About Continental Express
Continental Express, Inc. is a leading truckload carrier and full-service logistics company that specializes in the transport of temperature-controlled and dedicated-route freight. With a fleet size of 1,200+ trucks and trailers and 550+ drivers and support personnel, we service all 48 states in the continental U.S. At Continental Express, there are no shortcuts. Our goal is to always deliver more than you expect.
Continental Express has a culture unlike any other trucking company. We are passionate about helping all of our employees, from truck drivers to administrative support, meet not only their professional goals but their personal goals as well.
We hire Over-The-Road, Dedicated, Regional, Local, and Team drivers. We understand that for many of you, driving a truck is more than a career; it’s a way of life. Drive for a company that has your best interest in mind – that’s the Continental Express difference.
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Continental Express Overview
Hiring Areas
Driver Types
- Solo Interested in Team
- Team Driver
- Company Driver
Driver Requirements
Minimum Experience
6-11 Months
CDL License
Class A
Freight Type
- Refrigerated (Reefer)
Allowable Moving Violations
3
Allowable Preventable Accidents
3
Hazmat Endorsement
No
Benefits
Paid Orientation
Yes
Pets
Yes
Questions and Answers about Continental Express
- General Questions
Is the company privately or publicly held?
Private
How many total employees does the company have?
600+
How many terminals does the company have and where are they?
Continental Express has seven terminals. They are located in: Sidney, Ohio Columbus, Ohio Indianapolis, Indiana Gaffney, South Carolina Danville, Virginia Louisville, Kentucky Fort Worth, Texas
How long has the average driver been with the company?
4+ years
What is the passenger policy?
Allowed after completion of waiver
What is the pet policy?
Allowed
- Operational Questions
What kinds of freight does the company haul?
Refrigerated
What is the ratio of driver mangers to drivers?
1:25
What is the average length of load?
Varies
What percent of your freight is Drop and Hook?
95%
Are drivers required to physically unload freight?
No
How many hours are free before the driver starts receiving detention time pay?
2 hours
Are drivers able to stay within a certain geographically area or are they required to run wherever the company runs?
Our drivers are able to stay within a certain geographic area if they choose.
Does your company use customer based freight or brokered freight?
100% of our freight is customer-based.
What percentage of the companies freight is brokered freight?
0%
Does the trucking company have an idle policy?
Yes
Does the company use E-logs or Paper Logs?
ELDs
If the company uses e-log which system is used? People-Net, Qualcomm, etc?
We are currently equipping all our drivers with a company-issued iPad. The iPads utilize Geotab for hours of service and a custom app.
- Equipment Questions
What type of trucks does the company use?
Freightliner Cascadia
What is the average age of the company’s tractors?
5 years or newer
What is the average age of the company’s trailers?
5 years or newer
Do the trucks come equipped with APU’s?
No
Do the trucks come equipped with power inverters?
Yes
If no power inverters are installed can the driver install one aftermarket?
Yes
Does the company “slip seat” drivers or assign drivers to trucks?
Both
Are drivers able to take the tractor home with them on home time?
Yes, if they have secure parking
Do the trucks have single bunks or double bunks?
Double bunks/condos
- New Hire Orientation Questions
How long is the company’s orientation process?
1-2 days
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 or bus
Does the driver get their own hotel room or are drivers required to room with another driver?
Drivers will get their own room
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 can get dispatched home to pick up his/her gear?
Immediately
Are pets and passengers allowed to attend orientation with the driver?
Yes
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?
Continental Express will have enough trucks lined up for the driver at their orientation
- Compensation & Pay Questions
What type of benefits does the company offer? (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, etc.)
Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, paid vacation and holidays
How long must a driver be employed before benefits kick in?
90 days for medical insurance and 1 year for 401k
Does the company offer a fuel bonus program?
Yes
Does the company offer a safety bonus program?
Yes
Does the company offer a performance bonus program?
No
Does the company offer any sign on bonuses?
Yes
Does the company offer longevity bonuses or retention bonuses for tenured drivers?
Yes
Does the company offer a driver referral bonus program?
Yes
Does the company offer transition pay for changing employers?
Yes
Does the company offer orientation pay?
Yes
- Lease Purchase Questions
Does your company offer a Lease Purchase Program?
No
