Walmart Trucking! Walmart pay, procedures, onboarding, benefits,

This video replaces a video i did a while back about Walmart pay. There are new onboarding procedures, new pay raises, and lots of new things since 2021.
2:00 - Is Walmart a good job for you?
2:40 - Slip seating at Walmart.
3:30 - Ralphs Trucking video reply and issue with Walmart onboarding
9:18 - I can help if you have an issue
11:30 - Cell phone policy and discipline
17:01 - Walmart pay, schedules, and issues with raises
23:16 - Holiday pay, PTO time
27:07 - What will I work when I get hired?
28:29 - Getting your own truck, why get on NOW at Walmart!
30:40 - New onboarding Procedures
33:37 - Won't break your back at Walmart. Why Walmart protects the Driver!
37:19 - Insurance and benefits (stock, 401k, Roth IRA etc)
My email [e-mail]
Old video link • Video
Most information is inaccurate
Pay check video • Can you make 140k driv...

[@CoachMelFootball]

Just Pass My On Boarding down in Lauren’s, SC advice to all drivers going to on boarding. On the Driving test no speeding, don’t follow close, and do not hit any curbs. On the backing test get out and look do your 360. And on the Pre trip study everyday. Also come in with a great attitude because it’s not just about your driving skills listen and learn there way enjoy and have a good time and don’t stress yourself💪

[@WalmartRich]

I couldn't agree more

[@Magnetic1908]

Thanks alot DJ MEL for the advise. Can you please tell me if they tested you in a 10 speed or automatic? Thanks again

[@nateg.6537]

Thank you 🙏🙏🙏

[@cmorey80]

Which DC are you running out of?

[@CoachMelFootball]

@@Magnetic1908 Auto

[@logicmilkbone]

Bro keep your referral $ , the fact you make these videos are more than enough, keep putting out the great content

[@WalmartRich]

I dont know how much more content there is. Once I do the schedule video I think I told everyone all there is to get hired on at walmart. When I did this I never thought I would get this many comments or views. I never meant for it to be a "channel"

[@RexusOutfitters]

Thanks for the information, man. Appreciate it.

[@michaelwhittington3718]

thank u Rich . just soaking in as much as I can before I get to onboarding in 2 more weeks. I did quit my job but it's only because I am wanting to get out of being an owner operator. I do have a backup plan but that shouldn't be a problem because I have been studying the pre-trip that you gave me and actually practicing it on my truck and trailer to get it 100% . Again thank you for such informative and detailed videos.

[@WalmartRich]

Glad I could help

[@chriskelleher5294]

Rich, thank you so much for making this video ! By far, THE BEST Video I have seen on trucking. Unfortunately for me, I am getting a very late start getting my CDL at 56 years old. I guess I will not be allowed to even apply to Walmart for 3 more years. I plan on getting my CDL in the next 90 days. If your still driving for Walmart when I can qualify to apply with them I would be Happy to use your name as my referral. I'm justvsorry I did not get my CDL a couple of years ago so they would except my job application now. Hopefully for me this Awesome Job opportunity will still be available to me 2 or 3 years from now. I wish you great luck with everything and maybe I will be lucky enough to Drive for Walmart one day in the near future. Please continue to be SAFE out on the road.

[@WalmartRich]

Unfortunately

[@MrPrankcaller321]

Went to onboarding may 16th and started my program on june 16th. I love everything about this job! So glad I came here and just like what everyone else says I do wish I came to walmart sooner!

[@WalmartRich]

Glad to hear!

[@robertcummings1096]

Seemed that way for me at first and always had good 3 month safety reviews but have somebody text you when your phone is about to fall off the dash You keep it from falling off the floor and hitting the shifter and you are fired

[@narrowpath2980]

i do agree with the not seeing the speed limit sign, it happens , more signs should be out there in case someone misses it.

[@johnnettalamb4617]

I just came thru onboarding on May 16. The phone policy from my understanding includes NOT being on the phone AT ALL not even hands free, while in a school zone, construction zone, bad weather, heavy traffic or any other situation such as backing. But yes, Rich, pretty much what you said...as long as there is no accident nor incident.

[@santaclaus6602]

No phone or radio while entering/exiting a store, dc, shipper etc

[@truckerscott5465]

Rich you helped me get a job with Walmart. I got a job in Seymour in

[@WalmartRich]

Awesome!

