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Truck Drivers Needed For U.S.
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DRIVERS
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This is 100% legal, and you receive your
work visa before leaving home.
It is now impossible to obtain a Commercial Drivers License to drive trucks in America
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Minimum
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- At least 23 years old
- Clean driving record (No
more than 3 violations in 3 years)
- Accident free
- Able to pass medical & drug screen*
- Minimum five years driving experience
- 2nd Seat Team Driver can
have less experience
- Clean criminal record
- Able to provide written references or certificates (if you have any)
- No DUI's (Driving under the influence of alcohol) in the last 10 years.
- You also need excellent vision to obtain an American Commercial Drivers License.
- Medically fit;* there are some medical conditions such as
Diabetes, high blood pressure, epilepsy, that may disqualify you from obtaining an
American Commercial Drivers License.
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Please call us if you are in doubt
about vision or medical criteria prior to completing forms.
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FAQ's
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Q.
Who are we?
A.
We have been recruiting drivers for US companies since 1999. We have
now placed over 450 drivers at seven trucking companies in 2001.
We are incorporated in the USA, and operate from New Zealand. We are
also a licensed employment agency in New South Wales, Australia for
New South Wales trucking companies.
All the trucking companies we
place drivers with - have been approved by the Department of Labor,
and by the Immigration Department in America. No person enters the
USA without a valid work visa.
Q. What will I be
driving in America?
A. Top of the line, modern
trucks. Large sized 60" to 72" sleepers. The Trucking companies give
drivers top priority and the comfort of the driver is always utmost in their minds. The
trucks have air ride seats, arm rests, cruise control, double beds etc. Most have
satellite equipment, but you will have to purchase a CB, Television and fridge (optional).
All trucks and sleepers are fully heated and air-conditioned.
Q. What trailer will I be
towing?
A. Flat top trailers, fridge
(reefer) vans or dry vans. 48ft - 53ft in length. Carrying anything from ice cream and
vegetables to warehouse stock or car parts and building materials.
Q. How do I unload in America?
A. The carriers' pay money to
'lumpers' (guys that are paid to do this). All you have to do is back up to the docks at
each end and the lumpers' do the rest. 30% of the time you just "drop and hook"
the trailers. It is rare that you have to do much more than this, and if you do, you get
paid extra. If you do any tarping, you are paid a tarping fee. Most of our companies are
dry (general) or fridge carrying companies.
Q. Where will I be
driving?
A. The American's like us because
we are not fussy about where we have to go. You could be asked to drive across all 48
states to drop off the load, even Canada! Most of the time you will pass through at least
five states to get to your destination.
Q. What do I need to take
with me?
A. Travel light. Take a sleeping
bag or quilt, sheet and pillowcase, and a minimum amount of clothes as there are washing
machines and dryers at the truck stops. 1 suitcase and 1 hand
luggage maximum.
Q. Travel Insurance?
A. Definitely. This is compulsory
for your own safety. It covers dental & medical up to $250,000, and plane delays. We
organize this cover for $150.00 initial deposit then US$17.75 via payroll deduction per week.
Some carriers will offer their medical coverage for you, but you must take ours for the
first 90 days, as the carrier policies have a 90-day wait for coverage.
US medical insurance begins at $22.00 per week.
Q. How
do I get my visa?
A. When the carrier approves you
we submit your passport and necessary paperwork as a group to the
American Consulate. You are invited for an interview at the
Consulate. Every person has an interview to be issued a work
visa. Your passport is returned to you in 7 to 10 days. When you receive
your passport and visa back we can help you make arrangements for your departure.
Q. Am I allowed to work for anyone else in
the United States?
A. You are
permitted to work for the carrier who accepted you. If you leave, it is a condition
of the visa, that the employer advise the Consulate who issued the visa, and the
Immigration Service Centre who approved the petition of your departure. You will be asked to sign an employment contract as
well as a policies and conditions of employment. We are very strict on this - or you may
ruin the opportunity for many other drivers to go to America. Non Cancellation of visa can
carry a $10,000 USD fine to all concerned. The only time you
can legally work for another employer is if the new employer has the
same work visas and the INS allow you to transfer.
