Am sure your family was happy to have you home at a reasonable time! Thanks for sharing your journey with us, just being able to show what truck drivers have to do each and every night/day really opens your eyes. Thanks Brother Trucker x x
Test on Monday!! My instructor was telling me about the extra 5 mins. He said the tachos catch a lot of new drivers out because they think if they clock out at exactly 0:00 (for example) they can start work again at exactly 9:00, with a reduced rest there. But no! Because you clock out at exactly 0:00 the tacho is then counting that first minute as drive time, so it's seeing it as you clocking out at 0:01. So you clocking in at exactly 9:00 means you've started driving before your mandatory minimum nine hours rest, 8:59, and the DVSA will punish you for it. So most employers add the five minutes to cover their driver's asses. He told me to do 20 minutes at the start as that would then include the vehicle checks so if you do get pulled by DVSA it doesn't look like you've just got in the truck and gone without a check. Old boy knows his stuff! Do you still get your full pay if they send you home early, mate?
@@2KXMKR sounds like you know your stuff already mate!! 👌 You’re gonna fly through your test! Is it the theory test or practical you’re doing on Monday? Either way, best of luck, let me know how you get on and if you’ve got any questions at all just ask 👍 Regarding getting paid if we get sent home early, in this particular job, we’re on a fixed salary, so it doesn’t matter how many hours we do, we get the same every week. Best of luck mate🤞 looking forward to hearing how you get on.
@@BrotherTruckerUK Practical on Monday. Feeling confident! 😎😎Sounds amazing getting those early darts and still getting paid. I bet that doesn't happen often tho. I've always been on PAYE so once you clock off, that's it, pay stops. We get a lot coming in on UC refusing to work over 16 hours because they're better off NOT working. Absolutely bonkers!
@@BrotherTruckerUK I passed lar!!!! 😁😁Thought I fluffed it on a roundabout but the examiner said I kept it safe and recovered. That was my one and only fault! Absolutely made up!! Can't wait to get out there now.
Hahahaha, i had one of those newly wrapped camo trailers, had to take it and its load of fresh air to copthorne, then up to Dunstable, then back to Rochester. In other words, trailer got cancelled and i had to bobtail it around just to check into the centres on the app. 😂 Another one was taking an empty trailer from Dartford and dropping it off in Swindon, then bobtail back to Dartford. Amazon have got all these electric vans doing the rounds, attempting to be "Green". But they seem quite happy sending dirty diesels around the country, wasting fuel and polluting the air on pointless excursions. 😕
Recently passed under a month ago, done a bit of agency work, been thrown in at the deep end and came out of it just fine. I managed to get an assessment to a local carrier firm working with Amazon. Got offered the job, which i obviously accepted, starting on 37k a year. Spoke to another driver while i was there who was leaving (he's recently got his ADR and moving onto more money) He also said the work is a piece of piss. Got the relay app installed, had my DBS and got my drug/alcohol test 2moro, so hopefully, should be starting very soon. Cant wait. Thanks for the vid, gives an insight as to what to expect, an pretty much spot on about the waiting around, ive heard the same.😄
@@BrotherTruckerUKTwo months in and all going well, reversing was an absolute shambles at first, much improved now tho. Operating from near Dartford and mainly to centres around the south, the furthest i seem to go is Bristol, Milton Keynes and Norwich. Other than that tho, easy work, and yep, the waiting around is fun.
Sounds mad maybe but they should have something like a gym on site or something where you can go during the long waits. You’d then have something to do and they’d have happier, healthier staff
@@marktucker208 doesn’t sound mad at all mate, it’s a great idea. Depending on which site you’re at, they have pool tables and arcade games but never a gym. Would be so much better if they did. Thanks for watching and for the comment mate, really appreciate it. 👍
I am going back a few months now but be careful of the Lawrence David trailers (VS) that are missing the ministry plate (VD are all fine), ASP down south got a date with the TC, i was with an AFP for 11 months BTW
Just a point of note... that dial on the side of the gas tank is not the gas level, its a pressure gauge telling you if the pressure in the system is too high and requires venting off when next gassed up. Fuel level will be on the dashboard display
I ONLY work for paid hours (PAYE) min 8 day paid weekly VIA agentcy . WANT be ripped off & CONNED payed SALARY based on 48 hours week paid mouthly . AGE 59 , 33 yrs on , off trucking .