[@garyuren3810]

Thanks I am watching all your videos

[@scottmcnish]

I really enjoy your videos. I am hoping to get on at Walmart

[@WalmartRich]

Well lots of locations are hiring right now. Let me know if you need help.

[@marionparrish8799]

Thank you for the info , well done!

[@WalmartRich]

Thank you!

[@robertkeefer2128]

Wow Walmart seems like a really good company to drive for thank you!

[@WalmartRich]

It is by far the best job I have ever had!

[@lexthebest7689]

good info thinking about gettin on haven't gotten back to them for phone interview yet

[@WalmartRich]

Over the past month or two they implemented a new system. The system crashed. It back up but many guys got lost in the process. If you waited more than 3 days from application to interview or a week from interview to onboarding you might need assistance. Just a heads up!

[@mattheweversole7948]

That guy you mentioned in the first part really discouraged me and several other drivers in my class. It wasn’t no where near as bad as the guy said it was. He really put a lot of negativity into peoples minds but we all passed easily. It’s not that bad!

[@WalmartRich]

Are you saying Ralph was a negative person to be around? You were in his class? I wanted to give him the benefit of the doubt. I can not figure out based on his video why he would have not made it. Why did half the class fail? I know the cdts could have been overwhelmed with such a huge influx. But I dont know him and did not want to attack him.

[@mattheweversole7948]

@@WalmartRich I apologize, he wasn’t in our class but a lot of us watched his videos before attending. We were freaked out about how bad it could be and all of that. If you are still running Seymour, I’ll see you around!

[@jonheredia8789]

New to your channel... thank you for all your information.

[@WalmartRich]

You're welcome

[@KDSTrucking]

Love the videos 😎almost went with Walmart but I went with loves instead , home everyday off 2 days . 100k+ every year . Can’t beat that

[@ceej5714]

Is it Loves Trucking?

[@KDSTrucking]

@@ceej5714 what lol

[@ceej5714]

@@KDSTrucking you said you went with loves instead, what is that? Lol

[@KDSTrucking]

@@ceej5714 you’ve never heard of the truck stop loves ……?

[@ceej5714]

@@KDSTrucking no I'm not a trucker yet

[@jesseveloz458]

Do a vlog video... day in the life of a Walmart driver.. do a video on actual Edt’s.. what u bring with you on the truck

[@WalmartRich]

I thought about it. I think I would need a gopro. If I use my phone I would have to remember to shoot video. Also I dont want someone seeing me with a phone and turn me in. (I heard it happens in CA). Im also not sure if I can legally shoot video of walmart property. Meaning the programs and software they use for etds. This is a great idea! Thank you for the suggestion. Let me get the ok from mgmt and I will.

[@jimb3541]

Your vlogs are great. I would do maybe a dain your life. I know it may not be a typical day but an outline of a typical day.

[@WalmartRich]

I had a few request. I been thinking how and what info to put in

[@cic-jakevanddalgeemyers.2739]

Thanks for the information....

[@WalmartRich]

Anytime

[@ameyperkins3566]

My husband will be signing up for the classes in Seymour in February. I pray he gets in. He has been with the company for 29 years and has been a yard dog for most of those years.

[@WalmartRich]

You mean as a associate to driver ?

[@ameyperkins3566]

Yep. He works at the DC in Plainfield. He was at the one that burnt then they moved him over next door to the other DC. But he put in to take the Walmart Fleet Driving Course in Seymour. He has a zoom meeting on it on Monday.

[@ameyperkins3566]

He also use to help out at the Gas City DC as a Yard Driver. A Manager over Dry Goods is good friends with my husband.

[@josec.5209]

I'm currently driving for Miami Dade county transit and looking get out and start driving on the road so far Walmart is at the top of my list.

[@WalmartRich]

Get 30 months of cdl A and a clean record

[@josec.5209]

Thanks for the info..

[@charlesgreen3046]

Thanks for the info

[@charlesgreen3046]

Can you send me that info you said you was gonna share I sent the email, onboarding starts Monday

[@Appalakki13]

Sounds like something I may want to do. I'm working as a grocery driver right now , and they're going to open up a Walmart Warehouse right next to ours in 2024. Been driving groceries for 8 years and I've gotten used to the fact that there's no holidays or weekends. I don't mind at all as long as I get my days off. I appreciate you giving out all this information. We have a pretty thorough pre-trip inspection procedure , but I'd like to check how it's done at Walmart.

[@WalmartRich]

Email me and ill send it. You might even get home daily getting in on the ground floor.

