The Knight Life: Episode 1 | So Much More Than Just A Driver

[@KnightTransportation1]

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[@joelucio3490]

keep on truckin

[@joelucio3490]

Transplantation

[@zackpionjr7673]

I want to work for this company

[@timothykelley6424]

I would like to drive for Knight Transportion

[@bimalgopi3940]

I Want To Join This Company

[@MrSouthsidejunkin]

I think this is a great idea that someone who works with drivers in an office setting, goes home every night, sits down and has dinner with his or her family and has more time to relax at home actually goes out with a driver and experiences the road life with another driver. This should be part of the training videos that ALL office employees including payroll should watch.

[@haynes1776]

I'll consider driving for Knight. I Like the way they encourage drivers to take their breaks at company terminals instead of regular truck stops to have a sense of security. And Knight has good equipment and good top of the line trucks. so count me in.

[@catliftresearch]

You might want to find out what they're paying, just saying...

[@haynes1776]

@@catliftresearch Ok. I will. I'm looking into all options. All companies

[@OwnsGermany]

This is a lot better recruiting tool than that Knight driver with his own channel yelling and screaming about coming to work for Knight. Nice video.

[@davidgeorge000]

If you believe this your a moron. It's all set up. That guy yelling and screaming told the truth. But don't believe us, go work there. 🤣

[@TheSmarq17]

As a former trucker and a former Knight driver, I really appreciate what this guy did. This should be mandatory for all dispatchers and most upper leadership as well. There is nothing worse than being stuck with a immature dispatcher that obviously has never left home trying to tell you about certain things out on the road. It's good to walk a mile in the shoes of those you will have so much control over. I really enjoyed my time with Knight so it doesn't really surprise me that someone in this good trucking company would do this. Good people make for a good company.

[@KnightTransportation1]

We agree. We have learned so much by going on tons of ride-a-alongs just like this.

[@mrsinnizter]

This video come out very good feel like im watching a TV episode

[@MichaelLKW-Fahrer]

I really hate it when people say "I'm just a" never put yourself down using that to describe your job. And well done for correcting him.

[@KnightTransportation1]

We agree. Truckers are the backbone of America!

[@ronaldstephens1792]

@@KnightTransportation1 Amen!!! Folks start bitching when their products aren't on the shelves....necessary evil I say!🤣👌

[@texomatic]

As a 20+ year veteran of the trucking industry and a video producer, I have to say good job Knight. You have the bravado to put forth the initiative to combine office personnel and drivers on the front lines AND video the journey. This is something that the trucking industry is slow to respond to. This is how you recruit in 2016. I know how much time and effort is needed in this type of video. Whoever you have paid to shoot and edit this just earned their paycheck 100% Good job all the way around...

[@texomatic]

I did a little writeup on this at facebook.com/texomaticpictures

[@parkersplanet]

I like that you are putting out these videos. I find them entertaining and informative. For me it brings awareness to what truckers have to go through and brings awareness to their daily lives.

[@tomallen9978]

I have done this and it is a hard life away from wife and, in my case, small children. It was many years ago but I still remember how much I enjoyed driving over the road and I do miss it, but I could not do what I did then, I've gotten older and much softer.. Much kudos to the men and women making our deliveries so that we can enjoy life!

[@KnightTransportation1]

It is not easy, you are right. We appreciate you taking the time to watch and write to us.

[@tomallen9978]

You are most welcome!

[@raymondthomas9216]

luv the videos by Knight with management in the trucks.makes me proud to become a Knight driver on March 13th in Charlotte nc

[@bks7842]

I think this is a great thing for a company to do, trucking or other wise. Maybe bringing drivers into the office for a day or two would be a good experience also.

[@LuckyWatene]

More office staff need to do what you guys are doing. Good Stuff from NZ

[@icewizzard666]

Absolutely love this type of fly on the wall type documentary where the boss or other members of the company go and see what goes on!

