Delivering some steel pipe in Oregon. Rookie truck driver - Melton truck lines If you’re interested in joining Melton here’s my referral link 👉 intelliapp.dri...
one of my best purchases was a boot dryer what can dry your gloves to the one i have is called DryGuy Boot Dryer Force Dry DX and always have spare gloves.
Yes this is exactly the "lame"( not lame) video I was hoping to see today, ty vm for making it, it was very informational, every single thing you showed, for some of us have never experienced this type of life style so a glimpse inside is what I was hoping to see to in order to make a decision to make better changes to my life, don't give a second thought to the negative post people may put on here brother you do you and I thank you sir.
I like your videos the way they are. I like that you talk a lot. No dead air. I just got my CDL-A. Exploring my options. You have a great attitude; I would team drive with you.
Thanks for the support! And yeah I think it’s important to have a good attitude as a driver. Especially OTR, because quite often things won’t go how you want them to
Hey bro, I'm from LA CA about to choose between System Transport , Melton or swift do you choose to drive a stick shift instead of automatic I know Swift & Melton gives 52cpm but not sure if they give you enough tarping but my most worry is home time If you can give me some Idea I would appreciate it. keep up the good work and be safe.
There’s not a ton of hometime at Melton, you technically earn one day for every week you’re out, but I think they’re kind of lenient with that rule. All the trucks there are automatic, unless you make it to a million miles with the company and they’ll order you a custom truck. Tarp pay was $100 when I was there and it’s probably still the same, and most loads are tarped so you’ll earn a lot of extra money on top of CPM
On your second day im sure you did like a road test, was that similar to the cdl test? Like they tell you turn left, right, keep straight blah blah blah
Nice video. Do they provide you with all the straps, tarps, etc? Or you have to buy them? Im looking into melton, theres a yard here in Lubbock texas. Not sure if they do flatbed.
Yes they provide all the major stuff you’ll need for the job. But if you want extras like a ladder, push pole, etc… you will need to get that yourself. And yes all we do at melton is flatbed
Yes you can, I’ve found it’s not quite as difficult as people say it is. Most truck stops have healthy options in the little deli/sandwich coolers. That’s where I usually get food from
one of my best purchases was a boot dryer what can dry your gloves to the one i have is called DryGuy Boot Dryer Force Dry DX
and always have spare gloves.
Just found your channel yesterday and binging it. Great content.
Thank you! I’m glad you enjoy it!
I love cross-country trips. I was with CFI for a little over a year and my only cross country trip was from SC to Oregon.
Yes this is exactly the "lame"( not lame) video I was hoping to see today, ty vm for making it, it was very informational, every single thing you showed, for some of us have never experienced this type of life style so a glimpse inside is what I was hoping to see to in order to make a decision to make better changes to my life, don't give a second thought to the negative post people may put on here brother you do you and I thank you sir.
Thanks for the encouragement! I’m glad to hear the video was helpful and brought value to you. I will definitely continue making them!
@@ianelbert thx I've been watching them all day, looking forward to the new chapter in my life.
@@gregashlock4307 awesome! Its a good industry to get into right now. Are you thinking about joining melton?
If you get a load to FL and they send you to PA after, you’ll probably get a load to Cali. That’s what they normally do to me.
That would’ve been a nice run. They had me repower and go to Alabama instead
“So we’re gonna do that again”.
Quit reading my mind!
good video bro I'm new driver as will.
I like your videos the way they are. I like that you talk a lot. No dead air. I just got my CDL-A. Exploring my options. You have a great attitude; I would team drive with you.
Thanks for the support! And yeah I think it’s important to have a good attitude as a driver. Especially OTR, because quite often things won’t go how you want them to
Thanks for the video. I just got my CDL and was looking into Melton.
Cool man! It’s a good company to work for. If you have any questions lmk and I’ll do my best to answer them
Cool 👍 they start you off in automatic trucks
Hey bro, I'm from LA CA about to choose between System Transport , Melton or swift do you choose to drive a stick shift instead of automatic I know Swift & Melton gives 52cpm but not sure if they give you enough tarping but my most worry is home time If you can give me some Idea I would appreciate it. keep up the good work and be safe.
There’s not a ton of hometime at Melton, you technically earn one day for every week you’re out, but I think they’re kind of lenient with that rule. All the trucks there are automatic, unless you make it to a million miles with the company and they’ll order you a custom truck. Tarp pay was $100 when I was there and it’s probably still the same, and most loads are tarped so you’ll earn a lot of extra money on top of CPM
These videos are cool
Thank you! I enjoy making them
so they always have your next load pickup before dropping off your current load or does that fluctuate
Good video, no music please. Stick to your present format, it's great. Just the facts!
Pop Tarts and energy drinks ……..
On your second day im sure you did like a road test, was that similar to the cdl test? Like they tell you turn left, right, keep straight blah blah blah
Yeah they did, it’s nothing complicated. Just listen to what they tell you to do, don’t go too fast, and stay aware of traffic.
You still at Melton? I’m thinking about calling them tomorrow.
Yes I am! They’re a solid company, tomorrow I’m actually planning on putting out a video recapping my first 3 months here
@@ianelbert are u driving an automatic or manual?
@@poke85 An automatic, all of meltons trucks are automatic
Nice video. Do they provide you with all the straps, tarps, etc? Or you have to buy them? Im looking into melton, theres a yard here in Lubbock texas. Not sure if they do flatbed.
Yes they provide all the major stuff you’ll need for the job. But if you want extras like a ladder, push pole, etc… you will need to get that yourself. And yes all we do at melton is flatbed
Do they do the drug test at their facility and is it random the day they test you?
How old are the trucks? Do they have 2023 t680?
I think they trade out the trucks every 3 years or so. Idk for sure if they have 2023 t680s though
@@ianelbert I start orientation in November hopefully I see you around 🤙🏽
Can you eat decent healthy food
Yes you can, I’ve found it’s not quite as difficult as people say it is. Most truck stops have healthy options in the little deli/sandwich coolers. That’s where I usually get food from
Yes cook in your truck. I have a 3 & 1 microwave oven air fry. Insta pot. Electric skillet.
I never knew a video could be so lame DAAMMN!
Driver facing camera? Ew