About Motor Supply
Who we are:
Motor Supply, Inc., headquartered in Columbia, SC, is making waves in the trucking industry through its tech-forward approach. The company offers a variety of freight services and has developed its own proprietary AI-powered dispatching software called LoadFlow.
LoadFlow not only gives Motor Supply a cutting-edge advantage when servicing just-in-time customers but also significantly reduces emissions by minimizing deadhead miles. Motor Supply's fleet consists of late model eco-friendly Volvo and Mack semi-trucks, operated by highly skilled drivers renowned for upholding key company values: SAFETY, EFFICIENCY, and PROFESSIONALISM. Since its establishment in 2019, Motor Supply has transported millions of pounds of diverse freight, from essential food and consumer goods to pharmaceuticals and COVID-19 tests, all while maintaining a strong position at the forefront of safety and trucking technology.
Motor Supply's Core Values:
SAFETY
We follow the rules, even when no one is watching. We continually learn and improve to enhance safety and set an example on the road. Safety is not just a buzzword—it's our path home and the foundation of a stable future.
EFFICIENCY
Our choices affect profits and losses for ourselves, the company, its clients, and our fellow colleagues. Efficiency in our work adds value and yields long-term benefits for everyone involved.
PROFESSIONALISM
We maintain respect and responsibility at all times, especially on challenging days. As representatives of Motor Supply, our behavior shapes our brand and reputation—attributes forged by the collective efforts of many that are hard to build yet so easy to lose.
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Motor Supply Overview
Hiring Areas
Driver Types
- Company Driver
Driver Requirements
Minimum Experience
2 Years
CDL License
Class A
Freight Type
- Refrigerated (Reefer)
- Dry Van
Allowable Moving Violations
2
Allowable Preventable Accidents
0
Hazmat Endorsement
No
Benefits
Paid Orientation
Yes
Pets
No
Questions and Answers about Motor Supply
- General Questions
Is the company privately or publicly held?
Private
How many total employees does the company have?
25
How many drivers does the company currently have?
15
How many terminals does the company have and where are they?
Columbia, SC
- Operational Questions
In what states does the company operate in the most?
South Carolina, Ohio, and Missouri
What percent of your freight is Drop and Hook?
50%
Is the company forced dispatch?
Yes
What happens if a driver refuses to take a dispatch for a legitimate reason?
If it is legitimate -- nothing
Does your company use customer based freight or brokered freight?
The ratio is about 50/50
- Equipment Questions
What type of trucks does the company use?
Newer Volvos 760s and 860s
What is the average age of the company’s tractors?
Our trucks are cycled out of the fleet after 3 years of operation
Do the trucks come equipped with APU’s?
Yes
Does the company “slip seat” drivers or assign drivers to trucks?
Assigns drivers to trucks
Are drivers able to take the tractor home with them on home time?
This is decided on a case-by-case basis
Do the trucks come equipped with refrigerators?
Yes
- New Hire Orientation Questions
How long is the company’s orientation process?
Up to 5 days
Are new hires paid anything for orientation?
Yes, in-truck orientation days are $100 per day
Does the company pay for all travel arrangements?
Yes
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?
With as little delay as possible
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?
No
- Compensation & Pay Questions
How does the company pay?
Percentage-based pay
Based on my level of experience – how much is the company willing to pay me?
23%-27%
What is the max rate of pay for your drivers?
27%
Does the company offer a safety bonus program?
Yes
Does the company offer a performance bonus program?
Yes
Does the company offer any sign on bonuses?
No
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