[@KnightTransportation1]

Glad you enjoyed the video Marc

[@idienigheuku5815]

Brilliant vid you should open a branch in the UK I would come work for you guys

[@jjtrucking1530]

Great company to work for. Treat you with respect that’s the most important. I’m glad I choose knight.

[@michellewashington7143]

Do they have team drivers?

[@chuckcapage6238]

I just started watching this channel. So far I'm impressed. I'm excited. I start at Knight in Columbus Ohio in 7 more days

[@treyd1400]

Good luck my guy 💯

[@gustavodigiuseppe849]

Administración y Respeto es lo que siento por su Profesión. Ni hablar de los camiones, verdaderas Maravillas de las autopistas.

[@aarromortiz2810]

I came across these it’s been almost a year since I worked at knight I do miss it but I like being home and on weekends to may consider it

[@armandodorta1169]

Thank you for your video, I am working on coming to work with Carlisle PA and Kim is helping me, thank you all

[@bwashburn1972b7]

that was pretty cool! I always wanted to see the tables turned, and wow! I have to say, kinda makes me look at knight differently, like they actually care. Keep up the good work knight Corp! Take care of them drivers! God bless y'all!

[@bwashburn1972b7]

At least he made an effort ...I don't see any other corporate company white collar nacho head hoppen in a truck!!! At least he made an effort han

[@TravisGinther]

This is something I would like to do. I first have to get my CDL

[@KnightTransportation1]

We have a school. When ever your ready to start your adventure.

[@carlamarn79]

Do I need my CDL permit first and do Knight offer training in Florida?

[@Brooklyn_Powers]

Go to a private trucking school. Then find a better company than knightmare to work for.

[@gangoffour6690]

Only my second episode watched and really enjoyed it. Can't wait to watch more. I haven't watched TV in more than 5 years now and I prefer to watch the content on KZbin . Much more unique content and you can find anything you want along with surprises like this channel I found today. Peace from New Hampshire.

[@kevinbernal9057]

This is where I want to start my career .

[@kevinbernal9057]

Because the video makes it seem like the best place to do so.

[@haynes1776]

It's been over 9 years since I drove a truck. All that Time the thought of returning to trucking has faded but trucking is still in my blood and despite what some people think, I deserve a second chance. My first experience on the road I made some mistakes but I'm willing to learn the lessons and put them to good use. I want to do it again and work towards a blessed career.

[@KnightTransportation1]

You can give us a call at 8884knight to see if you can help you. Hope to hear from you soon.

[@BK-zb7iw]

What a great video. I like the fact management is getting in the trucks and running with their drivers. If you have been a driver and went into management that's great. Just NEVER forget your roots and treat drivers with the respect they deserve. There is no perfect company and no perfect driver, so don't criticize the company or driver. I drove for 15 years and went into the fire service for better money and to be home more. Retirement is just around the corner and I will most likely go back to driving. Driving is the best job I ever had and I would be willing to give Knight a try, especially if the benefits are good and it looks like they might be. Great videos!

[@KnightTransportation1]

Thank you for taking the time to write this incredible message. You are 100 % right about all of it. When you reach retirement and are considering getting back into a truck we would love to chat with you about how we can help you do that.

[@RutMoe]

KEEP ON TRUCKING. Awesome video.

[@KnightTransportation1]

Thank you Rut!

[@chilidog1]

Super Great Video. I've spent over 350 hours of research into Trucking, and I'm really hoping to have all of my affairs in order, my DOT Medical Card, and CDL Permit by, at the latest, the 2nd week of April 2020 when hopefully arriving at Knight ready to start Training for my CDL. Seems like a Great company, and I want to be a part of the Knight family. After all my exhaustive research, at this point, Knight is my final decision without a doubt.

[@ernanesilva2166]

I am Ernane from Brazil and congratulations for the work that has with the drivers very good to knight transtation Congratulations

[@airforcelogistics3301]

All FMCSA rule/law proposers should have to ride along before pushing these almost draconian Elogs, mandates, etc. They really should require FMCSA's to ride annually like CE's in school. Ijs. Would be nice.

