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@@flatbedmike1 it went pretty well a week of orientation 3 weeks with a trainer take some test get your own truck if you have any questions just message me.
@@flatbedmike1 yeah after watching these videos I went with Melton great company. If you wanna run hard they'll get you all over the country. By far the best starter company I could find.
I was told I would be making 1100 to 1400 a week by the melton recruiter but if your only getting 1500 miles sometimes that is going to be no where NEAR 1100 to 1400 a week. Got me worried
@@yourmom8971 When she said 1500-2500 miles....that is for 1 route, NOT a week, as multiple routes can be done in a week. Weekly average is more like 2700-3200 iirc
MAC credentials are: Passport: $0.06 per mile Twic: $0.00 (freebie) Hazmat: $0.06 per mile Tanker: $0.06 per mile And last but not least (not part of MAC credentials) Oversize load: $0.08 per mile Tarp: $50.00 Repower: $25.00
Thanks for posting this video! Gives good insight into the less talk about things. The fact your both happy and have nice equipment your not afraid to reveal to the world says alot.
I appreciate all the information and help. I spoke to my recruiter this afternoon and helpfully next week I’ll have everything squared away. And start early June.
I was told by the recruiters that those extra $.06 can stack, so a hazmat load into a Canadian port would be $0.18 a mile for the trip. I did not ask if it's just the trip into/on the way/etc or not. Just wanted to say thanks for posting these vids, if I hadn't already. I am headed to orientation on Sept 1st and all of the info you guys have been providing has reassured me that I am making a good decision! ~Rob
I’m getting out of school in 2 weeks and I got hired with Melton, I’m supposed to leave the week after I get my CDL, the only thing I don’t like is they don’t have a terminal here in Arizona so hometime will be hard for me. But I really want to drive for them
Appreciate ya.. I called a recruiter .. I have over a year experience.. one lady offered me .50, The other offered me .51.. I’m coming from a company paying me .39.. y’all saying the pay scale is from .43-.56...
Hey guys, I'm doing research on multiple companies to see what company is best for me, and one question I have is, does Melton have e-logs and qualcomm to receive dispatches and check hours of service?
I am wanting to start YouTubing as a side hussle also. Did you guys have to get pre approval from Melton? Are you still employed with Melton? I am a Melton driver and want to share some info and make some extra money as well. What are some problems you have run into YouTubing as a side hussle? Advice?
Lilia Park - If by side hustle you mean make money, you’re better off making videos for fun and enjoyment and go from there. There really isn’t much money on RUclips anymore unless you’re channel is very large (over 10k subs) and active, and you parlay it into some merchandise.
What is the starting pay??? (If I may ask) I'm deciding to going Back to Flatbed....and I have 18 years truck driving experience. Also where is your Main Terminal located. I live Hour and a half from Chicago,Illinois??
Christoffer Van Dyke Pay scale is 43 cents to 58 cents. Main terminal is located in Tulsa, Oklahoma but orientations are held in Masury, Ohio Birmingham, Alabama and Tulsa depending on which one is closest to you.
You’re right about the few jerks in the industry but there are a lot of vets that are mature and will assist you bc they notice you’re new, so those are the ones that matter not the miserable show boaters🤗🤗 ok, happy trucking👍🏾
@@slumericanfitness521 awesome! If our videos have helped you at all with your decision, please consider using WIGL as a referral on your application! We hope everything works out for you! 🙂
Where did they put you guys and your dog Monday through Wednesday night while they were working on your truck at the Tulsa shop. Do they put you in a hotel??
Yes, they put you in a hotel. The hotel they use in Tulsa is pet friendly. We actually were able to stay in our truck until the last night and they were going to give us a hotel but we decided to just stay at the terminal in the drivers lounge.
@@truckwithus2477 oh good i was told that by recruiter so thats really good. Are you able to do even more than that if you wanted or do they make you stop after a certain limit? Did you guys just do 2500 to 2700 because its all they had available? Or Were you able to do more but just didn't want to at the time?
JKI looiiu yes, all trucks have 1500 watt inverters. and they are converting to optimized idle but alot of the trucks still have tripacs. We've gotten a tripac truck both times. If you go through the birmingham orientation you have a better chance of getting one with a tripac.