[@orlandoviilegas352]

Good content just found your channel Iam going to onboarding tomorrow the 27th in grantsville ut ,there starting here at .54 a mile

[@aquafishsoup]

Interesting… we .57 a mile out of Sacramento DC.

[@erod2134]

.57 cpm out of fontana

[@hectorv.trucking]

Yes .. 0.54 week day and 0.61 weekends Out of hurricane Utah That’s what they told me

[@VchaosTheoryV]

I applied a week ago and still waiting to hear back. I called and apparently the application is in the review stage still. So hopefully fingers crossed i'll be able to get in. I'm hoping to be able to get a local gig for family reasons.

[@WalmartRich]

Wow getting a local gig from day one is rare!

[@seanbutler8127]

Small world, went to high school in GC, Indiana and also my Dad was a driver for Walmart, and my Stepmom a supervisor. You might know em

[@WalmartRich]

Maybe? I dont know too many people since I live in NW Indiana and work midnights.

[@JohnnyJPatt]

Just got onboarded!! Graduated two days ago!

[@WalmartRich]

Congrats Walmart driver

[@reezee412]

How was the onboarding ..hardest to the easiest things to pass ?

[@JohnnyJPatt]

@@reezee412 Very Hard. It’s not impossible but you better be paying attention and do exactly what they tell you to do

[@sims8504]

I applied for the associate to driver program and I’m so never to see if I get in. The interviews start in the next week and I already got my CDL A permit a week ago. Did the whole DOT physical and now I’m studying and watching pre trip videos and taking notes. I’ve work for Walmart in 2019 and came back in 2022 after I had my first child… I’m so nervous!

[@WalmartRich]

I hope you didn't jump the gun. They will teach you how to get your permit when you get in class. Don't be nervous though. The CDTs are nit there to beat you up. They want you to succeed

[@GG-ub4ej]

Another point to make at the 36 minute mark is very simply and sadly is if you don't use it you lose it. Associates are bending down and picking things up all the time. A driver develops a limited range of motion if they don't make a serious effort to avoid it. So it is safer and much better on the numbers for a store associate to do everything at the store they are supposed to do and let the drivers stand there and count.

[@WalmartRich]

Yes I try to explain in the nicest way possible that it's easier to call in an associate or hire an associate if something happens. To replace a driver is nearly impossible

[@frigui6755]

I'm gonna to get my app done today I will use your referra, lm trying to get on at the DC in Alachua Florida

[@WalmartRich]

Florida can be tough. My id is 37793 my email is [e-mail] Let me know if I can help

[@daveberg7059]

Would love to see the 5/2,5/3 video!

[@WalmartRich]

I'll see if I can find schedule vid

[@WalmartRich]

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[@anthonypayne6032]

Sounds like a pipe dream for a guy like me still CDL class

[@WalmartRich]

You only need 30 months. Use that 30 months to stay safe and experience the companies you'll get in with. Walmart might not be what you want once you get out there. It might become more of a blessing. Each driver is different.

[@Cgrim89]

i like your vid i wanted to drive for walmart but i guess there not looking for drivers in the FL area

[@WalmartRich]

They hope Florida will open in Feb.

[@Magnetic1908]

Thanks alot for your help and very informative videos. I was wondering are they doing the road test in automatics or 10 speed?

[@WalmartRich]

Could be manual most are auto now

[@Magnetic1908]

@@WalmartRich thanks I'm watching one of your videos right now. Do you think it will hurt if I applied about a month and a half before my "preventable accident in 3 years" will allow me to. Thanks alot.

[@grandspringdale1564]

I've been out here almost 25 year's and I've been at my current job 8 year's, I'm probably gonna attempt to get on board at Walmart next year while I'm on vacation. But I've got a few questions about this entire thing.

[@Magnetic1908]

What are some of your questions?

[@chrisbaker1501]

I almost quit because of his video I'm glad I didn't

[@andrewwilkinson8035]

Hello, great info and resource. Thank you. How much experience is required to drive for Walmart?

[@WalmartRich]

Thank you! You need 30 months with the last 4 years. Www.drive4walmart.com

[@wanghaf_Gl0yper]

I’m at 14 months experience. Gonna keep on grinding I would love to get on here, sounds like an awesome spot

[@apexisbetter3351]

I start may 8th onboarding in spring valley Illinois. I’ll be out of the st James dc. “If I pass onboarding that is” haha. Nervous as hell.

[@WalmartRich]

Email me [e-mail] I got some docume ts that might help

[@apexisbetter3351]

Okay just emailed you thanks.

