About Kimrad Transport
Kimrad Transport, LP,is a regional cargo transport company that specializes in transporting liquid asphalt, petroleum crude oil, anhydrous ammonia, milk and other liquid petrochemicals to various industries and customers.
We are headquartered in Amarillo, Texas. Our main service area encompasses the South Central region of the United States. We service many customers in the oil and chemical industries in Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Colorado, Kansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Arkansas. Kimrad is licensed and permitted for all 48 continental states.
Kimrad Transport, LP operates well maintained, top quality, conventional tractors that any owner/operator would be proud to drive. Every driver is professionally trained and certified in hazardous material regulations and each piece of equipment is properly maintained to keep our professional drivers and the people they share the roads with safe. Kimrad Transport, LP is dedicated to safely transporting and delivering our customer’s valuable product.
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Kimrad Transport Overview
Hiring Areas
Driver Types
- Owner Operator
- Company Driver
Driver Requirements
Minimum Experience
2 Years
CDL License
Class A
Freight Type
- Hazmat
- Tanker
Allowable Moving Violations
2
Allowable Preventable Accidents
0
Hazmat Endorsement
No
Benefits
Paid Orientation
Yes
Pets
No
Questions and Answers about Kimrad Transport
- General Questions
Is the company privately or publicly held?
Kimrad Transport, LP is privately held.
How many total employees does the company have?
150-200+
How many drivers does the company currently have?
150-200+
How many terminals does the company have and where are they?
Kimrad has terminal operations in Texas, Oklahoma, and New Mexico. Our terminals include Amarillo, Lubbock, Tularosa, Oklahoma City, Shattuck, Paradise (DFW).
What is the passenger policy?
Kimrad Transport, LP does not have a passenger policy.
What is the pet policy?
Kimrad Transport, LP does not have a pet policy.
- Operational Questions
What kinds of freight does the company haul?
Kimrad services many industries. Commodities include crude oil, condensate, propane, anhydrous ammonia, chemical, asphalt, emulsion, motor oils and more.
In what states does the company operate in the most?
We service many customers in the oil and chemical industries in Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Colorado, Kansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Arkansas. Kimrad is licensed and permitted for all 48 continental states.
Does the company use E-logs or Paper Logs?
Kimrad utilizes Samsara for ELD, E-logs.
If the company uses e-log which system is used? People-Net, Qualcomm, etc?
Samsara
- Equipment Questions
What type of trucks does the company use?
Majority of our fleet is Peterbilt 579 and Kenworth T660s.
What is the average age of the company’s tractors?
Average age of Kimrad's trucks are 2017 - Newer
Does the company “slip seat” drivers or assign drivers to trucks?
Company trucks are assigned to the driver.
If a driver takes extended home time is there a risk that their truck will be taken away and reassigned?
No.
Are drivers able to take the tractor home with them on home time?
No, trucks and trailers must be parked on a Kimrad owned/leased facility.
Do drivers need to be prepared to have a place to keep the trailer on home time?
Trucks and trailers must be parked on a Kimrad owned/leased facility.
- New Hire Orientation Questions
Are new hires paid anything for orientation?
Yes
Does the company pay for all travel arrangements?
Yes
Are pets and passengers allowed to attend orientation with the driver?
No
- Compensation & Pay Questions
How does the company pay?
Kimrad pay's percentage of load.
Based on my level of experience – how much is the company willing to pay me?
All drivers regardless of experience start at the same rate. Kimrad provides tenure based raises.
What is the max rate of pay for your drivers?
32%
How does the company handle raises?
0-6 Months: 26%6 Months: 1 Year: 26.5%1-2 Years: 27%2-3 Years: 27.5%3-4 Years: 28%4-5 Years: 28.5%5-6 Years: 29%6-8 Years: 29.5%8-10 Years: 30%10-12 Years: 31%12-15 Years: 31.5%15+ Years: 32%
What type of benefits does the company offer? (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, etc.)
Medical (Co-Pay/HSA Plans)DentalVisionLife401(k) w/company matchPaid Time Off, Sick Pay, HolidayPaid Training/Orientation
How long must a driver be employed before benefits kick in?
401(k) starts on the first day of the month 30-days after a driver is hired.Sick Time is provided at 90-days after hired.Benefits are the 1st of the month after 60-days.Paid Time Off is paid after 1-year of hire and additional paid time off is accrued annually.
Does the company offer a driver referral bonus program?
Kimrad offers a $5000 referral bonus.
Does the company offer orientation pay?
Yes