Shoney Project The physical for Melton is different from the DOT physical but you will have to do both. For Melton, you'll have to pick up 3 tarps (25 pounds, 50 pounds, and 90 pounds) and place them on the trailer. And balance on one foot for 30 seconds. It can be different for other orientation locations but we went to Birmingham.
Hey hi you doing, im new to this and i will like to ask you if i had experience with swift and would to come to Melton. Any adivce you will like to tell me on flatbed. Is it difficult doing it.
Bruce Mccollough we use a Truckers Rand McNally. www.amazon.com/dp/B00N58RZ34?ref_=Oct_CAMWishedC_3248683011_2&pf_rd_r=1N0NJPYJ717X0W37GHSR&pf_rd_p=399dde17-f2ed-5de6-a106-2f45a0c1675c&pf_rd_s=mobile-hybrid-5&pf_rd_t=30901&pf_rd_i=3248683011&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER
TruckWithUs 24/7 ABSOLUTELY, part of the reason I left my last company, no front curtains and bed right behind seat, no room to get dressed....so glad you mentioned something so important while otr🙌🏾🙌🏾. Just ran across your channel, Nice channel and safe trucking guys 😊
Melton says that the miles will slow down during winter but i never saw a change in miles during winter when I worked here the first time and its getting into the winter now and the miles have stayed the same.
I was making almost 62 cpm when those cut throats fired me because I refused to go into a HOS violation to deliver my load on a Monday night which was not scheduled to be delivered till that Thursday and I was only 150 miles away and I had done talked the site foreman into unloading me that Tuesday got a call the next morning from operations and told me to clean out my truck because they had another driver in route to finish the JOB as they put it so Melton left me soaking wet in South Dakota with no FUCKING WAY HOME that being said Melton is a great company for anyone wanting to start pulling a skateboard but if they tell you to jump you better be 5 feet in the air before asking how high.
Wow, we are so sorry that happened to you. We are no longer with melton but not for anything bad. Hope you found an awesome company that treats you right!
I talked with Melton and then I ran across your videos and have really enjoyed them I have some questions and would like to email you do you accept emails
idkman09 Yes, Melton pays every week on time. If you do direct deposit it will be every Friday. You will be paid for anything you deliver Tuesday through Monday on that Friday. We're able to come home every 2 weeks but since you live west of I-35 they will require a minimum of 3 weeks out and then you get 3 days home. In orientation you'll have to do a standard DOT physical and a Melton physical which includes picking up 3 different tarps (25 pounds, 50 pounds, and 90 pounds) and placing them on a trailer and balancing on one foot for 30 seconds. Additional requirements vary for each terminal but dont worry; they're all easy.
TruckWithUs 24/7 appreciate the quick reply. Is it true they have hair follicle test? I haven't smoked in two months and dont plan to do so again. That's my only speed bump right now. They already offered to bus me out to Tulsa, I just don't want to waste my time or their time. Thank you for your time.
@@idkman09 how did the hair folice test go. I had an edible for a back injury early sept 2020 and let them know and off to Melton in January and they said you will be fine if not a regular which I stopped in June when getting my CDL. Bit worried about the hair follicle thing as I don’t want to waste my time.
*If this video has helped you in the decision to become a part of the Melton family, please consider using driver code WIGL as a referral when applying. Thank you!*
I want to join melton
I’m actually thinking of applying to Melton after I graduate from truck driving school and this video has helped with my decision thanks guys
How much they will pay you for that? Im starts in 3 weeks
From Jacksonville NC going to Tulsa Ok friday for orientation on Monday. This video made me less nervous about the decision I made.
Hey Daniel, I’m going in January. Let me know how you are doing brother 👍
@@flatbedmike1 it went pretty well a week of orientation 3 weeks with a trainer take some test get your own truck if you have any questions just message me.
@@danieltaylorpreuett great to read. Looking forward to being a part of the Melton flatbed crew. Very excited about it. Thanks for getting back to me.
@@flatbedmike1 yeah after watching these videos I went with Melton great company. If you wanna run hard they'll get you all over the country. By far the best starter company I could find.
