Every time I spot a flatbed with a perfect, squared away tarp on it, I automatically assume it's a Melton truck. Those boys throw rags like no one else in the industry. Very professional, every time.
The trainer is amazing. I love he tells me the wrong way to do it, and why its wrong. Which is superb, nobody teaches you the wrong way experience does and this guy is sharing that wisdom! Thanks a million
@@50plustrucker since I live in Iowa, I decided to join the Roehl truck lines team. They have regional routes that will get me home every week. I was looking into Melton but they are a little too far from my residence.
Kudos man on investing in yourself and buying those six foot drop tarps. Like your statement," If you're afraid to work I don't know what to tell you.."
I'm in Tulsa from Florida, already pass my driving test in Orientation, would love to have you as my trainer, I like the calmness and patient. *You're ONE of the BESTS.* May you be blessed
Im from south georgia i start orientation on the 21st at Melton im not gonna lie i subscribed to your channel last week and the way you train is like no other i would love to have you as my trainer your willing to teach a new driver the game and im willing to learn
You’re a great trainer and thank you for also explaining so well in the video. I’m in Canada and have been doing regional curtainside for the last year. Now I’m going with another company to do long haul flatbed, so I’ve been brushing up on proper techniques for securing and tarping and your video was fantastic! Hope to see you on the road someday!
Appreciate your videos man. I'm a heavy haul driver coming to Melton and while I know heavy loads I know nothing about flatbed really so I watch these to get an idea before I go
@@daniellebrandon4207 that’s great news. If I can help you with anything please reach out to me and please contact Melton using this link intelliapp.driverapponline.com/c/meltontrucklines?r=terrancesmall Also if you need me try email at 50plustruckertalk@gmail.com
This past May I was in Melton training office , didn't have a chance to finish do to some medical issues in my house . But I will like to go back and due again hope you can be my trainer
I tell them all the time. Tarping the load isn't hard at all. It's harder taking tarps off, rolling them up, and putting them away. Good video. I got my start at Melton years ago. They're a great company.
@@50plustrucker WOW! I never get tired of hearing that. It's actually humbling. I'm glad I helped in your decision to do what you do. I just found your channel today, and you had me considering being a trainer. Maybe an instructor. Keep doing what you're doing. You're doing great. #Meltonstrong
Jack’s I hope everything works out well And please let me know if there’s anything I can do that might be able to help you with the process. Let your recruiter know I am your referral and use my referral code SMATE and you can also see 50Plus they know who I am and hopefully will help you
Nice, our company has a 3 tarp system as well. I'm not a personal fan of it. It definitely insures full coverage but if you tarp correctly you can make it work with 2 27 foot tarps as well. 6 foot drops work for most loads.
what up og!!! nice thought i was the only flatbedder using kneepads at my old age of 34 lol.good securement and nice to see you at 100% after your rattlesnake bite.be safe.
I love your impression of MR. “I’m the only one who knows how to tarp” 😂 anyways, I’ve seen several ppl use chains across the very front and back in a X formation, is there a time when that is not necessary? I would think it was for lumber that could shift forwards or backwards…
I start orientation on Monday the 31st. Can I request u to be my trainer for my 2 weeks on the road. Ur videos are amazing!! Been watching them to prepare me for flat bed. I’m coming from CR england. Only dealing with refer
I got them from Joplin Tarp Company and they are the same people who supply Melton with their tarps. Give them a call. They will let you pay over the phone and they drop them off at the terminal in Tulsa. (417) 825-1217
I really like the way you show and explain. However, I can't get past the straps hooked to the side rails. It is clearly stated by the FMCSA - "All tiedowns and other components of a cargo securement system used to secure loads on a trailer equipped with rub rails must be located inboard of the rub rails whenever practicable."
Aren't the bungees securing a tarp, not securing a load? The tarp is not securement so I think any bungees securing it can go wherever right? Or am I misinterpreting
Looking to get into Melton soon. Just had my phone interview this morning and I'm excited about everything! I live about an hour North of Houston though, will they reimburse for a rental car?
what happens if they swap you or repower or whatever the case may be while you got your personal tarp on? that shii expenseive to let go. i would understand blanket pads
So you're using your own tarps that you bought what happens if you need to get repowered you just lose those tarps? or do you like un tarp them and then help the other person re tarp with the ones that they have?
Hey how's it going 50 plus fellow Melton driver I was wondering how long are them tarps? so I can put in my order. I've been with Melton little over a year. Hey every time I catch up with you in h-town man you leave me in the dust LOL.