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Payments
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Each
carrier has different pay rates. You will start
at between .28 USD cents and .32 USD cents per
mile. Current drivers are averaging 2500 to 3000
miles a week. One week you may drive 3000 and
the next you may drive 2890. You pay American
tax, and are paid in America by the carrier. You
should receive your first pay within 2-3 weeks
after you have completed your first trip then
weekly after that. Each carrier
is different and we will tell you the details
of the carrier when we offer you a position.
Team Driving Opportunities
Available:
Many U.S trucking companies have asked us for
Team Drivers. Team drivers can be husband/wife,
male/male, female/female or male/female.
If you are teaming with an experienced truck driver
with over 5 years long-haul experience, most of
our companies will take the 2nd seat driver with
6 months driving experience. Please call us for
our criteria for 2nd seat drivers. Each company
we work with has different hiring standards. We
will place you with the most suitable company
for your experience.
For drivers that have not been to the USA, we
have CDL manuals and USA information available
for you before you go.
Teams run more miles that solo drivers. Teams
run between 4500 and 6000 miles per week. (Sometimes
more.)
From Los Angeles to New York is 2824 miles and
would take a team about 2 days to complete. Leaving
enough days in the week to do a return trip.
The pay rate for teams start at .28 to .32 cents
per mile split between the 2 drivers. Nashville
Teams get .37 (split).
For example: If you covered 5000 miles for the
week at .30 cents per mile, your pay would be
$1500.00 usd ($750-00 usd each)
In the past these miles have been easily obtainable
from the companies with most team drivers doing
more.
Working in a team, has many good points:
Companionship
Cook while you drive instead of eating in truck
stops
Make extra money
See the sites of America together....
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GETTING MONEY HOME:
If you need to get money home, the easiest way
is with a bank telegraphic wire at $35-00usd,
this gets to New Zealand in 24 hours (cost varies
from bank to bank), or buy a bank cheque for $5-00
and post it home. You need a SWIFT CODE from your
bank to wire funds home. Take the SWIFT
CODE with you to the USA.
TAX RATE:
The American tax rate is approximate to our tax
rates. You do an American tax return and claim
deductions/receipts same as you do here.
The US have a $38.00 "meal allowance"
per day for Truckers.
UPON APPROVAL:
When you receive your approval to work for the
US Carrier, we then post you a package that contains
travel information, an employment contract, medical
insurance forms and a CDL (driver license manual.)
It also has a check list of all other information
we need from you. You send this check list together
with your passport and appropriate fees to us.Do
not give notice at your current job until the
US Consulate has issued your work visa. As soon
as you get your passport back - you tell us the
best time you can depart. We try to have a group
of drivers depart at the same time that is why
we like to discuss your departure date with you.
ARRIVAL TO THE USA:
Upon arrival to America - company representatives
will meet you. Be prepared for a 10 - 14 day wait
period before you can do your CDL. This
is waiting for your social number. The first
four days are to obtain your CDL; the next two
days are company orientation. Then you go out
with another driver for a week or a trip. As is,
each carrier is different. For some carriers -
it will be 7 to 10 days before you get your own
truck. This time is used for orientation, classroom
lectures and gaining your license. After this
time you will be allocated your own truck and
you go out to work on your own.
GOOD LUCK!
Truck driving in America is an opportunity to
experience a different country's lifestyle and
culture, and 95% of the drivers we have sent in
the past - love the job, the country and the experience
they are gaining. We know you will as well. When
you return home we send you a certificate of service
and a reference. Please give us a call when you
get home. Thank you.
DISCLAIMER: THIS INFORMATION IS CORRECT AT TIME OF PRINTING, BUT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. UPDATED 2007.
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