About Terminal Transport
Terminal Transport is a Cargo & Freight Company in St. Paul, Minnesota. We're a growing company that's been in business for over 50 years. We're always looking for qualified professional drivers to add to our team. We offer competitive compensation and benefits to all our drivers. Wherever you are in your career, we have driving opportunities for you. We hire regional and OTR, company driver and owner operators.
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Terminal Transport Overview
Hiring Areas
Driver Types
- Owner Operator
- Company Driver
Driver Requirements
Minimum Experience
12-23 Months
CDL License
Class A
Freight Type
- Dry Van
Allowable Moving Violations
3
Allowable Preventable Accidents
3
Hazmat Endorsement
No
Benefits
Paid Orientation
Yes
Pets
Yes
Questions and Answers about Terminal Transport
- General Questions
Is the company privately or publicly held?
This company is privately owned
How many total employees does the company have?
We have 37 employs at Terminal Transport
How many drivers does the company currently have?
We currently employ 28 Drivers
How many terminals does the company have and where are they?
We have one terminal in Eagan, MN in addition to a number of trailer pools at our dedicated customers.
How long has the average driver been with the company?
The average driver with Terminal Transport has been here 8 years.
What is the passenger policy?
Drivers can have a passenger with them during summer months after completing 3 months accident free and paying for a rider insurance policy. Passengers must be over the age of 12 and approved by the company
What is the pet policy?
Drivers can have 1 pet with them in the cab, they must put a $750 deposit down over three pay periods for any damage caused by the pet.
- Operational Questions
What kinds of freight does the company haul?
All of our freight is no-touch dry van, about half of it is drop and hook
In what states does the company operate in the most?
Most of our freight originates in MN
What is the average # of miles per tractor?
Trucks average 10500 miles each month, OTR drivers average closer to 11500 each month
How are the drivers’ miles calculated? (Short Miles, Practical Mileage, Household Movers Guide)
Miles are calculated Zip to Zip
What percent of your freight is Drop and Hook?
about 50%
Are drivers required to physically unload freight?
No!
How many hours are free before the driver starts receiving detention time pay?
Drivers are paid for detention time after 2 hours
Are drivers able to stay within a certain geographical area or are they required to run wherever the company runs?
We work with our drivers to run only the areas that you are comfortable with. We don't want to fit a square peg into round hole!
Does your company use customer based freight or brokered freight?
We use a mix of freight types to keep our drivers moving and making money
Does the trucking company have an idle policy?
Drivers are incentivized on their monthly bonus to keep their idle time under 20%
Does the company use satellite communications?
Yes, we operate PeopleNet systems in all Cabs
Does the company use E-logs or Paper Logs?
We use E-logs
If the company uses e-log which system is used? People-Net, Qualcomm, etc?
We use PeopleNet
- Equipment Questions
What type of trucks does the company use?
We operate 2018 or newer Freightliner Cascadia and International LT 625. All our Cabs are automatic
What is the average age of the company’s tractors?
Our average tractor is 2 years old, we operate 2018-2022 model tractors
What is the average age of the company’s trailers?
Our Average Trailer is 4 years old, we have 2016-2022 trailer models
Do the trucks come equipped with APU’s?
Several trucks have APU's, but most don't. In their place we use optimized idle systems to keep the cab comfortable while minimizing idle time.
Do the trucks come equipped with power inverters?
Yes!
Does the company “slip seat” drivers or assign drivers to trucks?
We do not slip seat our trucks
Are drivers able to take the tractor home with them on home time?
As long as a driver has somewhere safe and secure to park the tractor and it is approved by dispatch, drivers can take their tractors home for home time
Do drivers need to be prepared to have a place to keep the trailer on home time?
This varies based on the drivers locaton
Do the trucks come equipped with refrigerators?
Yes
Do the trucks have single bunks or double bunks?
We have some of each
- New Hire Orientation Questions
How long is the company’s orientation process?
2-3 days based on the driver. It is usually a 1-on-1 experience, so the orientation is really catered to you
Are new hires paid anything for orientation?
Drivers are compensated $150 for orientation, their transportation is covered by the company as well as breakfast and lunch while you're with us
Does the company pay for all travel arrangements?
Yes
What method of travel does the company use? (Flight, Bus, Rental Car)
We work with the driver. We usually try to fly drivers in
Does the driver get their own hotel room or are drivers required to room with another driver?
Drivers have their own rooms for orienation
After orientation is finished how long will it take for the driver to get dispatched home to pick up his/her gear?
We try to send drivers home immediately - it is almost always within the week
Are pets and passengers allowed to attend orientation with the driver?
No
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?
All drivers will be seated at the end of orientation
- Compensation & Pay Questions
How does the company pay?
The company pays biweekly, pay is by the mile
What type of benefits does the company offer? (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, etc.)
We offer health, vision, dental, and life insurance, 401K, paid holidays and paid vacations
How long must a driver be employed before benefits kick in?
401K starts immediately, insurance benefits kick in after 2 full months of employment
Does the company offer a fuel bonus program?
Yes, $600 each month combined with safety and performance
Does the company offer a safety bonus program?
Yes, $600 each month combined with fuel and performance
Does the company offer a performance bonus program?
Yes, $600 each month combined with fuel and safety
Does the company offer any sign on bonuses?
We offer a $1000 sign on bonus
How does the sign on bonus pay out?
The bonus is paid out after 90 days
Does the company offer a driver referral bonus program?
Yes, you can earn $700 for each driver referred
Does the company offer orientation pay?
Yes, we pay drivers $150 for orientation
- Lease Purchase Questions
Does your company offer a Lease Purchase Program?
No