[@metalnewsnetwork3116]

That Ralph guy is just the typical "complain about everything and just live negative" kind of driver.

[@sabrinaeinolf5506]

Lol Ralph was informative. Do you have to come home on the weekends? Or do you get paid more to stay out a month at a time?

[@WalmartRich]

A lot of Ralph's information is inaccurate. I even reached out to him to talk to him about it. He ignored me when he found out I was with Walmart. You gotta wonder why a guy that didn't get a job somewhere constantly wants to talk crap about a place that didn't hire him.? I have actually talked to people who were in his class. And I have learned some things about how he acted in behaved. And if they were being honest with me, it was not Walmart's fault at all, but I can't say that for certain.

[@markkearns6702]

I'm starting on boarding next week and I like everything they have to offer but why the slip seating do they know about all the germs and viruses out there. Do you happen to know if they sanitize everything b4 the next driver takes the wheel especially mattresses

[@WalmartRich]

They did slip seating long before covid etc. Each location has 50-150 guys in a program. This eliminates 50-100 trucks. If one location needed 50 trucks at 100k per truck. Thats a saving of 5million dollars in trucks alone. Factor in mechanical issues for each truck and the time they would sit on days off as well as where would they park 50+ trucks. They can't find spots for the ones they have. Its just not plausible foe each guy to have thier own truck.

[@ameyperkins3566]

Btw we are in Indiana too.

[@gennahubbard3905]

Does it help getting on knowing all the procedures and how to work the accounts. I work for Schneider as a dedicated daytime driver at Walmart DC and I do everything the Walmart drivers do running reefers, remix to stores, pick up the same backhauls. Just don’t get paid nearly as much

[@WalmartRich]

I think it helps some. Many people transfer like you.

[@MeLrOsE429]

May I make a suggestion? Could you leave your inserted notes up a little longer? Maybe a second longer would be good. Thank you.

[@WalmartRich]

Ok. I figured people would pause if interested. I also wasn't sure how long to leave it up. Most are set for 7 sec. I think

[@albertleal3224]

You forgot to mention the extra 7 cents per mile your earn working SAT and SUN. DC. 7036 unsure if your DC offers it.

[@WalmartRich]

True. Everyone gets that no matter what DC. I forgot to mention it because it wasn't different

[@albertleal3224]

Good positive information I run out of sealy we are crazy busy here. Keep up the good work

[@cashmoreoctober1973]

Hi Rich I have a question if you don’t mind. Are you able to bring family members for a trip on your Walmart truck? Thanks and I love your videos. I am disabled but im trying to get better so I can possibly start a trucking career with Walmart.

[@WalmartRich]

Yes walmart allows a rider

[@cashmoreoctober1973]

@@WalmartRich I appreciate the response and that makes me want to work there even more. Thanks 🙏🏼

[@narvik9035]

Are the positions otr, regional? Can I choose what kind of product I want to haul? Can I determine if I haul groceries or anything but groceries?

[@WalmartRich]

Uts regional. GM you go farther. Grocery you stay within 250 miles and make it back almost everyday. The product doesn't matter because you'll hardly see it or touch it

[@Mex461]

Hello Mr. Warne! I have a question for you, my husband has been in the process for hiring, three weeks ago applied and two weeks ago was checking the background, since then he hasn’t gotten any more information, do you know how long it takes? We are pleased that you are doing this videos, they are very informative, thank you so much!!!❤

[@WalmartRich]

Usually 7 to 14 days. Does he have a referal to help

[@hwyvtrucking4732]

Sounds good....question.... what is a average guys net at the end of the yr? How much taxes do we pay?

[@WalmartRich]

Net is impossible to avg. Too many different deductions. 401k, child support, tax levels, stock purchases, insurance plans etc. The avg driver does 105k the first year. 4000 a paycheck gross. I would think most guys are about 3k every 2 weeks bring home? My bring home is about 2700 every paycheck but I have almost every deduction possible.

[@michaelpfistner5820]

I've been off the road 4 years now. Don't know if that affects anything about driving for them, but I never really saw too many Walmart trucks parked at truck stops. Do they tell you to take your 10hr at DCs or park at the stores?

[@WalmartRich]

They prefer we take our breaks at stores or DCs

[@michaelcomoss6642]

I’m considering doing the Associate to driver program out of woodland pa. Do you know if i be getting paid for training from day 1? And what is the Schedule like during training?