[@jerryhuff86]

Are seriously that stupid

[@davidp.6812]

Im in Las Vegas. I just applied to Knight. Hope they call me back soon. Im excited for my first Class A job. This video is very informative. Thanks guys!

[@Blue-h2m]

Hi, did you get a call back from knight? And if so what was your experience?

[@MikeRemvidas]

Knight was a great experience 👌🏼 OTR gets in your blood & if I ever go back OTR I hope Knight would take me back ✌🏼

[@bluemule534]

Excellent video, Good Men, Good Equipment thanks////

[@dennismccoy291]

I start orientation with Knight on the 26th of this month. I’m excited about it

[@KnightTransportation1]

Awesome! Let us know if you need anything :) see you Monday!

[@Area559Duh]

How was it

[@jparker12004]

I bet u will leave them in one year.

[@jmartinez3061]

@@jparker12004 i'm considering giving Knight a try. Whats the reason behind the one year?

[@jerryhuff86]

Give u a month

[@TonyM540]

Great vid, love watching you guys in USA. As a European truck driver we don’t have it as good as you. We have to deal with much more stringent driving hours & regulations. Companies that treat drivers like dirt, smaller trucks, and half the pay you guys get. I’d love to do a few years in USA.

[@douglas724]

Quality manager...appreciates the sacrifice and makes sure a statement like, "just a driver..." doesn't stand.

[@23dgoudeau]

first company I drove with have no complaints great company to start with and make a great career with hard work and brains

[@KnightTransportation1]

T Moz - That is awesome to hear. Where are you working now?

[@jparker12004]

I drove for Knight back in 20011 for several years. I was a trainer for one year. Knight is now Merged with Swift and it's quality of Drivers has gone down a lot. As for not being just another driver, well that is BS!!! When I left to work for another Truck company, I am pretty sure there was already another person driving the POS rig I had when I was with Knight/ Swift Transportation.

[@wtf1231122]

Yeah that's one of those idea's that office people float around the office to name it sound like they care

[@ppger44]

When I drove for SNI, they didn't change the mattresses. I had one that had a 2' round brown spot in the middle and turned it over. That side was dirty too, but, not as bad.

[@larryhammond23]

I like this. I like how people in the iffice see the other side the company. I wish other companies would use this technique.

[@annmariebeharie5989]

Wow this is so good that you guys from the office come out and see what drivers go through

[@KnightTransportation1]

How else would we get better if we didn't listen to our drivers?

[@babyjesus2025]

I don't recommend eating big meals like that if you're a truck driver, u don't need all that food, you don't do anything but drive, all that food is unnecessary.

[@theamerican7131]

Enjoyed and liked the video. Thanks.

[@whatheworld]

Well done clip Knight !! You are to be commended for your attempts to create a more friendly environment . Its good seeing the admin types getting putting themselves in the drivers culture ! It will hopefully give them a higher appreciation of the drivers who keep things moving !

[@JanitorIsBack]

+whatheworld it is called promotional material

[@cullertransportation]

T.J was an awesome terminal manager, who went to bat for me a few times. the driver managers out of that slc terminal weren't as good. i really wish they would have done this when i drove for them, especially when i was in their lease/purchase program. things might have went differently if they had. I always got the feeling that very few of them that were higher than drivers actually cared. T.J was one of them.

[@akeemthegreattv7418]

I jus started with Schneider but I will definitely cross over to knight once my speeding tickets fall off

[@32springstreetnyc94]

You'd be making a mistake!

[@paddymickiemickie8221]

They were a driver, They are an ex driver Never just a driver, But then just word play , Drivers are an important part of the team,like any operators

[@haynes1776]

I heard about knight and Swift merging together. I trust in the Knight brother's ability and business skills to attract new drivers. I also have considered Swift as well. But I'm more drawn towards Knight. And I will put in the effort and determination to be a good, safe driver, and establish a bond between me and my driver manager/dispatcher. And I believe The knight Brothers can improve Swift and make her a better carrier and they do have a flock of good drivers to do it.

