About MAT TRANS INC
We are a small family-owned trucking company established in 2014. We have a fleet of 50 trucks and a very low turnover ration. We are a dry van exclusive company and we have built a substantial amount of broker relations throughout the years. Our policies and procedures are designed around drivers' support and safety. We are known for our transparency, outstanding customer service, and excellent communication. We will provide you with all the necessary tools for a successful driving career.
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MAT TRANS INC Overview
Hiring Areas
Driver Types
- Company Driver
Driver Requirements
Minimum Experience
2 Years
CDL License
Class A
Freight Type
- Dry Van
Allowable Moving Violations
2
Allowable Preventable Accidents
2
Hazmat Endorsement
No
Benefits
Paid Orientation
No
Pets
Yes
Questions and Answers about MAT TRANS INC
- General Questions
Is the company privately or publicly held?
Privately owned company
How many total employees does the company have?
12 in-office employees
How many drivers does the company currently have?
45
What is the company’s turnover rate?
6%
How many empty trucks does the company have right now?
8
What is the passenger policy?
You can take a passenger for a short period of time
What is the pet policy?
Pets are family and they are welcome with you on the road!
- Operational Questions
What kinds of freight does the company haul?
Miscellaneous dry van
In what states does the company operate in the most?
47 states, except Florida
What is the average # of miles per tractor?
3000
How are the drivers’ miles calculated? (Short Miles, Practical Mileage, Household Movers Guide)
Zip code to zip code
Are drivers required to physically unload freight?
no
Is the company forced dispatch?
No
What happens if a driver refuses to take a dispatch for a legitimate reason?
Driver's request will be honored
Does your company use customer based freight or brokered freight?
Both
Does the company use E-logs or Paper Logs?
E-logs
If the company uses e-log which system is used? People-Net, Qualcomm, etc?
GPS Tab
- Equipment Questions
What type of trucks does the company use?
Freightliner, Volvo
What is the average age of the company’s tractors?
1-4 years
What is the average age of the company’s trailers?
3-4 years
Do the trucks come equipped with APU’s?
No
Do the trucks come equipped with power inverters?
Yes
Are drivers able to take the tractor home with them on home time?
Yes, unless it is more than 5 days
Do drivers need to be prepared to have a place to keep the trailer on home time?
Yes
Can drivers leave the trailer locked up in a different location than the tractor on home time?
Yes
Do the trucks come equipped with refrigerators?
Yes
- New Hire Orientation Questions
How long is the company’s orientation process?
2-4 hours
Are new hires paid anything for orientation?
No
Does the company pay for all travel arrangements?
Travel credit reimbursement within 30 days of hire date
Does the driver get their own hotel room or are drivers required to room with another driver?
The company will pay for driver own hotel 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 to get dispatched home to pick up his/her gear?
After 1-2 loads
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?
The company has enough trucks
- Compensation & Pay Questions
How does the company pay?
Per mile
Based on my level of experience – how much is the company willing to pay me?
$0.60
What is the max rate of pay for your drivers?
$0.60
What type of benefits does the company offer? (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, etc.)
Virtual Health & Wellness Coverage
How long must a driver be employed before benefits kick in?
1 day
Does the company offer a safety bonus program?
Yes
Does the company offer a driver referral bonus program?
Yes
- Lease Purchase Questions
Does your company offer a Lease Purchase Program?
Yes
Is the driver required to be a company driver first before becoming eligible to lease a truck?
Yes
Are your hiring qualifications for Lease Purchase different from what they are for your company drivers? If so, how are they different?
No
What is required from the driver to get started with the Lease? (Money Down, Money in Reserve, Credit Check)
Down payment for truck/trailer
How long is the lease for?
Negotiated
Are drivers required to pay truck payments when they are off the road?
Yes
- Custom Question
Since I am paid 1099, am I required to have a EIN and business checking account?
Yes