@@danieltaylorpreuett looking forward to it my brother. Are you still at Melton?
See you guys soon I will join
Hey ya'll! So proud of you!!! One of my BEST students in Orientation! So glad ya'll are doing well!
Thanks Jon! Hope all is well with you and the classes!
I was told I would be making 1100 to 1400 a week by the melton recruiter but if your only getting 1500 miles sometimes that is going to be no where NEAR 1100 to 1400 a week. Got me worried
@@yourmom8971 When she said 1500-2500 miles....that is for 1 route, NOT a week, as multiple routes can be done in a week. Weekly average is more like 2700-3200 iirc
I am in a private CDL school, and have been eyeing Melton. I appreciate your video honest and informative, keep doing what you're doing. God bless
Erik Yost- King Thanks For Watching. Hope you decide to give Melton a try! God bless!
MAC credentials are:
Passport: $0.06 per mile
Twic: $0.00 (freebie)
Hazmat: $0.06 per mile
Tanker: $0.06 per mile
And last but not least (not part of MAC credentials)
Oversize load: $0.08 per mile
Tarp: $50.00
Repower: $25.00
So what is the average a week 5 days work
Thanks for posting this video! Gives good insight into the less talk about things. The fact your both happy and have nice equipment your not afraid to reveal to the world says alot.
I just had to sub. Am so interested in this.
Awesome video, just finished cdl school with Sage and this video is making me consider Melton.
Great video guys thanks I got my CDL in May and I’m looking to go flatbed. I was debating between TMC & Melton. I thinking about going with Melton.
Melton actually partner with tmc
I appreciate all the information and help. I spoke to my recruiter this afternoon and helpfully next week I’ll have everything squared away. And start early June.
Tony Huggins Awesome!! We hope to see you out here and always feel free to email or comment with any questions 🙂
WOW yall live in Rocky Mount. I'm from Bethel 10 miles east of Tarboro. Yall stay safe.
Do you happen to know how it is for new drivers such as myself with no experience?
Saw you guys at Birmingham last Monday didn’t know you did RUclips. I’ll subscribe and tell others.
peterbilt484 Hey there! We appreciate it! If you see us again, come say hi. Truck 10606.
I was told by the recruiters that those extra $.06 can stack, so a hazmat load into a Canadian port would be $0.18 a mile for the trip. I did not ask if it's just the trip into/on the way/etc or not.
Just wanted to say thanks for posting these vids, if I hadn't already. I am headed to orientation on Sept 1st and all of the info you guys have been providing has reassured me that I am making a good decision! ~Rob
let the man talk!! cool advice be safe thinking of melton as a first.
I’m getting out of school in 2 weeks and I got hired with Melton, I’m supposed to leave the week after I get my CDL, the only thing I don’t like is they don’t have a terminal here in Arizona so hometime will be hard for me. But I really want to drive for them
Melton is looking into getting more terminals. Hopefully they'll have some on the west coast soon!
Truck 11182 waving a hand to ya!👋
Appreciate ya.. I called a recruiter .. I have over a year experience.. one lady offered me .50,
The other offered me .51..
I’m coming from a company paying me .39.. y’all saying the pay scale is from .43-.56...
What if your truck breaks down away from a terminal. Do they put you in a hotel once your truck gets towed to the nearest mechanic shop?
Yes, when our APU went out we stopped for the night and they got us a hotel in Wytheville, VA until we could get to a Thermo King.
I’m moving to Charlotte so home time is good ?
Can I only be out 5 days ? Any paid orientation or training ?
Hey guys, I'm doing research on multiple companies to see what company is best for me, and one question I have is, does Melton have e-logs and qualcomm to receive dispatches and check hours of service?
What kind of fuel card do you guys use?
Comdata.
I am wanting to start YouTubing as a side hussle also. Did you guys have to get pre approval from Melton? Are you still employed with Melton? I am a Melton driver and want to share some info and make some extra money as well. What are some problems you have run into YouTubing as a side hussle? Advice?
Lilia Park - If by side hustle you mean make money, you’re better off making videos for fun and enjoyment and go from there. There really isn’t much money on RUclips anymore unless you’re channel is very large (over 10k subs) and active, and you parlay it into some merchandise.