Thank you mate, glad you enjoyed it! 😃 I’d defo recommend driving for Amazon if you get your class 1. Easiest driving job I’ve ever had and would be an ideal place to start off and get used to driving HGV’s. Good luck mate and feel free to ask any questions if you have any 👍
Do you just pick the trailers full or empty and take them to other yards? Just been offered a job doing this but it’s out tramping for 5 nights a week. Any info you can tell me
@@thesteven292 Thanks for your comment mate. Yeah I take both full AND empty trailers mostly to other Amazon depots. Sometimes to 3rd party places but not often. Never load or unload either. Good luck mate. Feel free to ask again if there’s anything else if you need 👍
Top job on manual entry at the beginning. I used to skip them, but my new employer insists tacho records are complete and every hour accounted for. While you're waiting around, are you upskilling or doing any self-paced learning?
That’s the same for me mate, my employer has asked we do a manual entry for every shift. Makes sense really as it accounts for all hours worked. Great question btw, when I’ve got time to spare I’ll either be training/exercising or creating content mostly. Got to keep myself busy else I’d go mad! 🤪 Thanks for watching mate, and thanks for the sub too! 😎👍
Hi mate, just recently passed my class c+e straight from car… struggling to get jobs tbh and would love to work for Amazon like yourself, any idea how I can go about applying for this role and any possible advice for new passes? I’m based in Manchester and looking to stay local and come home every night/ day (no sleep outs😅) would love some advice from yourself 🙏
Hiya mate, thanks for watching and thanks for your question. Firstly, congratulations on passing your c+e! It can be frustrating trying to get work with no experience but there are some places that encourage new passers to join them, you just have to keep looking til you find something that works for you. If I was you, google Amazon Freight Partners (AFP) in your area and look for available Hgv driving positions. Basically, AFP’s are smaller businesses that employ drivers for the purpose of supplying Amazon with consistent drivers. Hope that makes sense. And I hope you find the job you’re looking for. Let me know how you get on and if you have any other questions please ask away! Best of luck on your new journey mate 👍🚛💨
It’s funny you should say that mate, because I’ve been thinking the exact same thing recently. It just gets worse every week. Considering jibbing Amazon and getting on the taxis. Can earn more with more flexibility. Amazon have you maxing hours moving fresh air around or waiting for hours in drivers room. No overtime, no weekend pay, no life. But thanks for watching and commenting anyway mate. Where abouts r you based?
Quick question - after you parked the trailer at Bolton, why did you have to leave the site to wait? I occasionally drive a 3.5t van for long distance jobs and was asked to do the same so I’m wondering why they just don’t let you wait on site.
Great question mate, thanks for asking. I left the Bolton site so that I could wait in the truck. If I’d stayed on site, they don’t let you wait in the truck, you have to wait in the “drivers lounge” which is usually full of other drivers, nowhere to sit. I prefer to have some peace and quiet in the truck instead. Hope this answers your question 😀 And thanks for watching mate 👍
I’m on a salary mate. So it doesn’t make a difference how many hours I work, I still get paid the same. Which is rubbish for the amount of hours I work. Every weekend, all night shifts, and don’t get anything extra for it. 🤷♂️
I drive HGVs so I don’t know what to tell you about mini vans mate. The relay app is really good for HGVs so if it’s the same for vans then it makes the whole delivery process much easier. Route is planned for you, just follow the app 👍 If there is anything specific you’d like to know about please ask and I’ll do my best to help.