[@WalmartRich]

March. Fleet Development program is new. I am not sure if they have all the details worked out. Rumor has it you get paid your current t wage while in the 12 week training. They cover travel and lodging and a daily food allowance

[@pogveteranar9415]

I want to go to Walmart. Waiting til I get the required 30 months experience. Side note on the no phone in construction zones: so Walmart doesn’t want drivers to talk in Texas?

[@WalmartRich]

Lol I dont know about Texas but Indiana is 50% co struction zones too. I work midnights so the phone is not much of an issue for me, but yes we are not spose to be on the phone in areas that can be of high distractions such as active school zones, Construction zones, inclement weather etc. In most cases they ask we use common sense and good judgment when driving! Keep you safety day and bonus in your wallet!

[@rocketwitron8148]

Do they still require 30 months of verifiable driving experience? I have been a diesel mechanic and had my CDL since 1997 and drove as a mechanic. But now I have been driving for Schneider for 3 months and have delivered Walmart grocery as a Schneider driver

[@WalmartRich]

Yes 30 months within 4 years

[@user-wn8so7kc8e]

Drive Walmart...i use u as a referral..Smyrna Delaware..Pendrickton NJ

[@WalmartRich]

Awesome! Email me and ill.send you some info.. [e-mail]

[@domingofernandez4359]

So you can apply can be home every night? If that’s the case then am going to apply and use you as my reference. Must you also have that 1 year minimum of experience? Thanks 🙏

[@WalmartRich]

You need 2.5 years experience. Home daily is rare but I know Brooksville FL. Is looking for city drivers. Daycabs that pay $30/hr

[@chrisaustin7344]

I talked to a few drivers that all of them like the job. I came from a union operation so i think that is why they are taking they time. I am in the background check process with the email saying to finish the check they need to get the information from the clearing house! I dont know when would they get the drug test or do the physical?

[@WalmartRich]

On day one of onboarding They will have you do a drug test. Then once you pass and go to your d c, they will have you do a physical.

[@DontMatter7]

I have my orientation date for onboarding set up in the next couple months. Better to put my two weeks notice in the two weeks before that date or go through onboarding and then after I complete it put it in?

[@WalmartRich]

Its up to you but I would recommend you DO NOT put in a 2 week notice. Use vacation or whatever. Just in case, then when you pass you can either follow through with the 2 week notice or just head out.. up to you.

[@DontMatter7]

@@WalmartRich will do thanks for the help!

[@genep.6008]

Could you go more into detail about Walmart's retirement plan? Who does Walmart use as their retirement plan administrator? Are there low-cost SP500 index Vanguard/Fidelity/Schwab funds? Do they offer true-up? How long until 100% vested? Thank you for this informative video.

[@WalmartRich]

I'll see what I can find out. I know the roth and the 401k are 6% match dollar for dollar. You get a 15% discount on stock purchase. The 401k app has literally 15-20 option on what to invest in. I don't know the specifics

[@MeLrOsE429]

Not sure if you've covered this, but uniforms? Walmart pays to clean them? Can you cover that a little more or direct me to where you talk about it. Do they require boots since the freight is "not touched" and, if so, do they pay for them or give an allowance for them? Thank you very much. Appreciate you.

[@WalmartRich]

I dont remeber what video I mentioned this but walmart will supply work pants or shorts, long and or short sleeve shirts at no cost. In the locker room you can deposit soiled clothing into a bin and they will wash and return clean apparel to your locker. You may choose to wear your own denim colored jeans and only use the shirt or your choice. Walmart suggest a hiking boot/shoe. Most guys wear a black tennis shoe.

[@MeLrOsE429]

@@WalmartRich Thank you.

[@travisroland2182]

Are the shoes required to be black in color and do the pants have to be denim or blue.Can the pants be khaki colored

[@felipeortega1663]

Hi Rich my name is Felipe I currently work at Walmart DC in Puerto Rico I don't have any experience driving trailers of any kind can I still apply for the 12 week program and if I don't pass can I go back my current position.

[@WalmartRich]

Yes you can apply for the Fleet Devlop.e t program. If accepted you will earn your current pay while in the program. If you pass, you earn a starting driver salary. If not you go back to your old position and pay.

[@narvik9035]

Can I arrange with them what days I'd like to drive or if I prefer to drive nights?