Thanks for helping us
It's October 2019 right now. Are you guys still working for melton? Or for a different trucking company?
With a different company! We will be doing an update very soon!
@@truckwithus2477 wow so melton wasn't as good as you said or they did you wrong somehow?
I had a problem getting home my first time but I haven’t had anymore problems yet
Awesome! We hope things continue to go well!
TruckWithUs 24/7 almost had home time problem this time but we got everything taken care of
How long are you home for hometime?
What are the trucks governed at
65mph.
What is the starting pay??? (If I may ask) I'm deciding to going Back to Flatbed....and I have 18 years truck driving experience. Also where is your Main Terminal located. I live Hour and a half from Chicago,Illinois??
Christoffer Van Dyke Pay scale is 43 cents to 58 cents. Main terminal is located in Tulsa, Oklahoma but orientations are held in Masury, Ohio Birmingham, Alabama and Tulsa depending on which one is closest to you.
You’re right about the few jerks in the industry but there are a lot of vets that are mature and will assist you bc they notice you’re new, so those are the ones that matter not the miserable show boaters🤗🤗 ok, happy trucking👍🏾
Myron?
What is orientation like and does Melton get you there?
Check out our orientation video. It should help with some of your questions. 🙂
ruclips.net/video/R85DCX66ktc/видео.html
TruckWithUs 24/7 thank y’all very much. I just talked to a recruiter awhile ago I definitely hope all works out and I can go to Melton
@@slumericanfitness521 awesome! If our videos have helped you at all with your decision, please consider using WIGL as a referral on your application! We hope everything works out for you! 🙂
Are you still with Melton??
Do they have automatic trucks?
Where did they put you guys and your dog Monday through Wednesday night while they were working on your truck at the Tulsa shop. Do they put you in a hotel??
Yes, they put you in a hotel. The hotel they use in Tulsa is pet friendly. We actually were able to stay in our truck until the last night and they were going to give us a hotel but we decided to just stay at the terminal in the drivers lounge.
Thank you. Great video!
How many miles are you guys getting on avarage ??
DDD1580 Weekly average is about 2500-2700.
@@truckwithus2477 oh good i was told that by recruiter so thats really good. Are you able to do even more than that if you wanted or do they make you stop after a certain limit? Did you guys just do 2500 to 2700 because its all they had available? Or Were you able to do more but just didn't want to at the time?
Illegal for companies to tell you not to discuss your pay.
i was about to comment the same thing... like wtf THAT IS ILLEGAL
Do trucks come with inverters & do they have automatic idle shutdown?
JKI looiiu yes, all trucks have 1500 watt inverters. and they are converting to optimized idle but alot of the trucks still have tripacs. We've gotten a tripac truck both times. If you go through the birmingham orientation you have a better chance of getting one with a tripac.
Hey guys. What is the dot physical about at Melton?
Shoney Project The physical for Melton is different from the DOT physical but you will have to do both. For Melton, you'll have to pick up 3 tarps (25 pounds, 50 pounds, and 90 pounds) and place them on the trailer. And balance on one foot for 30 seconds. It can be different for other orientation locations but we went to Birmingham.
Hey hi you doing, im new to this and i will like to ask you if i had experience with swift and would to come to Melton. Any adivce you will like to tell me on flatbed. Is it difficult doing it.
Is Melton a flatbed only trucking company?
Cobb Knobbler thank you
Yes, flatbed and stepdeck only.
You guys live in rocky mount, I was raised in rocky mount, I went to southern Nash senior high
Cory Davis Yep. We're originally from Wilmington.
Yeah I just commented I'm from Bethel 10 miles east of Tarboro. I used to work at US Cold Logistics in Tarboro old Sara Lee (now Hillshire).
Do yall lease purchase??
They do teams for that to in melton
JFlow2786 We dont think so right now but we've heard some talk about it.