As soon as possible mate. I need a new phone with a camera as this one is damaged and also no storage space. Considering getting a go pro too for a more interactive experience and possibly a drone to get some unique aerial shots. That’s further down the line tho I think. Stick with us mate, I’ll have more vlogs soon enough. Thanks for watching, if there’s anything specific you’d like to see let us know and I’ll mix it in to future videos 👍🚛💨
Hello please am a truck driver an I have my passport but I don't have visa but I have my cv and drivers licence, please can get a job so that i will work and pay
Hello my friend. Are you based in the UK? To work in the UK you have to be either a resident or have a work visa. I believe you can apply for work visas on the government website but I’m honestly not too familiar with it. Check online mate, Good luck and let me know if you have any more questions about truck driving in the UK. 👍
Hiya mate, so Amazon don’t employ drivers directly. I work for an AFP (Amazon Freight Partner) who are a 3rd party that provide drivers for Amazon. Amazon provide the trucks. I believe each AFP will have different requirements for the drivers they employ. But it’s definitely worth searching for an AFP in your area and see if they’ll take on new drivers. Hope this helps mate. Thanks for your question and good luck 👍
@@MrSupermario21 definitely better pay working with agencies, but it’s not always guaranteed work. Your treated as dispensable and if work goes quiet you don’t get paid. But everyone has different needs so it’s a personal preference really. Agencies better pay with flexibility but no guarantee, contract is guaranteed work for slightly less pay but all the benefits of being employed full time.
@@BrotherTruckerUK Amazon exactly the same bro ive worked with 3/4 diff companies at Amazon your just another number and if you don't work you don't get paid same principals
I’m honestly not sure about Swindon. I tried googling it but couldn’t find anything. Might be worth going into the Swindon depot and asking them. Good luck mate. Let me know how you get on 👍
Hello again my friend. Thanks for your comments. I think for you to drive professionally in this country you will need to get your legal documents in order before applying to a company. I don’t believe any companies in this industry offer work visa employment packages. They will only employ you if you are a legal citizen or have a work visa. So, step 1: apply for residency/work visa in the UK. Step 2 : when you have the legal right to work. Apply to all available truck driving positions you can find. Step 3: enjoy your new life as a trucker in the Uk! 👍 Wish I could do more to help but good luck and let me know how you get on. Remember, things take time in this country so be patient and positive and it’ll all work out! 😎👍🚛💨
@@techwithmervin I’m not sure about that mate. I believe you would need to be a Uk citizen or a foreign national with a right to work in the UK. I’d advise checking the UK government website. Good luck 👍
Am sure your family was happy to have you home at a reasonable time! Thanks for sharing your journey with us, just being able to show what truck drivers have to do each and every night/day really opens your eyes. Thanks Brother Trucker x x
Thank you so much for watching and for your lovely comment! I’m so happy you enjoyed the video and I really do have the most amazing family 😉❤️
Test on Monday!! My instructor was telling me about the extra 5 mins. He said the tachos catch a lot of new drivers out because they think if they clock out at exactly 0:00 (for example) they can start work again at exactly 9:00, with a reduced rest there. But no! Because you clock out at exactly 0:00 the tacho is then counting that first minute as drive time, so it's seeing it as you clocking out at 0:01. So you clocking in at exactly 9:00 means you've started driving before your mandatory minimum nine hours rest, 8:59, and the DVSA will punish you for it. So most employers add the five minutes to cover their driver's asses. He told me to do 20 minutes at the start as that would then include the vehicle checks so if you do get pulled by DVSA it doesn't look like you've just got in the truck and gone without a check. Old boy knows his stuff!
Do you still get your full pay if they send you home early, mate?
@@2KXMKR sounds like you know your stuff already mate!! 👌
You’re gonna fly through your test!
Is it the theory test or practical you’re doing on Monday?
Either way, best of luck, let me know how you get on and if you’ve got any questions at all just ask 👍
Regarding getting paid if we get sent home early, in this particular job, we’re on a fixed salary, so it doesn’t matter how many hours we do, we get the same every week.
Best of luck mate🤞 looking forward to hearing how you get on.
