Popo, it really depends on your own lifestyle, location and what you're used to getting paid for. I'm from the ex GI that was bought out by Estes. There are many good and many bad, just like any company. Just depends on what you're used to and what you can accept. Overall, the management style of responsiblity to terminals and employees is better, but on the other hand they seem to llisten to their employees less. Their overall pay structure is adequate, but again being ex GI, they took many of our perks that made us a leader in those areas. My suggestion is to look at their package and see if it is acceptable to you. They do keep on top of their equipment, most of which is newer models if not new. They run mostly Int'l back east and Mack out west. If you want, send me a private message (just click my name above and it gives you the option to send private message) and we can exchange more that would be best left private, i.e. specific location and terminal info. Keep in mind one thing, a consensus seems to be that the non-union companies like Estes are trying to drive wages and benefits down now in anticipation of having to raise them later because of the driver shortage and then additional shortage of HAZMAT qual drivers.popo said:
Popo, it really depends on your own lifestyle, location and what you're used to getting paid for. For the very most part, especially if you're in the western 12, you will work full time. We are short drivers and they are running alot of contractors. I'm from the ex GI that was bought out by Estes. There are many good and many bad, just like any company. Just depends on what you're used to and what you can accept. Overall, the management style of responsiblity to terminals and employees is better, but on the other hand they seem to llisten to their employees less. Their overall pay structure is adequate, but again being ex GI, they took many of our perks that made us a leader in those areas. My suggestion is to look at their package and see if it is acceptable to you. They do keep on top of their equipment, most of which is newer models if not new. They run mostly Int'l back east and Mack out west. If you want, send me a private message (just click my name above and it gives you the option to send private message) and we can exchange more that would be best left private, i.e. specific location and terminal info. Keep in mind one thing, a consensus seems to be that the non-union companies like Estes are trying to drive wages and benefits down now in anticipation of having to raise them later because of the driver shortage and then additional shortage of HAZMAT qual drivers.popo said:
Come to Estes if you want to work . We in the east are loaded with frieght especially on the extra board through the weekend. These GI guys are pissed because they took a slight pay cut but got a stable paycheck. Who knows if GI could have made it the way things are going in the industry these days. I am not trying to disrespect my Estes brothers in the west . I wish they would just chill and let this merger do its thing. In the east we top out at 49.75 cpm.popo said:
welcome to the boards and my answer is stay and work it out ABF has much more to give back later in life. Estes in the West to much turmoil going on right now. They only pay mileage no compensation for any delays in term. or on road. Do some research talk to your best buds do not make any decision that you will regret:smilie_132:popo said:
If you only knew how much we did lose you would better understand why people are upset and leaving. Estes management believes we are spoiled we believe they are arrogant.roadpig said:
Welcome aboard. They take 1/2 hour for lunch no overtime until after 55 hours. What else do you need to know :smilie_132:rayd7 said:
Yes sounds correct top depends what terminal your at. As far as medical it's blue cross and it cost for everything 60.00 per week that includes life ad&d std ltd not bad. What are you comparing to.rayd7 said:
Can't really compare to OD, don't know enough about you. We're still comparing to GI. GI had it's problems, but it did lead the field in extra pay. As far as benefits payments, that's also hard. You may pay ten dollars more but probably have a lower co-pay, meds and better vision/dental.rayd7 said:
Honestly I can't compare cuz GI was better than Estes as far as wage and benefits. So I feel that if you can work for someone else go for itrayd7 said:
