going to go to Cypress to get my CDL so I was watching your videos a couple months ago and now I come to find out you're working for Pepsi, that's dope. I wish you the very best. I'm going to Stevens to get my CDL, hopefully I'll be on the road with you soon.

[@Codystruckingadventures]

Nice man! Thanks for still watching and good luck to you man Steven’s is a great company

[@SawIt0nReddit]

@@Codystruckingadventures Thanks brother 🤙

[@mrgates242]

Don’t go to cypress very unprofessional company

[@627cap]

you end up going on with stevens? if so, any insight? i got my cdl trying to find the right company

[@SawIt0nReddit]

@@627cap I did. Turns out getting the license itself was the easy part. Being in the truck with the trainer for 5 weeks almost made me quit. Absolutely terrible experience. My training counselor was also terrible. $700/week minus taxes while in training. The pay is .50cpm. The "guaranteed pay" of $1k/week is rare because in order to qualify you have to be available (meaning your truck can't be broken down, home time, etc), can't turn down any loads and you have to be on time for pickup and delivery. The problem is Stevens will give you loads that are already late so you can't get the guaranteed pay if your miles don't hit 2k for that week. Other than that I have no problems. It seems like everyone at the company who is in a supporting role are extremely polite and friendly. The people you're most likely to have a problem with seem to be the people you will spend most of your time talking to (grad driver manager, training counselor, regular driver manager). But road rescue, safety, the people in the shop, etc are all very nice and helpful. Home time can be sketchy. I was supposed to go on home time to change my license back to my home state and instead they sent me on the opposite side of the country even though I had no hours to run the load and haven't run recaps since I've been solo. It's a personal preference, but I know they notice I just don't do it and always take my 34 hour breaks. They said to hell with that and now I'm still out here trying to make it back home. The equipment is newer and if for some reason something happens to your truck that will cause it to be out of commission for a few days they can give you a new truck. I got a 2024 Kenworth. Overall it's a decent enough company but once I get a year in I'm moving on. I'm just taking note of every company I see while I'm out here on the road. All in all it's a decent starter company and of course ymmv. But there are probably better companies out here. I'd suggest checking the r/trucker subreddit on Reddit to get some opinions.

[@Schmitty4564]

I've been at Pepsi for 20 years delivering vending machines and coolers to schools, fairs, you name it. Actually love my job, 4- 10 hour days driving a semi. Just came across your channel, what state are you in? I'm in Ohio

[@javitije5075]

Appreciate the videos man. Gives me a distraction from my studies keep them coming

[@Codystruckingadventures]

Thanks a lot! We all need a distraction at times I appreciate the support!

[@theodorejohnkaczynski9442]

So the driver has to double handle product that was loaded wrong? No thanks I'd drop that whole mess right on the dock

[@itryhard4reason276]

that’s called laziness

[@teecee9926]

😂i like your style

[@Balal8281]

@@itryhard4reason276that’s called not working harder than you’re supposed to for someone else not doing their job right. Let them fix what they messed up

[@nightfighter7452]

​@@itryhard4reason276 what the warehouse workers had while loading that truck, I agree😂

[@ThaKid13]

A bad day is better than a sorry ass 9-5😂🤷🏼‍♂️. Nice vid bro…. I’m currently stuck in Connecticut waiting on a load so I enjoy the content when I have time! I’m ready for local stuff! Tired of OTR🤷🏼‍♂️😂. Thanks for the vids…. #ThatsTruckin

[@Codystruckingadventures]

Dang I hope you’re still not stuck!! Thanks for the support man that OTR life is rough man!

[@Dark5ide12]

Only thing that sucks as a driver is when the loaders be loading the trucks wrong and builders not wrapping pallets enough

[@marcusmarshall4018]

I’m a Geo Driver in Georgia and I’ve been loving working for PepsiCo.

[@Codystruckingadventures]

That’s what’s up bro! 💪🏼

[@quentinarnold3868]

I have a interview for a Geo Driver! What exactly is a Geo Driver? Just a fancy term or do they do different types of trucks and trailers?

[@DBreedTV]

I got an interview at the one in Atlanta tomorrow is difficult?

[@marcusmarshall4018]

@@DBreedTV no it not difficult just have to do lots of manual labor

[@marcusmarshall4018]

@@quentinarnold3868 it’s just a term for small format delivery

[@redneckoutlaw2134]

great video and thanks gain for the insight on my question you sure responded fast

[@Codystruckingadventures]

Absolutely!

[@devinmcbride6418]

Early bud I work for Jbhunt as a trailer mechanic so it’s cool seeing the other end of the stick

[@Codystruckingadventures]

That’s what’s up man! I need you to come fix that trailer I had today🤣

[@WhiteLineFever1999]

when i worked for UNFI last year this kind of stuff happened all the time, or straps would rip while en route ans had products on the pallet that would fall over and have to spend an extra 30 min to hour restacking all of it.

[@brianriddle5436]

Love the video. When you get ready to relock your tandoms just push in the trailer air supply, than reapply and tug it till it locks. Maybe those trailers are different. Maybe try it. Stay safe out there.

[@Codystruckingadventures]

Thanks for the tip man!

[@jamesgannaka.awesome9628]

Just ran across your video great job like your content and a new subscriber- james from bama

[@Codystruckingadventures]

Thanks for the support man! Also, welcome to the fam💪🏼

[@positivityandpeace3548]

i’m a bread driver and seeing that leaning pallet of Dew reminds me of the time i drove over some bumpy railroad tracks that ended up knocking off my load bar . I heard all the bread racks moving around back there . when i finally made it to my stop there was smashed loafs of bread everywhere in the truck . i ended up skipping 2 family dollars because their entire order was smashed 😂😂😂

[@RealUnknownGamer827]

Love your attitide bro i want to be home every day got my year in regional with paid training for free with millis transfer and im ready to be home everynight, drive just down the road to pepsi, hit the gym, time with fam n frenz, the pay increase is subtle but enough, and well join the pepsi fam it seems really enjoyable!! (P.S. MY UNCLE WORKS FOR COCA COLA WHAT DO I TELL HIM LMAO)

[@easysniper20]

Man U so lucky bro wish I was running bulk like u man these side loaders whopping my ass

[@Codystruckingadventures]

Bro I’m sorry man I heard the side loaders are real bad man

[@keylaquintanilla3499]

I would’ve backed it into the dock and had warehouse re-stack it.

[@nicholasfrye145]

If you don’t wanna slide them tandems I’ll put my dock plate down and drive it up pallet first with the forks all the way up just gotta be careful

[@Codystruckingadventures]

Yeah even then it was too low man was going to do that but didn’t feel comfortable with it.

[@nicholasfrye145]

@@Codystruckingadventures just takes some time just gotta put some speed into it

[@Codystruckingadventures]

@@nicholasfrye145 absolutely man thanks the tips!

[@dontrelljohnson6604]

Man I’m trying to work for Pepsi. I’m in the background process. Passed my dot physical and drug test. But I received an email saying I have a invalid cdl permit even tho I have a cdl since 2020.

[@deerjohn7995]

They expire after 6 months ………..

[@mayberry1965]

Interesting content and view point of your deliveries 👍

[@Codystruckingadventures]

Thanks a lot!

[@cizzle371]

I understand this was out of your control, but I've heard you mention multiple times that they don't supply enough straps on these loads.Why don't you go purchase some to keep in the truck? Just remember to take them off at the end of the day once the trailers dropped.

[@Codystruckingadventures]

That’s true I actually just got some the other day and keep in my bag so it doesn’t happen again!

[@markmckay666]

All patt of the gig bro. Happens to me occasionally but qt least ur home after ur shift

[@Codystruckingadventures]

Very true my man!

[@charlespethtel6469]

Thanks for the video, stay safe!

[@Codystruckingadventures]

Thanks Charles you too!

[@deonwhite201]

Thank you 🙏 for sharing and I just scribed

[@Hardcorediver44]

You got screwed by the loader. No straps. Take pic's and send to the warehouse manager.

[@Codystruckingadventures]

I always did never did no good man

[@darrellsaunders4267]

At least it wasn't GLASS bottles!

[@Codystruckingadventures]

That’s so true!

[@charlesnelson2282]

Hey I drive for Pepsi as well, I have had plenty days like that 😀, good job

[@mikeahs06]

Gravel, snow, ice, wet pavement etc... Everything is gonna change how your trailer moves around.

[@Codystruckingadventures]

Thanks Mike!

[@aaronholmes9258]

Why not pull into that road and basically back it in towards the dock instead of jack knifing backing?!?!

[@Codystruckingadventures]

There’s no room man it looks like it on Video but there’s no way

[@msorto1254]

maybe if you put the pallets againt the wall of trailer it wouldnt fall over

[@Codystruckingadventures]

I don’t load the pallets watch more videos my man and you would know that.

[@msorto1254]

@@Codystruckingadventures I’m referring to that last pallet

[@Respect_The_Hustle226]

If the trailer was sealed before he started whoever put the seal on is responsible for securing the loads.

[@Daniel-jk9ge]

Is the pay good? If you don’t mind me asking how much do they pay ?

[@Codystruckingadventures]

Not the best wouldn’t waste time more money at other places

[@Daniel-jk9ge]

@@Codystruckingadventures got you thx for the reply I just my cdl so looking where to start I heard Coca Cola is pretty good I sent my application but haven’t received any info yet ima keep looking for a decent job to start at

[@Codystruckingadventures]

@@Daniel-jk9ge check out concrete mixer drivers they pay good that’s what I’m doing now congrats

[@Daniel-jk9ge]

@@Codystruckingadventures i appreciate the tip

[@taliskadzejs3642]

Are you assigned a tractor to use every day or use a different one everyday?

[@elgringo4918]

Someone didn't do their pre-trip and double checked their load...

[@Codystruckingadventures]

The driver who brought it to the yard didn’t. That’s why when I did my pre trip I seen it

[@devonvore1551]

Do you ever check your load before you leave? You probably shouldn't have to but I feel like the driver is responsible for their load.

[@Codystruckingadventures]

I check my load, but when you have 20 pallets in front of each one how good can you tell?

[@devonvore1551]

@@Codystruckingadventures yeah you can really only do something with the pallets on the tail. I'm hoping to start pepsi next week just filled out my app. Seems they're hiring drivers here in Northern Indiana at least once a month. Starting $27.55. Probably gonna be sore the first couple weeks. Drive safe

[@augustineramos_]

How do you get bulk routes? Seniority? Which makes more money?

[@josephwootenVGK]

it is 100% the drivers responsibility make sure the Load is straps down. Not the warehouse

[@Codystruckingadventures]

Lol okay because we can see from the very back of the trailer from the front thanks for the stupid comment

[@josephwootenVGK]

@@Codystruckingadventures Don't hate FACTS. the DOT would have told you the same thing. Besides that you do make decent videos

[@Codystruckingadventures]

@@josephwootenVGK DOT for sure thanks I’m not there anymore couldn’t handle how bad they was. I’ll be posting new vids soon

[@rohitsaproo9518]

Hi how company pay you per mile or per hour pls reply

[@Codystruckingadventures]

We are paid salary where I’m at!

[@Grandmastapotts]

How long is the average shift? Do they pay OT after 40 hrs?

[@dougdodge8801]

Keep good job 👍

[@Codystruckingadventures]

Thanks man!

[@emmanuelmartinez5685]

How to apply at Pepsi can you send me the link to it ? Like website thank you

[@wydalewillis1969]

As a driver you’re supposed to check your load sir

[@jesus-xr9yo]

What is the salary and the state you are in.

[@zepa0840]

So you have to wake up at 3am everyday to do these beverage delivery jobs?

[@chuglab4031]

Do you record with the the gopro camera

[@Firefighter-ki1fw]

I use to work for Coca Cola as a merchandiser.

[@Codystruckingadventures]

I heard that’s rough man

[@Firefighter-ki1fw]

@@Codystruckingadventures it is that why I left.

[@jimmynagle4663]

That's a Co. Response. Pych, are you okay.

[@Codystruckingadventures]

Lol I’m all good

[@j5golive796]

May you email me a Pepsi recruiter information for the driver position please?

[@jimkontos4221]

Do u get to take sodas home from work at good prices

[@Codystruckingadventures]

No they just usually have some in a cooler for us!

[@nicklaaflare1907]

Drinking Sodas aren’t good for you

[@pigstain7531]

Sugar addiction truck lol😂

[@Codystruckingadventures]

🤣🤣

[@rogersmainerogers5752]

Whats the name of the position u have

[@Andrew-DailyConvo]

What is Geo delivery?

[@Codystruckingadventures]

I’m not sure we run different here at Buffalo rock

[@JoshO-t7f]

@@Codystruckingadventures I run Geo Delivery for Pepsi in Canada, and its great, no paper work everything is on the phone. We have full wood skids and we have what we call half pallets. The half pallets can be directly brought in any store through the front door with our sleds. So makes it easier and less hand carting.

[@Cartergoesharder]

Does it get lonely?

[@Codystruckingadventures]

Sometimes but I like the freedom of being a truck driver

[@99Getrdone]

Take pictures and report it?

[@stevenjones3755]

👍

[@Codystruckingadventures]

My man!💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼

[@coleparker11]

bulk route life

[@LifeWithDNAx2]

👍🏾

[@Codystruckingadventures]

💪🏼

[@TheGUCCIMANE83]

Are you still with them

[@Codystruckingadventures]

No

[@wslycmmngs]

@@Codystruckingadventureswhich Buffalo Rock did you work at? Why did you leave? I start on the 18th

[@Codystruckingadventures]

@@wslycmmngs Tuscaloosa, the pay and micromanagement.

[@gsherman554]

👍 💯 💯

[@Codystruckingadventures]

💪🏼💪🏼💯

[@joshuagelona5533]

Loader did bad job

[@Codystruckingadventures]

Sure did man.

[@joshuagelona5533]

@@Codystruckingadventures I know the feeling. I am working for Coca-Cola and I had like this leaned tower load. Pissed my trainer and me off. Hope your day goes better

[@Codystruckingadventures]

@@joshuagelona5533 I appreciate that man and you know how it sometimes man just gotta keep grinding and push through it. Keep grinding at coke man and thanks for the support!

[@kingsleygooden8886]

Love the video keep up the good work is Pepsi union

[@joshuagelona5533]

@@Codystruckingadventures yes sir! Be safe!

[@TheGUCCIMANE83]

👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@jimmynagle4663]

Don't want you on worker's comp.

[@Codystruckingadventures]

Lol same here man

[@TheGhtyghty]

👍🏽

[@MatthewSmith-cs5ky]

Why wouldn't you just of turned right and then backed straight up!!!!

[@OdinAllDaddy]

👍

[@Codystruckingadventures]

The GOAT!!

[@LavonteRay]

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[@kniik-knaak]

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[@Matts_Presentations]

👍

[@Codystruckingadventures]

Thanks man!!💪🏼

[@josephhawkins8064]

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[@tjm10181]

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[@Codystruckingadventures]

My man!

[@CaptainMorganJnr]

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[@fooddude411]

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[@TXDC2024]

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[@Codystruckingadventures]

My man!

[@danielcouturier6037]

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[@Codystruckingadventures]

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