About Nick Strimbu Inc
Since 1926, Nick Strimbu Inc. is a 4th generation, family owned regional reefer and
flatbed company that operates primarily east of the Mississippi. We are a union company and our drivers enjoy some of the best pay and benefits in the valley! Our trucks are 2019 - 2024 Freightliner Cascadias . Our drivers enjoy the same bells and whistles of the mega carriers without becoming "a number" and has been named a 2023 Best Fleets To Drive For.
We are a veteran friendly company with a long history of working with the requirements and
demands of Reserve and National Guard component members. We also have developed a training program in conjunction with FMCSA requirements to hire and train newly separated service members who have used the CDL Skills Test Waiver to obtain their class A CDL license.
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Nick Strimbu Inc Overview
Hiring Areas
Driver Requirements
Minimum Experience
No Prior Experience Required
CDL License
None
Freight Type
- Not Specified
Allowable Moving Violations
4
Allowable Preventable Accidents
1
Hazmat Endorsement
No
Benefits
Paid Orientation
Yes
Pets
Yes
Questions and Answers about Nick Strimbu Inc
- General Questions
Is the company privately or publicly held?
4th generation family owned and operated, celebrating our 100th anniversary
How many total employees does the company have?
125 company drivers
How many drivers does the company currently have?
125 company drivers
What is the company’s turnover rate?
30-35% annually compared to 95-100% for large companiesAverage driver tenure with company 4.5 years compared to 1 year industry average22% of drivers hired are referred by our drivers
How many empty trucks does the company have right now?
5 trucks currently empty with option to purchase additional trucks as needed.
If the company has a lot of empty trucks it might be a sign that more drivers are quitting than they are able to hire?
We do not have that problem
How many terminals does the company have and where are they?
1 terminal located in Brookfield, Ohio,.
How long has the average driver been with the company?
4.5 years compared to 1 year industry average
What is the passenger policy?
At least 12 years old, set up for 1 week trips at a time.
What is the pet policy?
1 pet
- Operational Questions
What kinds of freight does the company haul?
Refrigerated Grocery and General Steel Products
In what states does the company operate in the most?
East half of the US
What is the ratio of driver managers to drivers?
1 driver manager can have up to 30 drivers
What is the ratio of load planners to trucks?
We have 5 load planners for our fleet
What is the average length of load?
400 miles
What is the average # of miles per tractor?
150,000 miles
How are the drivers’ miles calculated? (Short Miles, Practical Mileage, Household Movers Guide)
Practical Mileage
What percent of your freight is Drop and Hook?
60-65% drop and hook on refrigerated.
Are drivers required to physically unload freight?
No Touch Freight
How many hours are free before the driver starts receiving detention time pay?
Detention begins after 2 hours
How long do stops take to get offloaded on average?
Varies
Is the company forced dispatch?
Assigned loads, yes. Violate safety standards (weather, fatigue, etc.) No.
What happens if a driver refuses to take a dispatch for a legitimate reason?
Depends on the reason - safety, weather, HOS are all legitimate reasons. "I don't feel like working today" is not.
Are drivers able to stay within a certain geographical area or are they required to run wherever the company runs?
General company footprint
Does your company use customer based freight or brokered freight?
Mix. Outbound loads are almost 100% direct customer. Back-hauls are a mix.
What percentage of the company's freight is brokered freight?
15% brokered
Does the trucking company have an idle policy?
Trucks are equipped with APU's
Does the company use satellite communications?
Mobilcomm messaging system on company issued tablet
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?
Samsara
- Equipment Questions
What type of trucks does the company use?
Freightliner Cascadia
What is the average age of the company’s tractors?
1.5 years
What is the average age of the company’s trailers?
3 - 4 years old
Do the trucks come equipped with APU’s?
Yes
Do the trucks come equipped with power inverters?
Yes, 2,500 - 3,000 w
If no power inverters are installed can the driver install one aftermarket?
Inverters are already installed in truck
Does the company “slip seat” drivers or assign drivers to trucks?
Assigned tractors
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?
Depends on where they live, most parking is at the terminal, however we do out of terminal parking agreements.
Do drivers need to be prepared to have a place to keep the trailer on home time?
Not typically. Home weekly.
Can drivers leave the trailer locked up in a different location than the tractor on home time?
tractor and trailer must stay connected if on a load and parking out of terminal
Do the trucks come equipped with refrigerators?
yes
Do the trucks have single bunks or double bunks?
Double bunks
- New Hire Orientation Questions
How long is the company’s orientation process?
2 days initial orientation, 1 day final orientation (truck assignment)
Are new hires paid anything for orientation?
yes
Does the company pay for all travel arrangements?
Yes
What method of travel does the company use? (Flight, Bus, Rental Car)
Rental Car for out of area hires.
Does the driver get their own hotel room or are drivers required to room with another driver?
Single rooms only
Does the company expect the driver to pay them back for orientation expenses if the driver does not drive for them for a certain period of time?
No
After orientation is finished how long will it take for the driver to get dispatched home to pick up his/her gear?
We typically only hire from our immediate geographical region. In the rare occasion we hire an out of area driver, their first dispatch is to get them home.
Are pets and passengers allowed to attend orientation with the driver?
No
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 at the main terminal where orientation is held.
- Compensation & Pay Questions
How does the company pay?
Mileage, sliding scale. The shorter the dispatch, the higher the cpm
Based on my level of experience – how much is the company willing to pay me?
Average driver with less than 1 year experience $70-$80,000Average driver with more than 1 year experience $90-$100,000
What is the max rate of pay for your drivers?
varies by length of haul
How does the company handle raises?
Collective Bargaining Agreement
What type of benefits does the company offer? (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, etc.)
Medical, Dental, Vision, short term disability, life insurance. 401k with 100% match up to 6% election by the driver
How long must a driver be employed before benefits kick in?
Medical, Dental, Vision, SSD, Life Insurance - 60 Days401k - 1 year
Does the company offer a fuel bonus program?
Not at this time
Does the company offer a safety bonus program?
2 tiered quarterly safety bonus (basic and performance)
Does the company offer a performance bonus program?
Quarterly Performance Safety BonusQuarterly On-Time Percentage Bonus
Does the company offer any sign on bonuses?
$1,000 / $1,500 transition bonus
How does the sign on bonus pay out?
Split between the first 2 checks
Does the company offer longevity bonuses or retention bonuses for tenured drivers?
$500 retention bonus at 6 months$500 retention bonus at 1 year
Does the company offer a driver referral bonus program?
$1,500 driver referral bonus
Does the company offer transition pay for changing employers?
$1,000 / $1,500 transition bonus
Does the company offer orientation pay?
Orientation is paid
- Lease Purchase Questions
Does your company offer a Lease Purchase Program?
Not at this time
