About NEMA Inc.
We're looking for an Over-The-Road Professional Driver. You would work a dedicated weekly "route" that would have you working with the same customers week after week that look forward to seeing you and working with you. Our drivers spend less time waiting at docks because our customers work with us to expedite the pickup and delivery process. We are looking for professional drivers that want a career (not just a job!). We value our drivers and have a great support staff that understands the importance of the job our drivers do!
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NEMA Inc. Overview
Hiring Areas
Driver Types
- Solo Interested in Team
- Company Driver
Driver Requirements
Minimum Experience
2 Years
CDL License
Class A
Freight Type
- Dry Van
Allowable Moving Violations
1
Allowable Preventable Accidents
1
Hazmat Endorsement
No
Benefits
Paid Orientation
Yes
Pets
Yes
Questions and Answers about NEMA Inc.
- General Questions
Is the company privately or publicly held?
Privately
How many total employees does the company have?
65
How many drivers does the company currently have?
33
How many empty trucks does the company have right now?
2
How many terminals does the company have and where are they?
1 - Duluth, GA
How long has the average driver been with the company?
10+ years
What is the passenger policy?
Our insurance company does not cover passengers other than company employees
What is the pet policy?
We LOVE pets - we have 2 office cats! We do not require a deposit, but if your pet damages the tractor / equipment - you may be asked to help pay for repair/replacement costs.
- Operational Questions
What kinds of freight does the company haul?
Paper machine clothing (product that helps make paper!)
In what states does the company operate in the most?
We go to all papermills in the United States except Hialeah, FL. We also have 5 trucks that go to Canada and 2 routes that go to Laredo, TX.
What is the ratio of driver managers to drivers?
We have 1 Driver manager for our entire team, but we also have Fleet Support that manages your equipment, Operations that manages our customers & your loads and you have access to all of them whenever needed.
What is the average # of miles per tractor?
1800-2500
How are the drivers’ miles calculated? (Short Miles, Practical Mileage, Household Movers Guide)
PC Miler Practical miles
Are drivers required to physically unload freight?
Yes, but with the assistance of an overhead crane that we will train you to use! Makes loading / unloading easier!
How many hours are free before the driver starts receiving detention time pay?
1 hour
How long do stops take to get offloaded on average?
30 minutes to 1 hour
Are drivers able to stay within a certain geographical area or are they required to run wherever the company runs?
Driver gets assigned a route / region and stays there unless they wish to change, or we ask for a volunteer to help out with other routes to cover vacations
Does your company use customer based freight or brokered freight?
Customer based
What percentage of the company's freight is brokered freight?
0%
Does the trucking company have an idle policy?
We have APUs in all tractors except those that run team so idling is not necessary
Does the company use E-logs or Paper Logs?
E-logs
If the company uses e-log which system is used? People-Net, Qualcomm, etc?
PeopleNet
- Equipment Questions
What type of trucks does the company use?
Volvos, FreightLiners & Mack
What is the average age of the company’s tractors?
We lease tractors, so all should be 5 years or newer
What is the average age of the company’s trailers?
5 -7 years
Do the trucks come equipped with APU’s?
Yes
Do the trucks come equipped with power inverters?
Yes
Does the company “slip seat” drivers or assign drivers to trucks?
Drivers get assigned trucks
If a driver takes extended home time is there a risk that their truck will be taken away and reassigned?
No
Are drivers able to take the tractor home with them on home time?
Not at this time.
Do drivers need to be prepared to have a place to keep the trailer on home time?
No.
Can drivers leave the trailer locked up in a different location than the tractor on home time?
On Home time - Trailers are at NEMA Warehouse in Duluth & Tractor is at Domicile (Ryder, Penske, Nextran shop)
Do the trucks come equipped with refrigerators?
Yes
Do the trucks have single bunks or double bunks?
Depends. Some have single, some have double.
- New Hire Orientation Questions
How long is the company’s orientation process?
2-3 hours crane training at warehouse, 2 hours orientation with HR, 1 week (minimum) of training with driver trainer to learn how to load/unload and how our routes work.
Are new hires paid anything for orientation?
Yes
Does the company have enough trucks for all of the drivers it hires at orientation or will the driver need to travel to another facility or terminal to recover a truck after orientation is finished?
All trucks are domiciled locally (within 10-15 miles of warehouse)
- Compensation & Pay Questions
How does the company pay?
Weekly salary
What type of benefits does the company offer? (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, etc.)
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, Short Term & Long Term Disability, Accident & Critical Illness plans, 401(k), Uniforms, Cell phone reimbursement, Paid Time off, Company Christmas Party & Company Picnic
How long must a driver be employed before benefits kick in?
Benefits kick in the first of the month following 60 days of employment
Does the company offer a safety bonus program?
Yes. up to .03 cents per mile driven can be earned for safe driving, no log violations, and compliance with policies / procedures.
Does the company offer a driver referral bonus program?
Yes - $2000 referral bonus for drivers
Does the company offer orientation pay?
Yes
- Lease Purchase Questions
Does your company offer a Lease Purchase Program?
No