[@WalmartRich]

If you want nights ask for meat and produce. As far as schedules. You get options (see my schedule video) and enough PTO to take off when you need for the most part

[@DawnOfTheDead93]

Do you have a PDF copy of the pretrip list and their preferred order? He's through all the initial stuff and that's coming up soon. I've been trying to find it for him and have been failing to locate a comprehensive list

[@WalmartRich]

Yes. Email me at [e-mail] and ill send you the files

[@DawnOfTheDead93]

Thank you, I looked and hadn't found your email address. We appreciate it

[@godfathertrucking8918]

@@WalmartRich I'm interviewing Tuesday and probably gonna go through with the offer this time would mind sending it to me as wel!?

[@ceej5714]

But you can only make that amount of money starting with Walmart if you have over 2 years of experience. Coming right out of school I doubt it.

[@WalmartRich]

Correct you do have to have 2 and a 1/2 years of experience but all Walmart drivers make about 110k the first year

[@marcussalles9983]

Thank you for all precious information, Rich. Could somebody help me? I will be attending the orientation week in Laurens SC for my orientation week, my DC will be Douglas GA if I pass. The procedure is still the same ? …. “1st week; classes from Monday-Thursday” and “2nd week; orientation” ? The classes and orientation are on the same place? I have these questions because Walmart booked my hotel from Sunday to Thursday on the first week. Thanks in advance.

[@WalmartRich]

Yes. My buddy Phillip just went to orientation there. Do no go more than 5 over or under the speed limit.

[@marcussalles9983]

@@WalmartRich thank you

[@victorsuarez2954]

I've been trying for a while now to get hired by Walmart, but no positions in south Florida, Um about to move to central Florida next month, do you think I will have a chance?

[@WalmartRich]

Florida has been booked solid. 1 guy got in at Brooksville last week but I did not see any positions on the website. I think they are relaxing for a few weeks to see how the influx of drivers works out. They also had an issue with the switch from hireright to the new company. Maybe in a few weeks some jobs will open up.

[@victorsuarez2954]

@@WalmartRich thanks, I will keep an eye on it.

[@kj3887]

How is it driving trucks for regional DCs? I’ve been an orderfiller at the DC for 6 years and would like to do the fleet driver program.

[@WalmartRich]

I love driving grocery loads. Never too far away. Back to the DC almost daily. More activity pay than GM and I get out and walk more than GM loads.

[@kj3887]

@@WalmartRich Ok. Thanks

[@brent9095]

I'm looking for a Wal mart DC near Wichita KS.

[@eazydriver7966]

Not because cost of living its was because the job market is not as competitive as the other areas

[@WalmartRich]

That might be. I was told by a cdt and a mgr it was cost of living. They might go hand in hand?

[@williamthurman9082]

Thanks rich for all ur help .....will they hire u If ur 61??

[@WalmartRich]

Yes, as far as I know there is no age restriction. They just hired a guy in his 60's.

[@DaronZapata]

hey rich, 2 things...1...Do i need to get my CDL-A first or does Walmart have their own driving school!!! AAAAAAnnnddd......I think i forgot the second one!!!

[@WalmartRich]

Walmart does not have. CDL program is only for walmary employees. You must have 30 months experience to get in at Walamrt

[@adam2O]

Hi Rich, I'm currently a store associate and noticed the program for associate-to-driver for employees. I don't think my state has a driving academy in it, but the program says it can also use other trucking schools to teach for the training. Would you know anything about this?

[@WalmartRich]

My understanding is you need to go on the workday portal and look for a listing as close to you as possible. They only accept 12 of the applicants. If you make it through the process, they will send you to the academy for 12 weeks. Transportation paid for by Walmart. I dont believe you can get an outside cdl and still participate. Also there is a rule that applicants must live within 60 miles of the DC they wish to work at. I have heard this can be waived but I'm not 100%

[@adam2O]

@@WalmartRich Okay thanks, I might have misread about the schooling part. I am studying the techniques to backing with videos and with American Truck Simulator for now. I’m trying to educate myself as much as I can before I make the decision to go ahead with the academy. Can I email you for the pre-trip paper too?

[@WalmartRich]

@@adam2O absolutely

[@FlexedNoose]

Unfortunately I’m several hours from any nearest distribution center and can’t really afford the plane ticket needed to get to there . But I have a local commercial job that pays alright and it’ll do for now.

[@ValueTimeShawn]

I’m close to the Pageland South Carolina DC… how would I go about applying for a job there… I didn’t see any positions on the website

[@WalmartRich]

They have filled them since this was posted.