@@BrotherTruckerUK Practical on Monday. Feeling confident! 😎😎Sounds amazing getting those early darts and still getting paid. I bet that doesn't happen often tho. I've always been on PAYE so once you clock off, that's it, pay stops. We get a lot coming in on UC refusing to work over 16 hours because they're better off NOT working. Absolutely bonkers!
@@BrotherTruckerUK I passed lar!!!! 😁😁Thought I fluffed it on a roundabout but the examiner said I kept it safe and recovered. That was my one and only fault! Absolutely made up!! Can't wait to get out there now.
Good old Amazon, moving fresh air around the country
Proper made me laugh this 🤣 #truth
Hahahaha, i had one of those newly wrapped camo trailers, had to take it and its load of fresh air to copthorne, then up to Dunstable, then back to Rochester. In other words, trailer got cancelled and i had to bobtail it around just to check into the centres on the app. 😂 Another one was taking an empty trailer from Dartford and dropping it off in Swindon, then bobtail back to Dartford.
Amazon have got all these electric vans doing the rounds, attempting to be "Green". But they seem quite happy sending dirty diesels around the country, wasting fuel and polluting the air on pointless excursions. 😕
Recently passed under a month ago, done a bit of agency work, been thrown in at the deep end and came out of it just fine. I managed to get an assessment to a local carrier firm working with Amazon. Got offered the job, which i obviously accepted, starting on 37k a year. Spoke to another driver while i was there who was leaving (he's recently got his ADR and moving onto more money) He also said the work is a piece of piss. Got the relay app installed, had my DBS and got my drug/alcohol test 2moro, so hopefully, should be starting very soon. Cant wait.
Thanks for the vid, gives an insight as to what to expect, an pretty much spot on about the waiting around, ive heard the same.😄
Thats brilliant mate! Congrats on the new job! Happy you enjoyed the video. Best of luck and see you on the road! 🚛 😃 👍
@@BrotherTruckerUKTwo months in and all going well, reversing was an absolute shambles at first, much improved now tho. Operating from near Dartford and mainly to centres around the south, the furthest i seem to go is Bristol, Milton Keynes and Norwich. Other than that tho, easy work, and yep, the waiting around is fun.
Sounds mad maybe but they should have something like a gym on site or something where you can go during the long waits. You’d then have something to do and they’d have happier, healthier staff
@@marktucker208 doesn’t sound mad at all mate, it’s a great idea. Depending on which site you’re at, they have pool tables and arcade games but never a gym. Would be so much better if they did. Thanks for watching and for the comment mate, really appreciate it. 👍
Your last 2 videos r really great 👍
I am going back a few months now but be careful of the Lawrence David trailers (VS) that are missing the ministry plate (VD are all fine), ASP down south got a date with the TC, i was with an AFP for 11 months BTW
Thanks for the kind advice mate, I’ll keep an eye out. All the best 👍
Just a point of note... that dial on the side of the gas tank is not the gas level, its a pressure gauge telling you if the pressure in the system is too high and requires venting off when next gassed up.
Fuel level will be on the dashboard display
Hey that’s a great point and absolutely right. Thanks for watching and commenting 😎👍
Nice iveco! 🚛💨
Gave you a like and a subscribe, good luck from London... Be careful with the recording on site as well, they will find out...
Thanks for the sub mate! 👍
I’ve just sub’d to yours too 😊
It’s easy, lots of the depot staff are hard to deal with and it’s one of the lowest paid hgv jobs
Absolutely agree mate. I’ve just handed in my notice yesterday. 2 weeks and I’m outta here! Thanks for watching and for the truthful comment.
@@BrotherTruckerUK are you putting details of your new job on u toob?
Nice truck 👌
I ONLY work for paid hours (PAYE) min 8 day paid weekly VIA agentcy . WANT be ripped off & CONNED payed SALARY based on 48 hours week paid mouthly . AGE 59 , 33 yrs on , off trucking .