I worked for melton for 6 months it was exiting being a new driver and all but my dm was stupid she sent me a load that was 80 miles away I get there and it was to late to load up so I had to come back the next day so I get there the next day and get loaded up I secure my load and tarp it. My dm was blowing up my phone once I got in the truck I saw I had a miss call from her I call her back and she tells me that load was a mistake and was a load that was given to another driver the day before and to head back to the truck stop where I was at in the beginning for the weekend, turns out the load I got loaded with belongings to the owner operator that helped me tarp up that load Long story short I got tired of the bs so I quit
Systems transport I run west coast regional fleet California Oregon and Washington two weeks out and 2 days home melton started us off at 52 cpm systems starts off at 58
The tarping is fine . Still everyone that traps loads should switch to rope instead of those dangerous bungy cords. Those things have broken on me and hit my face so near my eye I thought wow I could have been blinded. Now ropes just do not do that and it is faster once the person is used to making the knots . Once a person has that down it is faster and so much safer. At least wear safety glasses when using those rubber cords with the hooks on them . I have had new ones break and old ones it does not seem to matter. I saw people who did nothing at a lumber place but tarp loads and they all told me that yes they have been hit in the face with the hooks . One guy had a massive cut in his arm once from them that had he been alone he would have died . He had cut so deep into his arm he almost lost it .
I keep rope for loads that are uneven or tall and tend to make the tarps blowout while traveling. I find that rope keeps enough tension to keep the tarps in good order.
There are Shippers that are not very helpful with tarps. Glass Shipper have Metal Racks which make Tarping very difficult. Occasionally Tarping Steel Pipe and/or Steel Beams also
Hey just wanted you to know I’m out Orr with trainer from melton. Doug Eichorn great person overall this is a great company ima be sticking with all praise to god
Call Joplin Tarp Company. The phone number is in the description of this video. If you works with Melton they will deliver the tarps to the Tulsa terminal for you. You can tell him what you all over the phone and they can take your payment over the phone and deliver it for you.
Sad, but you see that a lot in all fields of work today. I feel sorry for business owners because everyone could make more if we took care of supplies provided and needed. We don't have the pride of our ancestors. Look at our cities!! Garbage everywhere and trash cans what are they?
Respectfully, I’m not sure you’re a driver or just interested in the culture but keep in mind. We tarp for many reasons not just because it’s going to rain. We tarp to deter theft and it protects the load from wind damage during transport. The list of reasons are long.
***DO NOT BUY these tarps!!! They are heaviest things you'll ever encounter!!! I regret watching these videos and buying me some. Now I'm stuck with them! Pulled my lower disk trying to lift them on the first load! I'm getting rid of them! Go with 3 piece system!!
Are you a Melton driver? If you are and what you are stating is true I will buy those tarps from you and you won’t be stuck with something you can’t use. ONLY IF YOU ARE BEING TRUTHFUL
Every time I spot a flatbed with a perfect, squared away tarp on it, I automatically assume it's a Melton truck. Those boys throw rags like no one else in the industry. Very professional, every time.
Thank you very much and we definitely try
The trainer is amazing. I love he tells me the wrong way to do it, and why its wrong. Which is superb, nobody teaches you the wrong way experience does and this guy is sharing that wisdom! Thanks a million
Thank you so much I'm getting ready to start FB in 2wks and this video makes me feel so confident ❤❤❤❤ Great Job
You are a great trainer. Nice, calm, and allowing the trainee to work hands on. I could only hope I could get a trainer like you.
Thank you very much. Are you coming over to Melton?
@@50plustrucker since I live in Iowa, I decided to join the Roehl truck lines team. They have regional routes that will get me home every week. I was looking into Melton but they are a little too far from my residence.
@@juniortrucker3389 I’m sure you’re going to do just fine
Kudos man on investing in yourself and buying those six foot drop tarps.
Like your statement," If you're afraid to work I don't know what to tell you.."
Really neat I like it
Thank you
I applied but have not heard anything from them yet. How long does it usually take to hear something
I'm in Tulsa from Florida, already pass my driving test in Orientation, would love to have you as my trainer, I like the calmness and patient. *You're ONE of the BESTS.*
May you be blessed
Thank you very much and hopefully I’ll meet you next week in Tulsa
@@50plustrucker
Just can't wait..!
Be blessed sir
EXCELLENT VIDEO. I am beginning tarping. I am 67 and I learned something. Thank you.