[@ValueTimeShawn]

@@WalmartRich ok Thank you… I’ll keep looking

[@chickyboom6058]

If you don’t take your PTO time, vacation time etc. do you lose it or can you save them up? Cash in if not used? Thank you👍

[@WalmartRich]

You can roll over 10 days each year

[@GG-ub4ej]

A driver told me that 10 days roll over and you are payed out for the rest. Just for context I am not yet a driver there.

[@jonhagy9890]

Ralph claimed they let him go because he turned right on a green light w/o stopping, I think he just quit

[@WalmartRich]

Ohhhhh ok

[@Magnetic1908]

He said they wanted him to stay at the green and wait for it to cycle green again and then go. Didn't really make much sense to me but...

[@davidwells9242]

Can you tell me if walmart is still hiring for drivers in Bolingbrook il?

[@WalmartRich]

Spring Valley, IL & their satellite locations (Bolingboork & Elwood Illinois)

[@tjtj1692]

And I like to exercise, is there a way I could work that in?

[@WalmartRich]

I have a fitbit and walk a lot. There is a treadmill in the office at Seymour and at Gas City. Not sure about your location. Walmart does offer either a free or discounted gym membership but I can't remember where

[@daveberg7059]

Rich, ive been looking for a good driving job that will accept when i get out of my roadmaster training class. Will walmart accept me ?

[@WalmartRich]

you need 30 months of work history in the last 4 years

[@jimmycdavissr4790]

I'm going to training with Schneider on the 12th of September I'll be done in 18 days with my CDLs do they hire new drivers or do I need to stick with Schneider and how much experience do I need to get hired on with Walmart? My name is Jimmy Davis I would appreciate any help I can get

[@WalmartRich]

Right now walmart requires 2.5 years in a 4 year period. No accidents in that time. Best of luck!

[@jimmycdavissr4790]

I have a spotless driving record.i drove 25 years ago in Florida for 20 years but I let my CDLs expire when I retired I'm 65 years old

[@derekgaliee4351]

Hi 👋 Rich any advice for a 56 year old wants to get into trucking with a Great driving Record. Not good credit at this time

[@WalmartRich]

Email me [e-mail].. lots to go over

[@NSL8787]

Question, what if I am on duty I finish stop and I just want to make a quick phone call before I head out. Do they penalize you for that

[@WalmartRich]

Technically if you were on duty and made a call the only way you would get in trouble is if you got in an accident and they pulled your phone records and found you to be in ciolation. Such as on the phone doing a pretrip/posttrip etc.

[@user-lr2ep8hx3d]

Do you believe Walmart pay is better than UPS? Is Walmart benifits better than UPS? You should do a comparison video.

[@WalmartRich]

I talked to a driver before the newest contract and Walmart was better. I have no idea since.

[@craigbloomfield4087]

Great video , on average how many miles a week and you said you start out around 58 cpm , does it go up the longer you stay ? Thanks

[@WalmartRich]

Cpm went up a while back. I thinks it's 65 or something now. Also most actives went up to 11.50. I get about 2k miles but I get a lot of activities. Gm drivers get 2500-3k a week but less activities.

[@reyesjose214]

​@@WalmartRichis the 65 for otr or regional?

[@WalmartRich]

@reyesjose214 all drivers start at the same pay

[@cynthiaarrowsmith5709]

What’s the best way to get a CDL ?????

[@WalmartRich]

In my opinion.. #1 know someone with a truck to teach you. #2 contact you unemployment office or state work office. They will have grants that send you to a 4 week driving school for very little to no out of pocket. #3 go to a community college. Indiana has Ivy Tech. Its a longer curriculum than the driver school. But if your super broke you can get grants and student loans. You'll get a better education but takes longer.

[@lifewithoutboundaries4304]

...I want to run local out of Bethlehem pa. What's your review on local Walmart? Anyone can answer and thx

[@WalmartRich]

A lot of guys like it. You run 11-12 hrs a day because you share i day cab with 2 guys. You get out and they get in etc. The only difference or downfall is you lose the $42 a day layover. Most guys get this 3-5 day a week (depending on schedule) So you'll make 5-10k less than (otr) sleeper drivers

[@angelcabrera255]

Does Walmart do teams driving for me and my wife

[@WalmartRich]

Yes. They are looking for team in Washington to deliver meat and produce to Alaska. The pay is much higher than normal but I dont knkw how you would apply. Email me and ill give you a phone number

[@michaelteeter1971]