Great video mate, I've previously worked in management for them, thinking of doing my Class 1 license
Thank you mate, glad you enjoyed it! 😃
I’d defo recommend driving for Amazon if you get your class 1. Easiest driving job I’ve ever had and would be an ideal place to start off and get used to driving HGV’s. Good luck mate and feel free to ask any questions if you have any 👍
Ahh nice vid 👍🏻👍🏻
Thanks for watching 😃
Surprised the iveco didn’t break down there crap trucks
🤣🤣🤣 it’s funny because it’s true.
Nice vid
Do you just pick the trailers full or empty and take them to other yards? Just been offered a job doing this but it’s out tramping for 5 nights a week. Any info you can tell me
@@thesteven292 Thanks for your comment mate. Yeah I take both full AND empty trailers mostly to other Amazon depots. Sometimes to 3rd party places but not often. Never load or unload either.
Good luck mate. Feel free to ask again if there’s anything else if you need 👍
Top job on manual entry at the beginning. I used to skip them, but my new employer insists tacho records are complete and every hour accounted for.
While you're waiting around, are you upskilling or doing any self-paced learning?
That’s the same for me mate, my employer has asked we do a manual entry for every shift. Makes sense really as it accounts for all hours worked.
Great question btw, when I’ve got time to spare I’ll either be training/exercising or creating content mostly.
Got to keep myself busy else I’d go mad! 🤪
Thanks for watching mate, and thanks for the sub too! 😎👍
Hi mate, just recently passed my class c+e straight from car… struggling to get jobs tbh and would love to work for Amazon like yourself, any idea how I can go about applying for this role and any possible advice for new passes? I’m based in Manchester and looking to stay local and come home every night/ day (no sleep outs😅) would love some advice from yourself 🙏
Hiya mate, thanks for watching and thanks for your question.
Firstly, congratulations on passing your c+e!
It can be frustrating trying to get work with no experience but there are some places that encourage new passers to join them, you just have to keep looking til you find something that works for you.
If I was you, google Amazon Freight Partners (AFP) in your area and look for available Hgv driving positions. Basically, AFP’s are smaller businesses that employ drivers for the purpose of supplying Amazon with consistent drivers. Hope that makes sense.
And I hope you find the job you’re looking for.
Let me know how you get on and if you have any other questions please ask away!
Best of luck on your new journey mate
👍🚛💨
And thanks for subscribing! 👍🙏😃🚛💨☮️
Typical amazon couldn't plan a piss up in brewery,I'm on afp work at the minute but giving serious thought too jacking it in amazon are crap.
It’s funny you should say that mate, because I’ve been thinking the exact same thing recently. It just gets worse every week. Considering jibbing Amazon and getting on the taxis. Can earn more with more flexibility. Amazon have you maxing hours moving fresh air around or waiting for hours in drivers room. No overtime, no weekend pay, no life.
But thanks for watching and commenting anyway mate.
Where abouts r you based?
The work maybe easy but the pay is absolutely rubbish lol
Agreed lol
Quick question - after you parked the trailer at Bolton, why did you have to leave the site to wait? I occasionally drive a 3.5t van for long distance jobs and was asked to do the same so I’m wondering why they just don’t let you wait on site.
Great question mate, thanks for asking. I left the Bolton site so that I could wait in the truck. If I’d stayed on site, they don’t let you wait in the truck, you have to wait in the “drivers lounge” which is usually full of other drivers, nowhere to sit. I prefer to have some peace and quiet in the truck instead.
Hope this answers your question 😀
And thanks for watching mate 👍
@@BrotherTruckerUK thank you. That makes sense. 👍😁
@@tomangler 👍🚛💨
Why do you not get paid more for working a 15hr shift? What is the set at this place?
I’m on a salary mate. So it doesn’t make a difference how many hours I work, I still get paid the same. Which is rubbish for the amount of hours I work. Every weekend, all night shifts, and don’t get anything extra for it. 🤷♂️
@@BrotherTruckerUK that sounds awful. I’d use that job for experience then 🗑️
@@Abc-li1ij I agree with you mate being honest. Great job for experience in driving, but the pay is an issue that needs addressing
Can you tell me anything about mini vans loads with amazon relay please ? 😊
I drive HGVs so I don’t know what to tell you about mini vans mate. The relay app is really good for HGVs so if it’s the same for vans then it makes the whole delivery process much easier. Route is planned for you, just follow the app 👍
If there is anything specific you’d like to know about please ask and I’ll do my best to help.