[@KnightTransportation1]

Thank you for that. Give us a call when you are ready 8884knight

[@christianmadsen3810]

Thank you for sharing your story

[@DMWBN3]

I've enjoyed driving jobs in England. Not semis but LWB Mercedes sprinter vans. Used to drive the length of the country and sleep in the van regularly. Was good fun whilst I did it, but what stopped me going back to it was the heavy heavy manual lifting that came with it. Getting too old for what they expected. Good way to see your country and different scenery. Take a mate or even more fun a girlfriend !! 😁🙏

[@jamesontrucker-lifestyle8097]

400 miles a day is just piece of care. I drive 600+ miles a day. Usually take my 30mn break within 430 miles.

[@MrMaximus1974]

I been saying it for years that before someone becomes a dispatcher that you need to be in the road with a driver 2 days to a week at min,,,I went to school and many opsticles to get my CDL and its just funny they just apply and get hired to sit in a chair and to them its a reg job,,I say you wanna dispatch you go on the road first my theory,,,been with Knight a little over three yrs and liking it not perfect but i see a few minor changes here and there..thanks kool video..

[@MrMaximus1974]

Oh gosh Mr Ting,, i am so so so sorry that my spell correction on my cell is not too smart....thank you..!!!

[@wallacewood2126]

obstacles

[@nareshthorat3091]

Good Morning Team, It's a pleasure n Honor to learn n Study how to drive a Responsible n Dedicated n Safety Drive n Fulfillment of our Greate Transportation Job Done with Professional Driver. 🙏👍👌⭐💯🇮🇳😎

[@seph4667]

I had the pleasure to work with T.J. and assure you, he is authentic, caring and respectful to all. Knight is a well-run company. Fond memories guaranteed, guys. Such a fine video! Best Wishes for a safe, healthy 2020, everyone. Especially you, T.J.

[@CaseyDoss]

I Also like Knight Transportation

[@johndavis7497]

When you first go/report there for training? Can you start at the terminal of choice ? Or does it go by closest terminal to the zip code on your drivers license? Great Video by the way very informative, detailed, well done! Congratulations too the person/persons that made it .😊

[@Truck_Trappher_Qui]

Nice clean windows and nice truck what is the best thing to clean your windows with

[@Alex-bh5mw]

This video is better than The Little Guy videos

[@chadepps4021]

This is the first video I have seen going to check out the other 4 and then make my decision if I should still apply at Knight Transport or not!

[@ggliberty]

this was a factor in me coming to Knight

[@KnightTransportation1]

Thank you for letting us know. We are happy your part of our family.

[@MrJoey9784]

im a driver from the philippines, do you accept foreign drivers?

[@KnightTransportation1]

joey gutierrez we dont sponsor however of you are in America on a work visa we do have a school you can attend.

[@Larrycbr1]

Awsome attitude!!

[@northdakotastrong6517]

Great Video, this is where not only I want to be, but need to be,,,

[@northdakotastrong6517]

Lol no xbox or cartoons. I am 52 and been in the industry since 1998. Tread lightly young pup.

[@northdakotastrong6517]

yep I guess we are both young pups lol. With different points of view which is a good thing. Just think what would happen if we agreed on everything.

[@jrgreene63]

I am considering coming to get my CDL at Phoenix and then drive for Knight! This is going to be a later in life career and lifestyle change. Any secrets or hints on how to succeed in this goal.

[@kurtbachsnazcher7115]

It's all about your own truck and authority.

[@colestevens6885]

quick question what is it like for experienced drivers who are going to knight transportation? normally im out about 3 month then got home fo like 3 to 5 days.

[@dujuanespencer4298]

this was an awesome video. knight is the best.

[@koloradob5807]

Avg driving 400miles a day 0.o lol.. I do that be4 my 30mins break

[@percyastronautstatus.8780]

Everybody don't have to kill themselves ...that's me...400 a day

[@AdamGbl95]

You figure.....400 a day and no 34hr reset...no rush...or 600/day and take a reset after busting your butt. Some guys can drive forever though. My friend drove for 900mi once Nogales, AZ - San Francisco, CA (before elogs)

[@chrisme7307]

I like how he holds the streeingwheel like they are not moving. Look more safer in front of the company camera

[@1masut]

Now THIS is a recruiting video. Are you paying attention William Kling and Matthew Eso!!!!