Hey was a great video and very good information tô new students but I would suggest that you ask questions before you get out there
what GPS should I get
Bruce Mccollough we use a Truckers Rand McNally.
www.amazon.com/dp/B00N58RZ34?ref_=Oct_CAMWishedC_3248683011_2&pf_rd_r=1N0NJPYJ717X0W37GHSR&pf_rd_p=399dde17-f2ed-5de6-a106-2f45a0c1675c&pf_rd_s=mobile-hybrid-5&pf_rd_t=30901&pf_rd_i=3248683011&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER
TruckWithUs 24/7 is raping the loads hard? I'll be starting orientation Sunday in Birmingham
It’s not hard. But it can get tiring. It’s definitely physically demanding.
Pro everything. Con Kevin in safety
Do they do solo?
Yes, from what we know Melton only does solo right now. We are not team.
She said it "comes with curtains" 😂😂😂😂. Is this y'all first driving job?
Nathan Rine No, we've been with many companies that don't have the little things, like cab curtains, which is why i mentioned it.
TruckWithUs 24/7 ABSOLUTELY, part of the reason I left my last company, no front curtains and bed right behind seat, no room to get dressed....so glad you mentioned something so important while otr🙌🏾🙌🏾. Just ran across your channel, Nice channel and safe trucking guys 😊
Is it anyway you guys can give me a call I have just one question about Melton
Darius Lee sure, email your phone number to truckwithus247365@gmail.com
TruckWithUs 24/7 ok just did
How’s winter miles with Melton ??
Melton says that the miles will slow down during winter but i never saw a change in miles during winter when I worked here the first time and its getting into the winter now and the miles have stayed the same.
@@truckwithus2477 why did you guys leave if melton is so good? Just curious since i am trying to go with them
I was making almost 62 cpm when those cut throats fired me because I refused to go into a HOS violation to deliver my load on a Monday night which was not scheduled to be delivered till that Thursday and I was only 150 miles away and I had done talked the site foreman into unloading me that Tuesday got a call the next morning from operations and told me to clean out my truck because they had another driver in route to finish the JOB as they put it so Melton left me soaking wet in South Dakota with no FUCKING WAY HOME that being said Melton is a great company for anyone wanting to start pulling a skateboard but if they tell you to jump you better be 5 feet in the air before asking how high.
Wow, we are so sorry that happened to you. We are no longer with melton but not for anything bad. Hope you found an awesome company that treats you right!
Well they are human. They deal with alot of stuff as well. Everyone has a bad day. Everyone goes from good moods to bad moods.
I talked with Melton and then I ran across your videos and have really enjoyed them I have some questions and would like to email you do you accept emails
Cary Snellgrove yes, email us @ truckwithus247365@gmail.com
Got a cdl from Los Angeles no experience.. really looking into this company. Do they pay ontime? How often are you home?
Also, how extensive is training?
idkman09 Yes, Melton pays every week on time. If you do direct deposit it will be every Friday. You will be paid for anything you deliver Tuesday through Monday on that Friday. We're able to come home every 2 weeks but since you live west of I-35 they will require a minimum of 3 weeks out and then you get 3 days home. In orientation you'll have to do a standard DOT physical and a Melton physical which includes picking up 3 different tarps (25 pounds, 50 pounds, and 90 pounds) and placing them on a trailer and balancing on one foot for 30 seconds. Additional requirements vary for each terminal but dont worry; they're all easy.
TruckWithUs 24/7 appreciate the quick reply. Is it true they have hair follicle test? I haven't smoked in two months and dont plan to do so again. That's my only speed bump right now. They already offered to bus me out to Tulsa, I just don't want to waste my time or their time.
Thank you for your time.
idkman09 Yes they will do a hair test. It will go back at least 90 days.
@@idkman09 how did the hair folice test go. I had an edible for a back injury early sept 2020 and let them know and off to Melton in January and they said you will be fine if not a regular which I stopped in June when getting my CDL. Bit worried about the hair follicle thing as I don’t want to waste my time.
Do they let you carry concealed
No, it is against company policy.
I went to two job sites in 3 years you lie
Do they have automatic trucks also?
Andrew Velazquez - Yes, and some manuals as well.
is some of the loads drop and hook
Yes, but unlike dry van the drop and hook loads are more of a hassle sometimes than being live loaded!
Do they have any automatics?
Yes, Melton is converting to all automatics with a few manuals still left in the fleet.