@@BrotherTruckerUK do you use DAT loadboard ?
@@BrotherTruckerUK thanks for replying tho
When u doing more vlogs
As soon as possible mate.
I need a new phone with a camera as this one is damaged and also no storage space. Considering getting a go pro too for a more interactive experience and possibly a drone to get some unique aerial shots. That’s further down the line tho I think. Stick with us mate, I’ll have more vlogs soon enough. Thanks for watching, if there’s anything specific you’d like to see let us know and I’ll mix it in to future videos 👍🚛💨
Where do you apply fornthe amazon jobs
It’s explained in detail in one of my videos mate. Check it out.
Basically, look for Amazon freight partners in your area. 👍
Hello please am a truck driver an I have my passport but I don't have visa but I have my cv and drivers licence, please can get a job so that i will work and pay
Hello my friend.
Are you based in the UK?
To work in the UK you have to be either a resident or have a work visa. I believe you can apply for work visas on the government website but I’m honestly not too familiar with it. Check online mate, Good luck and let me know if you have any more questions about truck driving in the UK. 👍
And also are tou owner operator? If yes how much you getting paid per miles ?
I’m not an owner operator. Amazon own the trucks , I’m paid to drive them.
@@BrotherTruckerUK got it man thnks
Hello mate, do amazon take on newly qualified hgv drivers?
Hiya mate, so Amazon don’t employ drivers directly. I work for an AFP (Amazon Freight Partner) who are a 3rd party that provide drivers for Amazon. Amazon provide the trucks. I believe each AFP will have different requirements for the drivers they employ. But it’s definitely worth searching for an AFP in your area and see if they’ll take on new drivers. Hope this helps mate. Thanks for your question and good luck 👍
go for agencies mate better paid different and better experience
@@MrSupermario21 definitely better pay working with agencies, but it’s not always guaranteed work. Your treated as dispensable and if work goes quiet you don’t get paid. But everyone has different needs so it’s a personal preference really. Agencies better pay with flexibility but no guarantee, contract is guaranteed work for slightly less pay but all the benefits of being employed full time.
@@BrotherTruckerUK Amazon exactly the same bro ive worked with 3/4 diff companies at Amazon your just another number and if you don't work you don't get paid same principals
How do I find an AFP? I noticed on this vlog you started at a unit on Haydock Cross. Is this where one of them are and how do I contact them?
Do you know who the AFP is for Amazon Swindon depot?
I’m honestly not sure about Swindon. I tried googling it but couldn’t find anything. Might be worth going into the Swindon depot and asking them. Good luck mate. Let me know how you get on 👍
Please am new here, please help me
Hello again my friend. Thanks for your comments. I think for you to drive professionally in this country you will need to get your legal documents in order before applying to a company. I don’t believe any companies in this industry offer work visa employment packages. They will only employ you if you are a legal citizen or have a work visa.
So, step 1: apply for residency/work visa in the UK.
Step 2 : when you have the legal right to work. Apply to all available truck driving positions you can find.
Step 3: enjoy your new life as a trucker in the Uk! 👍
Wish I could do more to help but good luck and let me know how you get on. Remember, things take time in this country so be patient and positive and it’ll all work out! 😎👍🚛💨
Can foreigners get this job
Yes mate, as long as you have category C+E on your licence 🚛 👍
@@BrotherTruckerUK can they sponsor visa....or how can I contact them
@@techwithmervin I’m not sure about that mate. I believe you would need to be a Uk citizen or a foreign national with a right to work in the UK. I’d advise checking the UK government website. Good luck 👍
Hopefully not, that's what Brexit was for!
5 mins in i thought f#@k me them gass trucks are quick!
🤣🤣🤣 love this comment!