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@Og_Blue_ yes! 😅 Every time!

I am an employee driver, sometimes I take it to the final destination (a warehouse delivery somewhere) and sometimes they don't need me to make the delivery so I drop it at the company yard. Most companies have the same system.

@@PortsOfLosAngeles so how far away are the final destinations?

@dubbdadubb Usually for us local drivers anywhere in the grater L.A. area. We can drive from a port to anywhere that you can get there and come back to base in one shift. Any trips going long haul are taken mostly by drivers who drive Over the Road. Depending on what company you work for.

😆 yes they all look alike! 😆 Containers have an I.D. number, and I can only pick-up a container that belongs to my company. There is a whole transaction process. 🙂

@@PortsOfLosAngeles this is so fascinating 😀

@@dubbdadubb Thank you! I'm so happy you watched the video! 😃

@@dubbdadubb Thank you! I am so happy you watched the video! 😃

You too! Thank you! 😄✌

You too brother! 😀✌

I am sorry, I am not sure I understand the question. However, the truck path is designed as a one-way in and one-way out system.

@@undefinedJjkkk-re8dy Yes! 😎

@@OTMhzmt HI! No, I am not an owner. I am just an employee.

@@PortsOfLosAngeles are u still providing training for ports how do you arrange this if so

@@OTMhzmt Sure! I am always happy to help! Please send me an email. l.a.portsdriver@gmail.com

@@cai-hansen Thank you! 😆 I am so happy you watched the video!

@@Hulicestavares1626 💯 🫡

@@tinakerr2300 Thank you! 😊 My main purpose is to help because we did not get any port training!

@@PortsOfLosAngeles I would be lost in a day you make it look easy

@tinakerr2300 😂 I do now. Too bad did not make videos when I was new, it would have been more like screaming and crying videos!!!😅😅😅

Yes, you're right, and I have not been there yet. 😅

@@cindy6787 Agreed!!! 😎

@jenniferbabros1985 💯 very true!

@@jenniferbabros1985 So good! 😃👍

Hi! Yes, some days are like this. Other days are a lot less busy. Every port takes their turn! 😅 Please watch my video about "Long line to get in the port." I am so happy you watched the video!😊

@@jenniferbabros1985 Always!!! 🤪

🙁 I'm so sorry you feel that way. However, I imagine you already know about copyrights, and we can't just use any music. This is free music for anyone to use. Please see the artist. 😁

🤟😂🤟 Those were the best! We were so busy!

Yes! 💯

@1ZosoLZ Hi! Yes, I understand there is a long waiting list. They will start people as temps working random schedules. The difficult part is getting hired by the union, and I have never tried.

So, that's part of the point of the videos. To give you an idea, what to expect, because I did not get any training for the ports. At this port, they don't have a map, but the clerks are very helpful, and I can ask them which way to go, then you'll get the hang of it after a few visits. 😀

@@1ZosoLZ that's the spot! 😁

@@Hulicestavares1626 Thank you so much!😁

Yup, these are the busy seasons! 😅

@@PortsOfLosAngeles One thing for sure, is that they get paid good money 💵

​@@morresortizYup!😊

😅 I am not sure which part you are referring to, however, Professional drivers prioritize defensive driving to prevent accidents, while others recklessly endanger themselves and others with their aggressive driving. These inconsiderate drivers are just bullies of the road.😊

@@lysbest0708 😁 Thank you! I am so happy you're watching the videos! 😁 The music is also linked in the description.

HI! 😀 I am so happy you're watching the videos. I do have 2 videos at the BNSF yard. I know that yards you are talking about on Washington Blvd. Unfortunately I do not get to go to the Santa Fe yard that you are asking, and the ICTF yard I have been but a long time ago, when I was not making videos yet. I do not get to chose where I go, only dispatch and when it's my turn. 😅 I believe you, that the companies don't want people getting video, however there are so many already, and some not very good or useful. If someone would tell me something, I would probably remove my videos. My videos are meant for training and to the point, quickly!

@@adebewok9943 Greetings! 👋🌞 👋

@@Geznake I am so happy you watched the videos! 😃 Thank you so very much!

@@roonisgaming7885 Luckyyyy!!!!😎

I wish we had our own highway, second level, everywhere! 😁

Saludos!!! 😀

Yes, it is true. Usually the dispatchers do all that. You can't just show-up, unless you already know, the port made an exception that day, then dispatch would tell you too. Also, the appointment a time window. They will not allow you to enter more than 30 minutes, or too late=missed the appointment. That's the reason you see drivers parked outside. They are usually too early, and waiting for the time to enter the port.

Yeah! All Week!!! 😬

Thank You!

👋😆👋

@@PortsOfLosAngeles 🥼👋👶😢😭😭😭 Owwwie!!! Lol

Although we can still have slow season here. When I drove O.T.R. I usually did not earn good money. Driving in the ports is a lot easier, I am home, and money is a lot better. 😊

The worst part is probably dealing with other drivers in busy times! Everyone wants to get to the front of the line, and they will cut you off at any chance. The port workers used to be horrible. They have improved, but you can still run into someone yelling at you unnecessarily, and you can't fight back because they can get you banned from the port.

Busy but the loads Don't pay nothing. Too😂😂😂😂 much down time you never get paid for. 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

It's an average of $30 with no overtimepay. Different companies will have overtime or pay extra, per container moved. Night shift went to $35 once, but not anymore. Sometimes a company offers [about] $26 per hour plus over time. I am used to working 10 to 12 hours per day, and the paychecks work pretty well.😁

@@PortsOfLosAngeles how many runs do you make per day? I heard wait times can be up to 6 hours? Is that true

I do not have a dedicated route. Every day is different. When I was working at night, we would average 2 round trips per day, and yes, I have done 6, or 7 hours with one container move. However, at this moment, ports are slow, and those delays are not very common. Right now, it is possible to make 3 or 4 round trips to the ports and have a container each way.

Yup. They'll never listen to us. They always think we are just a dumb driver.

Good to know. I wish they would have a sign about that. Usually, we never get many instructions about these things. Thank you so very much!😁

Actually these smaller, single container, cranes are self-driving. 🙂

@PortsOfLosAngeles thanks. That is what I meant. Super interesting.

Ports, LBCT and TraPac have automated cranes, and I understand that an operator is needed for the final mounting moment.

Yeah! 🤣 My video ought to be sponsored by Babble. "Learn Spanish, so you can become a pro, working at the ports." 🤣🤣🤣

Yes, it can be. However, as an employee driver, I believe this is a lot easier than driving O.T.R. and I did my share of O.T.R.

I guess it's your personal perspective. I also had my infuriating days O.T.R.

😂 I know what you're saying! 🤣

That's a "wild card." However, I have noticed that, about 2:00pm and similar for the night shift.

CMVs are governed at certain speeds.

I agree with you! Sometimes, you just can't see past that truck, and there could be another slower vehicle. Sometimes, drivers are just an asshole person.

I’m the container flying by you on the 3rd lane lol. Fuck a govern.

I've seen you! 🤣🤣🤣

@Angry_70 I know, my truck is governed at 65MPH. If you're going to drive below the speed limit, drive on the exit lane. There are plenty of other rigs driving 60 plus mph in CA wanting to use the lane you're camping in.