[@jamienew8782]

+1masut they are apart of the project....

[@1masut]

+Jamie Souza if you say so

[@wbijshoutout9787]

this was a good video it was some of the day of the road drivers I hope the next few are ok too good job cj be safe

[@mad_max2112]

With almost 25 years in the industry, I'm looking at transitioning into recruiting or becoming a driver liaison and I've noticed over the years that so many companies miss out on that aspect of driver retention. Retention is important for many reasons when it comes to cost and safety. Most drivers have an accident within six months of hiring on with a new company if what I've read is correct. I've observed over the years, talk to other drivers and over heard conversations on the old "Phone Banks" as to why drivers leave a company. Many times they just need someone to hear them out or someone that can look into a problem for them and sometimes they just need to blow off a little steam and have a little buffer between them and the dispatcher, safety, payroll or whomever. Companies lose too many drivers over something that could be solved by someone they feel has their back and will try to help the out. So what does a driver do when someone won't listen? They go to the driver's counter and they look for someone who will listen and they beat the company down in front of other drivers and now you have a driver who is wanting to quit poisoning your pool of potential driver candidates. "Well I heard company X is like this from one of their drivers when I was at the T/A last week." and that hurts your recruiting. Being a veteran as well, I think a company could benefit from recruiters willing to travel to military installations and seek out some of the country"s best to train and place behind the wheel. Also seeking out displaced workers and I'll give you an example, Carrier in Indianapolis, In moving to Mexico. There will be a lot of hard working folks looking for jobs when they close. Unemployment offices and job fairs are a place to try to get them into the industry, which is already struggling with numbers.

[@drivingtotokyo2078]

Great video!

[@TheDennyshows]

Drove by the Fontana terminal today, I thought I could just walk in and look around. Nope! What was I thinking? Just excited That's all.....can't wait to earn my CDL

[@KnightTransportation1]

How long until you get your cdl?

[@christopherthomas28]

I use to drive out of Indy great video I had awesome dm would still be there if the pay was higher , but had to move on

[@TheAksleepy]

Ok today I had my opinion of who is "just a driver" proven to me, so here's where your vp's viewpoint should IMO change. I had one of my own drivers blow past me in a shippers yard because he was frustrated he couldn't turn around and back in where he was at, then he clogged the whole shippers yard up because he couldn't back up, to top it all off he stole my assigned empty from the shipper without telling them! That to me is just a driver that doesn't care about any other driver!!!! A professional drive is patient, considerate, and helps other drivers out! What was funny to me was that driver got reported by me and the shipper and had to bring the trailer back to me!!! :) I was on a dedicated drop and hook run to this shipper. So that to me is what the difference is between just a driver and a professional driver is.

[@tammygouletschrader8785]

So Knight has trucking yards that the trucks can go into and park in a closed secure area and sleep in their cabs? Pretty Cool.

[@KnightTransportation1]

YES!!!

[@DirtBoyTrucker]

I think just getting our DM'S out with us would be a cool experience. love the video... this could be a great new UNDERCOVER BOSS! LOL

[@michaelg6641]

What about some footage of that fun roller coaster drive from Mesquite to St. George?

[@REEFBLUENOTCH]

The quality of the video is outstanding. The picture it portrays of trucking is NOT an accurate one, but hey...it's a propaganda video, so what do you expect, right?

[@KnightTransportation1]

No one was forced to join anyone. And FYIM our turnover is low compared to other FTL carriers.

[@airforcelogistics3301]

KK 😂

[@rogerbunch4411]

Its exactly right of u dont like driving the king of the road go home get a day job we need truckers not whiners out here

[@Daniel7567]

Only way you can get me with knight is if all their trucks come with a fridge, inverter, and APU. I had none of that when I started with Werner and now I have all 3 and I'm spoiled now lol. And 400 miles per day? I usually drive about 550-630 miles per day depending on the load

[@Typhlosion100]

Do you allow the driver of the truck to have an option of buying the semi from the company while they work for the company?