50 plus the man the myth the legend. I’ve heard very good things about you and I hope your my trainer when I show up there may 9th
Good evening to ya, let’s keep our fingers crossed maybe it can happen
Im from south georgia i start orientation on the 21st at Melton im not gonna lie i subscribed to your channel last week and the way you train is like no other i would love to have you as my trainer your willing to teach a new driver the game and im willing to learn
You’re a great trainer and thank you for also explaining so well in the video. I’m in Canada and have been doing regional curtainside for the last year. Now I’m going with another company to do long haul flatbed, so I’ve been brushing up on proper techniques for securing and tarping and your video was fantastic! Hope to see you on the road someday!
Thank you very much and I know you will do great as a flatbeder
Appreciate your videos man. I'm a heavy haul driver coming to Melton and while I know heavy loads I know nothing about flatbed really so I watch these to get an idea before I go
Good job driver
Ty sir for the attention to detail on that tarping
Thank you 🙏🏾
I really appreciate it for the information brother 💯💪🏿💯💪🏿💪🏿
My Friend 50
Good evening
Excellent video , is the first time i see you training on site , very good explanation.
Best regards
4 August 2021
I’ll do more videos like this one for you guys
This is a great video! I so much appreciate you taking the time to put this together for others.
Thank you very much for your reply, I truly hope it helps you 😊
@@50plustrucker it really did. I'm considering coming to melton because of it.
@@daniellebrandon4207 that’s great news. If I can help you with anything please reach out to me and please contact Melton using this link intelliapp.driverapponline.com/c/meltontrucklines?r=terrancesmall
Also if you need me try email at 50plustruckertalk@gmail.com
This past May I was in Melton training office , didn't have a chance to finish do to some medical issues in my house . But I will like to go back and due again hope you can be my trainer
Reach out to them again and use the link below
intelliapp.driverapponline.com/c/meltontrucklines?r=terrancesmall
Very helpful video thank you sir
Thank you for watching
excellent video very organized
Thank you
Looking forward to learning the techniques from Melton and burning some diesel with you so !
Ya gonna enjoy it my friend
I tell them all the time. Tarping the load isn't hard at all. It's harder taking tarps off, rolling them up, and putting them away. Good video. I got my start at Melton years ago. They're a great company.
It’s good to hear from you brother I’ve watched your videos for quite a long time.
Honestly you one of the reasons I do this
@@50plustrucker WOW! I never get tired of hearing that. It's actually humbling. I'm glad I helped in your decision to do what you do. I just found your channel today, and you had me considering being a trainer. Maybe an instructor. Keep doing what you're doing. You're doing great. #Meltonstrong
@@GuILty718 Thank you my brother and I’ll be reaching out to you soon, Try and share some of this trucking wisdom to as many people as we can
No their not. 🤣😂🤣
Keep it up big brother. You’re a motivator
Thank you very much, I’ll do my best to encourage with the truth.
Hey man great video. Hopefully when I finish school and make my way to Melton your my trainer. Cause I want to do flatbed all day.
Are you in CDL school now?
I’m looking forward to coming to Melton. Hopefully they get all my driving verified and I’ll be there around the middle to the end of the month.
Jack’s I hope everything works out well And please let me know if there’s anything I can do that might be able to help you with the process. Let your recruiter know I am your referral and use my referral code SMATE and you can also see 50Plus they know who I am and hopefully will help you
Nice, our company has a 3 tarp system as well. I'm not a personal fan of it. It definitely insures full coverage but if you tarp correctly you can make it work with 2 27 foot tarps as well. 6 foot drops work for most loads.
I’m curious, how much do they pay you to tarp your loads?
Thank you sir. That was a very helpful video
Thank you, my friend for watching
what up og!!! nice thought i was the only flatbedder using kneepads at my old age of 34 lol.good securement and nice to see you at 100% after your rattlesnake bite.be safe.
Thank you my friend and I hope you had a wonderful Christmas and happy New Year’s to you
@@50plustrucker indeed bro hope yours was well also
ON my way to melton !! Iooking foward to it!
I hope to see you there
real good instructional video!
That looks good.
Thank you very much he’s coming around well
On Your Knees , Just like Picking " COTTON " on Your Knees. best Training Video.
Much love for the video my guy! But that big dude came up in the camera like ‘Brah-man’ from the “fifth flo” from Martin Lawrence Show… lol 😂
🤣🤣🤣🤣
Man I like the way you train. Hopefully I get you as a trainer.. Coming in about two weeks April 10 Oklahoma
Hopefully we can meet at least
It's a job that has to be done but not for less than 2k a week after taxes. Anything less than that, I'm pulling dry van.
