Hello, nice video. I can tell that the container that you're hooked up to is a refrigerated type. J B Hunt has at least 2,100 refrigerated containers, with the newest ones in the 569100's. You are in an excellent location to see the newest containers. J B Hunt first started purchasing refrigerated containers in March 2010, with container 567000.
Thanks for the information. Disregard what people may think of your content. For those who think it's too much. I appreciate it. Keep the content coming.
Lemme know how you like working the port. I’ve heard it’s up and down in terms of $$. Some days you can make $400, others $200...depending on wait times getting in and out.
@@thezentrucker yeah. .. However port is being crazy n backed up now as Mega ships are waiting in deep waters to unload .. Diverting ships to OC JB expects to add 50 more trucks just for Amazon .. Amazon is exploding .. If I can make $300 at least , I ll be happy 😀.
@@ajdasa6169 i have TWIC, so I can do port if needed. Sometimes JB will move some intermodal drivers temporarily to help at port, especially this time of year...
@@thezentrucker absolutely., when things are slow , they assign drivers to different divisions .and long hauls within CA .. My goal is though, gain exp and buy my own truck doing local work .I m very impressed today about the first meeting of JB crew .. Great mgr n staff. ..very friendly and cool .. I was told that , maintenance done at South Gate location and perhaps we could meet up one day ...
It’s no better or worse than other trucking gigs for new drivers. First 6 months is a challenge no matter what job you get. Learning to drive in weather and hills takes time, learning the logistics of any specific job in trucking takes time. Big challenge OTR is managing your clock and planning where to shut down every night. Big challenge for new driver in intermodal is that you hook and unhook many times each day...so lots of opportunities to make expensive mistakes. Also, LOTS of backing in tight yards. I’d say try it and see if you like the work. Schneider does a really good job training new drivers. They won’t turn you loose if you’re not ready.
Steel toe, no slip work shoes are recommended and encouraged. Most days I wear steel toe, no slip shoes that look like sneakers. When it’s rainy, wet, cold, etc. I wear my heavy duty Timberland work boots.
I'm starting the apprentiship program in a couple of weeks with JB Hunt. Do youbguys get paid extra for hazmat loads or is that averaged in the mileage pay even the HAZMAT endorsement is required
Nope. No contract at Schneider. Honestly, though, contracts don’t mean anything. Not like a company owns you or can avoid paying you based on a contract. Labor law supersedes any contract.
I wouldn’t say a lot of issues. But you definitely have to inspect every chassis before rolling. And when pulling mtys gotta inspect the box. Every once in a while, l have to flip a loaded onto new chassis or get a repair done before rolling. More issues with mtys, but there’s always other mtys to grab...just takes 10 mins instead of 5 mins to find a good one b
Hello, nice video. I can tell that the container that you're hooked up to is a refrigerated type. J B Hunt has at least 2,100 refrigerated containers, with the newest ones in the 569100's. You are in an excellent location to see the newest containers. J B Hunt first started purchasing refrigerated containers in March 2010, with container 567000.
Thanks for the information. Disregard what people may think of your content. For those who think it's too much. I appreciate it. Keep the content coming.
Very good information. I start at JB Hunt as a local intermodal here in sumner, WA next month.
Great video and decent plan
Excellent bro.. just like handyman.. Today started my first day with JB .. From Tomorrow doing the port training ,, Cheers ..
Lemme know how you like working the port. I’ve heard it’s up and down in terms of $$. Some days you can make $400, others $200...depending on wait times getting in and out.
@@thezentrucker yeah. .. However port is being crazy n backed up now as Mega ships are waiting in deep waters to unload .. Diverting ships to OC JB expects to add 50 more trucks just for Amazon .. Amazon is exploding .. If I can make $300 at least , I ll be happy 😀.
@@ajdasa6169 i have TWIC, so I can do port if needed. Sometimes JB will move some intermodal drivers temporarily to help at port, especially this time of year...
@@thezentrucker absolutely., when things are slow , they assign drivers to different divisions .and long hauls within CA .. My goal is though, gain exp and buy my own truck doing local work .I m very impressed today about the first meeting of JB crew .. Great mgr n staff. ..very friendly and cool .. I was told that , maintenance done at South Gate location and perhaps we could meet up one day ...
@@ajdasa6169 i start at 0600. finish between 1600-1700 most days
What size pipe fits the handles thaybyoubshown. Whichbdiameter
I think it’s a 2 1/2 in diameter. Not 100% cuz I don’t use it. But I included in the vid cuz I do see a lot of drivers that do.
Please cover the topic of how society views truckers
Thought everybody called them "cable cutters."
Bungee Zip tie and Also Aluminum Pipe for help opening and closing Those POS doors on the containers!
Do you think that intermodal is good for beginner truckers? Schneider intermodal is now hiring new CDL holders
It’s no better or worse than other trucking gigs for new drivers. First 6 months is a challenge no matter what job you get. Learning to drive in weather and hills takes time, learning the logistics of any specific job in trucking takes time. Big challenge OTR is managing your clock and planning where to shut down every night. Big challenge for new driver in intermodal is that you hook and unhook many times each day...so lots of opportunities to make expensive mistakes. Also, LOTS of backing in tight yards.
I’d say try it and see if you like the work. Schneider does a really good job training new drivers. They won’t turn you loose if you’re not ready.
Are you required to wear a certain type of work boot? Can you show the viewers what you wear at your job? Thanks!
Steel toe, no slip work shoes are recommended and encouraged. Most days I wear steel toe, no slip shoes that look like sneakers. When it’s rainy, wet, cold, etc. I wear my heavy duty Timberland work boots.
I'm starting the apprentiship program in a couple of weeks with JB Hunt. Do youbguys get paid extra for hazmat loads or is that averaged in the mileage pay even the HAZMAT endorsement is required
Outstanding! Yeah, we $25 extra for Hazmat. Plus $10 more ladder needed to place placards.
hey zen trekker when you were at schneider training did they make you sign a contract ?
Nope. No contract at Schneider. Honestly, though, contracts don’t mean anything. Not like a company owns you or can avoid paying you based on a contract. Labor law supersedes any contract.
Is it true there’s a lot of issues with containers damaged that slows you down? I’m a tanker yanker but won’t mind trying something different.
I wouldn’t say a lot of issues. But you definitely have to inspect every chassis before rolling. And when pulling mtys gotta inspect the box.
Every once in a while, l have to flip a loaded onto new chassis or get a repair done before rolling. More issues with mtys, but there’s always other mtys to grab...just takes 10 mins instead of 5 mins to find a good one b
Is there a dress code for JB hunt?
They do encourage everyone to wear JB Hunt logo shirts.
Could you wear coveralls?
@@ccryder7083 slap a jb hunt logo on them coveralls and you’re good as gold! 😂😁🤣