[@KnightTransportation1]

Yes we do lease tractors. Give us a call!

[@strawberryrhubarbpie]

took me a while to figure out the relationship btwn these 2, I thought the big guy was a trainer at first lol

[@megapeterbilt1]

The company I worked for told me flat out if you can't put 750-800 miles a day behind your belt you're no good to us lol. I sometimes miss working there, wide open Petes and Kw's. Some people would call it a cowboy outfit but hell I made good money and had fun. But all good things come to a end and my wife had twins so working local now

[@bearcrazy100]

Thanks for doing this

[@KnightTransportation1]

Your welcome :)

[@bxbreddattrucker1869]

Great Video!!!

[@scottsmith5774]

Anyone that has any dealings with drivers should have to do this on a regular bases. If not having to drive for themselves.

[@melkezedek157]

Well done guys! Looking forward to Part 2...

[@howardhynes1894]

Be.safe.buddy.on.the.road.good.trucking

[@sadelsor]

Looks like a good outfit to work for, maybe I will sell up and move to USA and join up !!

[@jerryhuff86]

Stay home

[@Rock-Bottem1982]

I'm quite sure if you only drive 400 miles a day in good weather, I'm sure your driver manager would tell you that they expect more(much more). I think knights trucks are governed at 65mph, you can drive 600+ miles a shift. I drove for a company that had their trucks governed at 65mph, and I consistently drove 625 miles(or more) each shift(weather permitting)

[@KnightTransportation1]

What he was saying is that he expects to average 400 miles a day for all days in the month or 12k a month typically. (including downtime/hometime etc)

[@kumarwaiba3883]

Wow great 👍

[@basthan1]

Puts his shoes on the table at the terminal after his shower lol he's a regular driver

[@JamesTyreeII]

There is no way I would want to be out on the road and only getting home once a month. Forget that! I drove a class eight semi for six months hauling a utility tractor in the top dresser and a Kubota front and loader doing sports turf maintenance and it was extremely stressful

[@Nakien]

This is a good video guys. You should make more.

[@elindigeno1215]

I heard nothing but great things about Knight Transportation

[@32springstreetnyc94]

You were misled!

[@elindigeno1215]

How so?

[@32springstreetnyc94]

+Ed D Do you like to be paid for the work you do? Do you like chasing down empties? They just settled a class action lawsuit: where it was determined they screwed drivers out of money, I received a settlement check. You'd think they'd learn: but no, they screwed me on pay! Told me one thing and did the opposite. Go work for them and see for yourself...

[@elindigeno1215]

All these big rig companies are the same. They pay is very little for the work we do

[@32springstreetnyc94]

+Ed D I agree! However, in my case: I am telling you that they actually Did Not, let me repeat: Did Not pay me for what I did...they told me to do something, which I did, and then I received no pay for it period. So they literally stole money from me: That is why I am no longer there! I'm an employee: Not a volunteer, so yeah, I have an expectation to be compensated for the work that I do! By the way, I can prove all of my assertions. Anyway, if you want to work for a good company, knight transportation: Should be avoided if you want to be paid for an honest days work!

[@bennettrawls1985]

Hey guy Im considering Knight trucking companies it seems like a good company.So I appreciate the info.

[@dennispalmer6007]

A terminal that has a shower that’s definitely a luxury. Of course I very seldom spent a night in a terminal. Get your trailer and hit the road

[@danielfrancois5404]

love Knight

[@isaaccharles4051]

Hi I like the video content and I am from the United States Virgin islands and would like to relocate to get my CDL how do I go about getting my CDL training with kinght

[@rodneyb.4719]

Well done video, kudos!!👍

[@FoxJohn]

at 5:44 mns Hum !!! This driver should keep both hands on the wheel, he n; not in his living room to think about what to do! If an obstacle that stands before him he can not avoid it!