Qualifications and FAQ's

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      R.L. Carter Trucking Inc. is made of high quality professional people that make it a strong and successful business, one that will strive to get you where you want to be and help you accomplish your financial goals. Every employee at R.L. Carter Trucking Inc. is know by his/her name, not there employee or truck number. Celebrating over 20 years in business R.L. Trucking Inc. knows that our people make us a success. Because drivers are our most valued assets, we work to help you balance your work and family life. We employ only the most talented drivers, latest technology, and best equipment to ensure that R.L. Carter Trucking Inc. remains second to none.

 

Q.        Does R.L. Carter Trucking Inc. offer a rider policy?
 A.    Yes. R.L. Carter Trucking Inc.'s rider policy allows  you to take a rider for a specified period of time and you are eligible for this policy after your 90 day probation period.  Request and fill out a simple form and we will activate your rider policy.

Q.       What kind of benefits does R.L. Carter Trucking Inc. offer?
A.     R.L. Carter Trucking Inc. offers all Company Drivers the ability to participate in a comprehensive and affordable medical, dental, life and prescription insurance plan, you only pay a small part of the premium. A 401(k) participation is offered after 6 months of employment and the company matches up to 6% of your weekly deposit.

Q.       What if my driving record isn't perfect?
A.    R.L. Carter Trucking Inc. reviews all Motor Vehicle Records for each driver applicant. You will be approved before you are scheduled for orientation.

Q.       What if I have a DUI or DWI on my record ?                                                                                  A.    R.L. Carter Trucking  Inc. has  a strict  zero-tolerance policy for any controlled substance and/or alcohol offense.  We will not hire anyone with any type of  drug  and/or alcohol conviction obtained within the last five years.

Q.      What kind of experience does R.L. Carter Trucking require?
A.   We require a minimum of  3 years tractor/trailer experience. It is a plus if you have any dry or liquid tanker experience but it is not a requirement we do offer training with both types of equipment.

Q.      What type of endorsements does R.L. Carter Trucking require?
A.   This will depend on the division placement you want. We have three division and the endorsement requirements change with each. The dry bulk division will require a tanker endorsement, our dry van division will require a Hazmat endorsement and the liquid division will require both tanker and a Hazmat endorsement.

Q.      Is R.L. Carter Trucking Inc. an OTR or regional carrier?
A.    R.L. Carter Trucking Inc. has a 48 state transport authority and we offer both types of positions. We have OTR, regional, and if you live in the area around our corporate office we can offer home daily positions.

   All application processing as well as all the orientation and training is done at or corporate office in Clayton, IN. We will be glad to answer any questions you may have that were not covered here.                           Contact Michael Beyer, our Director of Health and Safety  1-800-531-7124 or by e-mail  mjbeyer.rlcarter@tds.net
                                                    

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