You got that right ✅️
Great video I start at melton next month
Great and I hope to see ya
I’d lift that tarp up like I’m lifting a barbell in boot camp 😎💪
lol that’s funny this is my comment a month before I left for Melton
I never thought to roll the excess hanging below the rail thanks for the information I'm about to go fix my tarp 😂
It works great
Sometimes you have to buy your on Tools and Equipment to make your job easy and comfortable…I can as taught that in the Military…Good Stuff Trainer…
Thank you 🙏!!!! Good man !!!! Do you guys make more money than, regular truck trailer? I see flat bed is hard work !!!
It’s difficult to say rather or not we make more money because yes, it pays more but there’s more work to be done as a flatbed also
Hey hey 👋🏾 Mr 50 P . Handle your business my brotha. I’m out rackem 👊🏾🙏🏾🤲🏾💯
Thank you very much brother
I love your impression of MR. “I’m the only one who knows how to tarp” 😂 anyways, I’ve seen several ppl use chains across the very front and back in a X formation, is there a time when that is not necessary? I would think it was for lumber that could shift forwards or backwards…
I really don’t use X strap unless it’s company policy. I really don’t think it’s necessary
@@50plustrucker thanks 🙏
On tarps, drivers not using blankets and not doing repairs. My biggest complaint about repowers
Agreed
I'm Thinking about coming to Melton I just graduated from school
Please use my drivers code "SMATE’ also let them know you want me as a mentor
I’m currently waiting for my trainer
I look at tarping as a workout so I don't mind tarping as I want to stay healthy to live another day. I don't even want the help of the forklift.
Why no straps on the bottom layer? Just curious. Not throwing any shade your way.
That’s definitely an option. If you can get your straps through that layer, it will definitely be a good idea to put the layered strap
I start orientation on Monday the 31st. Can I request u to be my trainer for my 2 weeks on the road. Ur videos are amazing!! Been watching them to prepare me for flat bed. I’m coming from CR england. Only dealing with refer
Hey I'm a fellow melton driver wondering where you got those longer tarps? Are they steel tarps?
I got them from Joplin Tarp Company and they are the same people who supply Melton with their tarps. Give them a call. They will let you pay over the phone and they drop them off at the terminal in Tulsa. (417) 825-1217
I really like the way you show and explain. However, I can't get past the straps hooked to the side rails. It is clearly stated by the FMCSA - "All tiedowns and other components of a cargo securement system used to secure loads on a trailer equipped with rub rails must be located inboard of the rub rails whenever practicable."
I agree with you
Aren't the bungees securing a tarp, not securing a load? The tarp is not securement so I think any bungees securing it can go wherever right? Or am I misinterpreting
An do you have an equipment inventory video like amount of an type of chains an bungees etc?
I’ll need to make an updated version for y’all
Looking to get into Melton soon. Just had my phone interview this morning and I'm excited about everything! I live about an hour North of Houston though, will they reimburse for a rental car?
A rental car for?
@@50plustrucker To get to Tulsa. Don't want to drive my personal car out there due to mechanical issues
@@marshallwillis7648 they will take care of you. Car or plane
what happens if they swap you or repower or whatever the case may be while you got your personal tarp on? that shii expenseive to let go. i would understand blanket pads
I would have to re tarp with the company tarp
I see you placed 2 tarps there. Does that means you get paid for 2 or they only pay for 1?
Tarp pay is by the load not by the tarp.
So you're using your own tarps that you bought what happens if you need to get repowered you just lose those tarps? or do you like un tarp them and then help the other person re tarp with the ones that they have?
Your second opinion is correct.
Do all Melton trucks run super singles?
I was told I have one of the few remaining trucks with them in the fleet. I don’t like them at all.
Hey how's it going 50 plus fellow Melton driver I was wondering how long are them tarps? so I can put in my order. I've been with Melton little over a year. Hey every time I catch up with you in h-town man you leave me in the dust LOL.
30 ft and 6 ft drop . I will slow down and look for ya next time. Be sure and yell out to me when you see me.
@@50plustrucker thanks for the feedback so quick.. and will do brother. Have a blessed day and safe travels
Looking to getting into flat bed freight. Any schools I could attend as a owner op.
How long have you been driving and what do you pull? Dry or refrigerated?
@@50plustrucker been driving for 20 years. Containers and dry van mainly.
I worked for melton for 6 months it was exiting being a new driver and all but my dm was stupid she sent me a load that was 80 miles away I get there and it was to late to load up so I had to come back the next day so I get there the next day and get loaded up I secure my load and tarp it. My dm was blowing up my phone once I got in the truck I saw I had a miss call from her I call her back and she tells me that load was a mistake and was a load that was given to another driver the day before and to head back to the truck stop where I was at in the beginning for the weekend, turns out the load I got loaded with belongings to the owner operator that helped me tarp up that load Long story short I got tired of the bs so I quit
Where are you now? How’s it going?