I finally got a call from Walmart. She said my recruiter would be Allen but I have yet to hear from him . I will call her Monday again and putt you down as a reference is there anyway you can look into it for me please I put in for the Ottawa Kansas DC

[@WalmartRich]

Yes please email me so I remember

[@user-ry5jt7qr6t]

I've been driving 30 years I can't drive at night any longer because my night vision is shot but I have a perfect safety record no tickets no accidents no cargo claims area will Walmart work with me and let me drive in the daytime only

[@WalmartRich]

I'm not sure.. ill see if I can find out

[@melvinfreeman3353]

They say I meet the qualifications on several applications but they never gave me the job 🚛 I don't know why but they say oops we are sorry someone else was picked . 💬 🤔

[@WalmartRich]

Some location get 100s of applicants for 20 openings

[@DawnOfTheDead93]

Does anyone know how long is average turn around on the Background check??

[@WalmartRich]

Its been very long lately. System and software is what I'm told

[@DawnOfTheDead93]

@@WalmartRich Unless I am mistaken- that is the last step before being able to schedule orientation. The waiting is rough :/ haha

[@kevinjohnson2225]

How do i get the walmart pre-trip from rich?

[@WalmartRich]

Email me [e-mail]

[@travisroland2182]

What is the pay per mile at the Cullman Al DC.Is Cullman a general merchandise DC?Can you make $120,000 in Alabama

[@WalmartRich]

I believe starting pay is .57 cpm? Honestly the activities are where the money is. I avg about 350- 400 miles a night and I visit 3-4 stores. My pay is about 450 a day. I put the pay stub video in the description.

[@WalmartRich]

From the pictures and what i can find online i believe it should be A GM center. Other than the east coast and maybe California any driver doing a 5-2 or any schedule that's not home daily should make 120k. I am a 5-2 5-3 and I should hit 110k.

[@shamfirestormdragon5341]

Hi Rich, I'm interested in driving for Walmart. I'm currently driving now for Walmart now as an exterior services. Is there a way I can get into driving now? I'm currently located in Florida Thanks for the help Rich !!! I

[@WalmartRich]

I dont know why I didn't get a notification for this. If you need help, email me [e-mail]

[@shamfirestormdragon5341]

Still waiting ✋️ for a reply thanks 😊

[@WalmartRich]

I didn't send you files? I don't have any unanswered emails

[@shafeeqah1983]

I have my cdl A and a current walmart employee. They told me im eligibe for associte to driver program. Im just curious about the process. I see have to obtain my hazmat endorsement. Im so ready to start. How do they pay while in the training?

[@WalmartRich]

They will pay for your hazmat, so don't worry. Once you go on workday and apply to an associate to driver job you'll go through many interviews. Once your accepted you go through 12 weeks of training. The several weeks with a mentor. After a total of 18 weeks at a minimum your be in your own. While in the 12 weeks of training you'll earn your current pay. Once your driving with a mentor you'll earn driver pay.

[@shafeeqah1983]

They said the prgram opens quartely. I just found out about the program missed the application sept 3 😢. I've been out of school since 8/24. They told me to keep checking workday because they couldn't give me an exact date for the opening. Does anyone have an idea of when their quarters are? App was opened august (not sure the exact date) closed 9/3?

[@WalmartRich]

@@shafeeqah1983 I was told that the next one will open at the beginning of december four, january.

[@_TheWatchers]

Do you lose seniority or your cpm if you transfer to another DC in another state due to domicile relocation?

[@WalmartRich]

You don't lose money. If you transfer to a new DC your senority is dropped for 6 months. After that you regain full senority.

[@_TheWatchers]

@@WalmartRich thank you

[@randyhenry4342]

Got hired there but they have to much particular stuff going on

[@WalmartRich]

To much particular? I do t understand.

[@scottf2300]

I'm looking to get into Walmart driving and found you video. How do we connect so you can send me info. Plus info I can put you down as referral. In Wisconsin thank you for what you do. Walmart should be proud. Thank you. Scott

[@WalmartRich]

My email is in the info section below the video. On the app there should be a place for a referral. #37783. Email me at [e-mail] and I'll send you document

[@scottf2300]

@@WalmartRich OK, going to email you. Thank you very much. So far a great experience.

[@Carlostheyankeefan]

Does anyone here work out of FT. Pierce, FL dc or Sealy, TX?

[@Magnetic1908]

Can you stay out for more than a week at a time to make more money?

[@WalmartRich]

Actually yes. They may not pay the 275$ bonus on top of your regular pay but yes they will allow it most times.