Systems transport I run west coast regional fleet California Oregon and Washington two weeks out and 2 days home melton started us off at 52 cpm systems starts off at 58
what drop length do you suggest 6 or 8 feet.
My personal tarps are 6 foot but the company tarps are 8
The tarping is fine . Still everyone that traps loads should switch to rope instead of those dangerous bungy cords. Those things have broken on me and hit my face so near my eye I thought wow I could have been blinded. Now ropes just do not do that and it is faster once the person is used to making the knots . Once a person has that down it is faster and so much safer. At least wear safety glasses when using those rubber cords with the hooks on them . I have had new ones break and old ones it does not seem to matter. I saw people who did nothing at a lumber place but tarp loads and they all told me that yes they have been hit in the face with the hooks . One guy had a massive cut in his arm once from them that had he been alone he would have died . He had cut so deep into his arm he almost lost it .
I keep rope for loads that are uneven or tall and tend to make the tarps blowout while traveling. I find that rope keeps enough tension to keep the tarps in good order.
What kind of tapes do you have 50 and where can I buy them.
Tapes?
There are Shippers that are not very helpful with tarps. Glass Shipper have Metal Racks which make Tarping very difficult. Occasionally Tarping Steel Pipe and/or Steel Beams also
True but MOST are really good about it
Melton is a good Company. I prefer being home more often though.
Great examples... God bless ✝️🙏✝️👍🤙✌️
@@DamianS1893 much love my brother
How long would this normally take?
Approximately an hour and a half
How do I get you as a trainer !!!!!
Thank you for asking. When you get to orientation be sure and let them know also let you recruiter know
Hey how did you like melton trucking?
I’m still here I love it
That’s great I had a question for you. Hopefully you have the answer lol. If I’m in Arizona would I get more loads on the west coast.
@@Faithcreatesasolidfoundation actually, they don’t base your loads off of where you live unless you’re going home for Hometime
Hey just wanted you to know I’m out Orr with trainer from melton. Doug Eichorn great person overall this is a great company ima be sticking with all praise to god
@@Faithcreatesasolidfoundation ❤️ that’s wonderful news keep me posted
Where can I get some tarps like that
Call Joplin Tarp Company. The phone number is in the description of this video. If you works with Melton they will deliver the tarps to the Tulsa terminal for you. You can tell him what you all over the phone and they can take your payment over the phone and deliver it for you.
@@50plustrucker k thanks
So do you have to buy you’re own tarps?
No Melton provides the tarps But I have my own set also
How many feet is your tarp and the cost and how many would you recommend is needed to keep on hand?
30 ft with 6 ft drop and you only need 2
@@50plustrucker sent you an email regarding inquiring about Melton.
Tried using the link to inquire to Melton but it appeared to be broken. Im getting an error message when I submit the application.
@@blackhawk7810 try this one
apply.rcdl.us/refer/rk5WAdjJZl8?s=t
@@50plustrucker can you test run your referral link before sending. This link isn't working.
Them million millers man 🙄
Sad, but you see that a lot in all fields of work today. I feel sorry for business owners because everyone could make more if we took care of supplies provided and needed. We don't have the pride of our ancestors. Look at our cities!! Garbage everywhere and trash cans what are they?
You got that right
Ok 50, im gonna come at ya straight. Can a 50 plus 350lb dude do flatbed? I ain't afraid of work, but Arthur knows my name. What say you brother?
I’ve seen guys older and bigger do it. I had a student who couldn’t be 130 lbs with health issues and still did great
I was 380lbs did flat bed no problem.
Good company, but once you are on your on they are some DM's with no pacience.
Yeah I’m sure some could work on that along with a few other self improvements
Aye Sir just Use Corners that you have on the Trailer. And you should not be Trapping it's not Raining, Strap down and go Period.
Respectfully, I’m not sure you’re a driver or just interested in the culture but keep in mind. We tarp for many reasons not just because it’s going to rain. We tarp to deter theft and it protects the load from wind damage during transport. The list of reasons are long.
***DO NOT BUY these tarps!!! They are heaviest things you'll ever encounter!!! I regret watching these videos and buying me some. Now I'm stuck with them! Pulled my lower disk trying to lift them on the first load! I'm getting rid of them! Go with 3 piece system!!
Are you a Melton driver? If you are and what you are stating is true I will buy those tarps from you and you won’t be stuck with something you can’t use. ONLY IF YOU ARE BEING TRUTHFUL
100% under payed
Is that how it’s spelled?
@@50plustrucker hell I don’t know I’m just a stupid driver…. Dispatch told me😕